Sage advice from a seasoned carpenter. In the finish carpentry world, fireplace mantels are often the aesthetic showpiece of a room. People use mantels to display family photos, treasured artworks, ...

If you recently installed a gas fireplace in your home, or you're looking to update the decor in your living area, installing a new mantel is a great way to make your fireplace the centerpiece of your ...

We'll say it once and for all: Stop treating mantel design as a holidays-only kind of endeavor. Sure, Christmas is a chance to go all out with the cherry red pops of color, max out on garlands to your ...

A fireplace is often the focal point of a room, so you certainly want to be mindful of how to best decorate it. With that in mind, we have made a collection of 30 elegant mantel decor ideas to help ...

If you have a fireplace, your mantel will be front and center during holiday gatherings. Why not do something magical there? Architect Peter Pennoyer and interior designer Katie Ridder have a ...

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They often call the kitchen “the heart of the home,” but we think a fireplace gives it a run for its money. With a fire roaring in the fireplace on a chilly winter’s night, it’s where everyone gathers ...

Melissa is a writer who focuses on home design, trends and projects. She covers content for a variety of sites to help readers navigate everything from finding the right interior color palette to ...

Arranging an attractive, eye-catching fireplace mantel isn’t as easy as it may look. In fact, if my own personal experience is any indication, achieving the right mix of balance and beauty requires ...