Dear Julie: Building a mantel is not a difficult do-it-yourself task. If you think adding a complete wood surround is beyond your skill level, try just cleaning the bricks first. With a good cleaning, ...

Picasso in his Blue Period would approve of this Atelier Davis –designed mantelpiece. Its rich, glossy blue color provides ...

The holidays have come and gone. Yet winter lingers, and we in the Pacific Northwest are left with several more months of cold rain, early sunsets and gray days. To lift your spirits and escape the ...

Spring is in the air, and now is the time to ditch darker colors, along with heavy materials and textures to welcome all things that embody the renewal that comes with the season. While a fireplace ...

While business is busy all year round in this wintry workshop, it’s been peak season at Funda-Mantels, which makes fireplace mantels. The Ridge-based company makes more than 1,000 fireplace mantels – ...

If you want to get into the Halloween spirit without turning your whole house into a haunted mansion, consider going all out in just one room instead! A fang-tastic spot to focus on is your living ...

What is more festive than a bit of crafting? Florist and author Graeme Corbett of Bloom & Burn walks us through how he makes his festive mantel garlands, using seasonal local ingredients.

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Which fireplace mantel should you buy? There are many accent pieces in your living room that complete its overall aesthetic. The extra furnishings go a long way toward making your home feel cozy and ...

With fall and the holiday season approaching, mantels are in the spotlight. Well-chosen decorations can complement your decor and lift your spirits, but getting the balance of your display just right ...