Mantel Shelves For Fireplace Surrounds Add Storage And Versatility
Eyes are easily drawn to any home's fireplace, because they communicate comfort and warmth to people. As such, families are taking advantage of this by attaching mantel shelves, where they can place important pieces collection or significant memories. People are immediately given an idea of the kind of home they are entering, by just looking at what's on top of these shelves.
Mantel shelves for fireplaces are not just decorative, but also practical. They serve as extra storage space for souvenirs from a recent trip abroad or for those old vases that are otherwise kept in the bins. A favorite art piece can be placed on top of the shelf or hung on the stone surround for added dimension to the fireplace.
Most of the mantel shelves are carved out of wood and are simple attached to the surround for aesthetic contrast the whole fireplace. They add to the rustic elements, especially of fireplaces with stone surrounds. Standard length of the shelves range from 50 to 90 inches, while others are opting for custom lengths to achieve the look they want for their fireplaces.
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Nowadays, people on their own are trying to build mantel shelves, since they are quite simple in designs and installation. The materials and tools needed are easily accessible at hardware depots, while information on how to go about creating one abounds in the Internet. Self-building can be a lot of fun to do, provided there is luxury of time and energy. Pre-manufactured made wooden shelves are just as elegant these days. The design that goes into the making of the mantels quite often dictates their prices. Intricate and laborious carvings integrated into a fireplace shelf will cost more than the simpler, polished counterparts. The more unique the shelf is, the more expensive it is. The kind of wood also determines the price with sturdier oak and mahogany being pricier than most. |
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