FIREPLACE MANTEL & SURROUND
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Wall shelf (39"x7") is supported by crown molding and large wooden brackets to give the appearance of an old-fashioned fireplace mantel. AMERICAN WOODWORKER Jul-Aug 1988 (v.4#3) pg. 29
Craftsman-style built-in bookcases and matching mantel for a fireplace. AMERICAN WOODWORKER #88 Aug 2001 pg. 76
Photo shows how an H-shaped mantel of 2x10s and rough-sawn plywood panels add visual impact to a fireplace. BETTER HOMES & GARDENS May 1971 (v.49#5) pg. 50
How to build an attractive mantel for an existing brick fireplace. BETTER HOMES & GARDENS May 1972 (v.50#5) pg. 79
Photo shows how a fireplace can be given a facelift by building a mantle and floor-to-ceiling framework from rough sawn cedar. Area between the mantle and ceiling is filled in with cedar shingles. BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jan 1975 (v.53#1) pg. 35
Shelving ideas that also add architectural interest. (1) Shaker-style peg shelving is used both as a rail for displaying pictures and a rod for hanging curtains. (2) Simple 6" wide shelf has racks for hanging stemware on the underside. (3) Fake fireplace and mantel. (4) Shelf, supported by corbels, serves as a space-saving entry table. BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jun 1996 (v.74#6) pg. 21
Hearth at home. Combine the convenience of a zero-clearance gas fireplace with this custom-built surround. The surround features a keystone of the Greek wind god Aeolus, multi-color tiles, and decorative wood moldings and trim which you fabricate yourself. CANADIAN HOME WORKSHOP Oct 1999 (v.23#1) pg. 34
Accenting your fireplace. (1) Barnboard mantel looks like a solid timber but presents none of the headaches of excessive mass. (2) Molded mantel assembly. CANADIAN WORKSHOP Dec 1985 (v.9#3) pg. 48
A facade with finesse. Remodel your existing masonry fireplace to add a new look with traditional elegance. How to remove and cover exposed brickwork, install a new fire chamber, and install an elegant wooden mantle. CANADIAN WORKSHOP Nov 1987 (v.11#2) pg. 52
Custom-made fireplace surround is made from oak-veneered particleboard, oak boards, and oak molding. Includes two matching columns, a panel connecting the tops of the columns, and a mantel. CANADIAN WORKSHOP Nov 1994 (v.18#2) pg. 18
Reproduction of a turn-of-the-century fireplace mantel includes layered crown molding, simulated vertical panels, pressed applique which simulates a relief carving, etc. CANADIAN WORKSHOP Dec 1996 (v.20#3) pg. 25
Build a mantel for use with (or without) a fireplace. Est. cost: $25. DECORATING & CRAFT IDEAS Nov 1981 (v.12#9) pg. 72
Profiles of two colonial fireplace surround moldings. (1) Bolection. (2) Astragal plus crown molding. EARLY AMERICAN LIFE Feb 1994 (v.25#1) pg. 44
Added Info EARLY AMERICAN LIFE Jun 1994 (v.25#3) pg. 4
Turn a wood fireplace mantle into rich "marble" by applying several coats of quick-drying latex paint. FAMILY CIRCLE Feb 23 1982 (v.95#3) pg. 76, 139
How to build a traditional fireplace mantelpiece from wood and wood molding. FAMILY HANDYMAN #145 Jun 1973 (v.23#5) pg. 56
How to build a wooden mantle and fireplace surround with new marble facing over the brick front and hearth. FAMILY HANDYMAN #335 Feb 1993 (v.43#2) pg. 42
Craftsman style built-in bookcases and fireplace mantel. FAMILY HANDYMAN #373 Nov 1996 (v.46#10) pg. 34
Gas fireplace and stone surround. Part 2. How to apply cast stone to a fireplace surround. Techniques are applicable to covering other surfaces. FAMILY HANDYMAN #381 Sep 1997 (v.47#8) pg. 36
Tip on attaching a hollow wood shelf mantel to a brick fireplace. FAMILY HANDYMAN #389 Jun 1998 (v.48#6) pg. 11
Building a Federal-style mantel. Neoclassical detailing in poplar and ceramic tile. Reproduction of an 18th-century mantel includes vertical flutes, hand-carved "sunburst" ovals, and Delft tiles. FINE HOMEBUILDING #54 Jun-Jul 1989 pg. 54
Baronial inglenook. Elegant laminated mahogany arches and antique English details featured in this large fireplace surround. FINE HOMEBUILDING #69 Aug-Sep 1991 pg. 82
Building a fireplace mantel. Fluted pilasters and decorative trim make for a mantel that appears complicated but really isn't. FINE HOMEBUILDING #93 Feb-Mar 1995 pg. 66
Building a mantel. A frame-and-panel base topped with a broad shelf dresses up a plain fireplace. FINE HOMEBUILDING #126 Oct-Nov 1999 pg. 108
Building fireplace mantels. Antebellum designs provide inspiration. FINE WOODWORKING #70 May-Jun 1988 pg. 42
Use a bed rail fastener to hang a heavy wooden mantel from a masonry fireplace. FINE WOODWORKING #80 Jan-Feb 1990 pg. 10
Technique for mounting fireplace mantels to brick walls using hidden screws and plaster of paris. FINE WOODWORKING #104 Jan-Feb 1994 pg. 32
Mantel makes the room. Sophisticated and complex-looking, mantels are actually simple to build. FINE WOODWORKING #110 Jan-Feb 1995 pg. 44
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #112 May-Jun 1995 pg. 8
Arts-and-Crafts style oak mantel features frame-and-panel background and a thick mantel shelf consisting of oak over plywood. FINE WOODWORKING #131 Jul-Aug 1998 pg. 70
Two simple fireplace surrounds that are made from pine and decorated with moldings and purchased carvings. FURNITURE #2 1993 pg. 62
Fireplace facelift. Larger, more decorative mantel is made by fitting a pine box over an existing brick shelf. HOME MECHANIX #716 Dec 1987 (v.83) pg. 48
Mantel masterpiece. Create a striking fireplace mantel using stock lumber and standard moldings. Four different styles are illustrated. HOME MECHANIX #739 Nov 1989 (v.85) pg. 109
A slate-tile hearth and cherry hardwood mantel you can build from scratch. Also views ready-to-install mantel kits for easy elegance. HOME MECHANIX #750 Nov 1990 (v.86) pg. 36
Spreading on the charm. How to construct a wooden fireplace surround and finish it with a coating of stucco-like material. Ideal for a Southwestern or contemporary fireplace setting. HOME MECHANIX #760 Nov 1991 (v.87) pg. 56
Fireplace facelift. How to convert an existing fireplace into a super-efficient and stylish heater. Update it with a new mantle, marble hearth, and woodstove insert. HOME MECHANIX #768 Sep 1992 (v.88) pg. 48
Fireplace mantels you can install. Includes tips on building a mantel from a kit and installing wooden mantels. HOMEOWNER Oct 1984 (v.9#8) pg. 34
Fireplace finery. Freshen up your fireplace with a new hearth or mantel. Options for fireplace redesign are viewed. HOMEOWNER Oct 1988 (v.13#8) pg. 40
How to get a better looking fireplace. Ideas for the mantel, mantel shelf, surround, and hearth. HOMEOWNERS HOW TO Jan-Feb 1983 (v.8#1) pg. 67
New face for an old fireplace. How to install a new mantle and decorative molding around a built-in brick fireplace. MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #629 Oct 1980 (v.76) pg. 66
Repairing and restoring marble mantels. Step-by-step procedures for disassembling a marble mantle, how to repair damaged marble, and how to install a mantle. OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Jun 1974 (v.2#6) pg. 5
Added Info OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Jan 1979 (v.7#1) pg. 10
Added Info OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Apr 1979 (v.7#4) pg. 47
Tip: How to clean old white marble mantles. OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Jan 1979 (v.7#1) pg. 10
Added Info OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Apr 1979 (v.7#4) pg. 47
Renewing a marbleized mantle. How to remove the grime that obscured the mantle of a coal burning fireplace. OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Jun 1982 (v.10#6) pg. 126
A pictoral guide to fireplace mantels, 1700-1940, and sources for buying reproductions. OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Mar-Apr 1989 (v.17#2) pg. 38
Maintaining mantels and their associated parts. OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Nov-Dec 1992 (v.20#6) pg. 34
Slate pretenders. A look at manufactured modular slate mantels of the late 19th century. Tips on tackling common restoration problems. OLD-HOUSE JOURNAL Nov-Dec 1998 (v.26#6) pg. 58
How to build a fireplace mantle from stock moldings. POPULAR MECHANICS Feb 1989 (v.166#2) pg. 75
Tips on extra support needed when replacing a wood mantel with a stone one. PRACTICAL HOMEOWNER Dec 1989-Jan 1990 (v.4#9) pg. 11
Magnificent mantels. How to give a fireplace an updated look. (1) Using stock molding. (2) Installing a ceramic-tile face. (3) Painting. (4) Installing surrounding cabinets. TODAY'S HOMEOWNER #820 Nov 1997 (v.93) pg. 35
Window valance and fireplace mantel are made from 6" mantel molding and pine. WOMAN'S DAY Sep 1 1983 (v.46#14) pg. 81, 129
Fabulous fireplace surround in two versions (cherry in a natural finish and medium density fiberboard painted. Both versions feature fluting on the pilaster fronts, molding trim accents and deep cove molding under the mantel. WOOD MAGAZINE #101 Dec 1997 (v.14#8) pg. 60
Basic construction principles for building a fireplace surround. WOODWORKER Apr 1987 (v.91#4) pg. 304
Straight to the hearth. Complete details for building an imposing decorative surround for a fireplace. WOODWORKER Feb 1988 (v.92#2) pg. 162
Oak fireplace surround. Decorative details include dentil molding, flutes, and egg and dart hand-carved molding. WOODWORKER May 1993 (v.97#5) pg. 44
Maple fireplace mantel featuring dentil molding is supported by a square pilaster (half-depth column) at each end. WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL May-Jun 1998 (v.22#3) pg. 46
Formal colonial-style fireplace mantle is built up from stock lumber and moldings. WORKBENCH Jan-Feb 1982 (v.38#1) pg. 76
Wood surrounds. Build fireplace mantels from scratch or from a kit. Instructions included for building a mahogany mantel, fabricating custom moldings, etc. WORKBENCH Jan-Feb 1990 (v.46#1) pg. 22
How to build a fireplace mantel. WORKBENCH Dec 1992-Jan 1993 (v.48#6) pg. 28
Faux stone fireplace. How to install a fireplace surround and hearth using manufactured stone. Step-by-step photos show the gluing and grouting procedures required. WORKBENCH Jan-Feb 1998 (v.54#1) pg. 18
Traditional style oak mantle features frame-and-panel fronts on the pilasters and bridge. Optional designs include elimination of the pilasters and adding a large mirror and frame over the fireplace. WORKBENCH Jan-Feb 1998 (v.54#1) pg. 28
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