Build Fireplace Mantels Over Brick

It can really make or break your brick fireplace look.

Build fireplace mantels over brick.

You can use a table saw or a chop saw to make 45. 1 front piece a 2 x 6 by the length of the mantel we have to by a 16 foot long board 1 shelf piece 2 x 8 or 10 wide this depends on the depth of the brick ledge by the length of the mantel minwax pre stain wood conditioner. Glue and nail the boards in place. You can install your mantel right on the wall but mine was.

This plan works great with gas or wood fireplaces but can also be used over a wood burning stove. For me that meant staining our fireplace white beforehand. The large 8 by 8 cut of wood makes a perfect statement piece to hang over a fireplace. Minwax gel stain in aged oak.

See more ideas about fireplace brick fireplace home fireplace. Jun 25 2017 explore chloe court cottage s board brick fireplace mantles on pinterest. Attach your shelf. This primer adheres really well and sands beautifully.

Diy mantel for a brick fireplace do you have the kind of old but stellar mid century house that has a lovely brick fireplace but although you love that original element you can t help feeling like adding a slightly more modern looking piece to the mix might make the space feel a little more updated. Most mantels are placed about 60 above the floor. Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace. How to build a floating mantel or shelf.

Place marks on the grout line every 16. Easy wood mantel diy for brick fireplace. Create a hollow box for your mantel. Additional corbels were added and a board for the mantel top was cut to sit on top of the crown molding and to fit around the brick.

This is the perfect rustic mantelpiece for any fireplace in a home with farmhouse warm minimalist or earthy decor. Since the crown molding was prefinished cherry wood we made sure the surface was clean and then used zinsser bin shellac primer. You ll make quite the statement with this extra long fireplace mantel up against a brick wall. This step is easiest done with two people so grab a helper if you can find.

Cut 45 miter cuts at each end on two of your 1x8x6 boards. Next was caulk nail screw filler sanding and priming. Materials needed to hang mantel on brick. Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height.