If one were to visualize a fireplace without a mantel, the image will be a very dull one. Without a mantel, fireplaces would seem like a big, dark hole in the wall where warmth is emanated when necessary.

Now think about a mantel that came with the house when you purchased it. Perhaps it suited the former homeowner's decorating style, but you prefer something more eclectic -- something that tells your guests more about you, your personality and style.

This can only be achieved if you have your fireplace mantel custom-made.

In this situation, you get to "call the shots" as it were, and decide everything from size and material use, all built to your specifications. When measuring, you must include inner and outer portion of the firebox to the hearth surrounding the mantel shelf as well as the faceplate.

Remember if something goes awry when construction begins, it would be because of some minor measuring detail you left out. If you don't trust yourself to do a good job of it, hire a contractor to do it for you.

Custom mantels don't come cheap. But at the end of the day, you will be content knowing that your mantel is one-of-a-kind, uniquely made for you.

Perhaps you may be also considering the location of mantel. A corner fireplace mantel makes for good design conversation as well. Usually taking on a rectangular shape, corner fireplace mantels widens a room since it emanates at right angles from the wall.

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