How to Customize Your Hardwood Fireplace Mantel
Buy without fear! This blog post will help you feel confident when selecting your wood type, size and color options. Taking the guess work out of your customization selections. We're here to help guide you in 3 easy steps!
Pick Your Wood Type
White Oak or Dark Walnut Hardwoods
Have a wood tone in your home you're trying to match? NO problem!
You can customize your mantel color with our finishing options to help match your existing wood floors. We recommend using white oak hardwood + Rubio Monocoat for this!
Samples are available for purchase of our wood types & Rubio Monocoat color options!
Decide Your Custom Measure
Determine Length, Depth & Height
How much bigger should a mantle be than the fireplace?
Most people want the mantel to overhang both sides of the firebox. Usually 3 - 4 inches on each side of the firebox is standard.
When measuring for the height of the mantel remember to consider decorative items you want to place on the mantel and how it looks overall on the fireplace wall.
Pick Your Finish
We Offer Polycoat Finish & Rubio Monocoat Finish Options
If you would like more information on these finishes visit our Why Rubio Monocoat blog post!
Our Standard Mounting Method
Installation is easy, using a French Cleat, which is built into the back of the mantel. Your mantel will come with install instructions. You'll only need a few screws, specific to your wall type, for installation (i.e. wood, brick, sheetrock anchors, etc.).
Other Mounting Methods Avaiable!
Slip or Cap Mantels are available upon request! When checking out simply add a note for special mounting method or reach out to us to customize yours today by using the chat button or send us an email hello@hutchesondesignco.com!
Ready to Customize Yours?
Start by picking your preferred wood type below!
Still Have Questions
We're here to help! Reach out to us by clicking the chat button or e-mails us hello@hutchesondesignco.com .
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