Build a mantel surround

Build a fireplace surround from one sheet of MDF and some stock moldings. Find out how to build a easy, elegant fireplace mantel.

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Over a year and a half ago, way back on September 1, 2015, we asked a question in a blog post. We had a mantel we'd need to build any day, and we needed to make a determination on just how that mantel in our living room should look. Well, we've been slowly working on this living room project and have finally reached a point where that day has arrived. Before we get into details, let's recap (in case you don't remember our blog post from a year and a half ago). The original mantel in the room…

Over a year and a half ago, way back on September 1, 2015, we asked a question in a blog post. We had a mantel we'd need to build any day, and we needed to make a determination on just how that mantel in our living room should look. Well, we've been slowly working on this living room project and have finally reached a point where that day has arrived. Before we get into details, let's recap (in case you don't remember our blog post from a year and a half ago). The original mantel in the room…

My mother in law recently decided to update her living room and trusted Nate and I to give her fireplace a little face lift. In order to achieve the look she wa…

How To Build A Fireplace Mantel | Young House Love

DIY Faux Fireplace & Mantel, Holiday Decorating, DIY Fireplace, DIY Mantel

Over a year and a half ago, way back on September 1, 2015, we asked a question in a blog post. We had a mantel we'd need to build any day, and we needed to make a determination on just how that mantel in our living room should look. Well, we've been slowly working on this living room project and have finally reached a point where that day has arrived. Before we get into details, let's recap (in case you don't remember our blog post from a year and a half ago). The original mantel in the room…

I have SUCH an exciting and highly-requested tutorial for you today, sweet friends! Ever since I found the faux mantel that now lives in my bedroom, so many of you have asked where you might be able to find something similar. The mantel I bought was handmade and a very simple design, so I knew…

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