Install Fireplace Mantel Over Brick

The addition of a mantel can greatly enhance the look of any fireplace as well as add a focal point to a room.

Install fireplace mantel over brick.

So a little back story about our fireplace. Press all edges flush against the wall before fastening. How to attach a mantel to a wood fireplace in a brick wall. How to install a floating mantel the easy way.

Fireplace mantels are available in a variety of styles and finishes to complement the style of the bricks on your wood burning fireplace. 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. Fireplace mantel installation was a little above my skillset. Likewise you want the rods to penetrate about 2 3rds of the depth of the fireplace mantel.

A 10 mantel should have 6 67 deep holes. Most mantels are placed about 60 above the floor. Install the mantel photo by kolin smith. Place marks on the grout line every 16.

The brick that you see is actually a facade that was built out of 2x4s and plywood and then brick. Mantel kits can be purchased to create the right look for the fireplace or mantels can be constructed and installed with relative ease. Using a few simple tools you can install a mantel kit without too much difficulty. Fit the mantel over the cleats aligning it with the outline marks on the wall.

How to install a solid wood floating mantel on a brick fireplace. Locate the studs behind the brick stone or faux veneer. Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height. If the cleats are properly positioned the mantel should fit over them like a sleeve.

My dad was kind enough to come to help scott hang the wood mantle while i snuck out with my mom. If your existing fireplace has a gorgeous mantle there s no reason you have to get rid of it in this room refresh it can be removed and reinstalled over whatever new refacing material you choose. So full confession i had to call my dad for help on this one. Ok now for the actual installation of the mantel.

In general it is good to have the support rods go completely though the backing studs. Next was caulk nail screw filler sanding and priming since the crown molding was prefinished cherry wood we made sure the surface was clean and then used zinsser bin shellac primer this primer adheres really well and sands beautifully. Turn off the drill s hammer action. The original fireplace is actually only about to the top of that gas fireplace insert.