Diy Floating Mantel Brick Fireplace
This video show you how i made an easy diy fireplace mantel for a stone fireplace.
Diy floating mantel brick fireplace. How to build a floating fireplace mantel step 1. Buy very straight wood for all of these one 1x8x8 board two 1x6x8 boards miter saw that goes up to 45 degrees kreg jig pocket screws this one is my favorite but here s a really cheap kreg jig too ryobi impact drill nailgun with 1 5. Store the firewood for your fireplace in one of these diy firewood racks. Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace.
Push the wooden mantel carefully into place using wood glue for extra support. Remove the old mantel. Remington avenue guides you step by step through the process of making a country chic looking floating mantel by installing a thick wooden shelf piece in just a few simple steps. Most mantels are placed about 60 above the floor.
Add support by drilling holes for lag shields then install lag bolts into the brick. You ll need just a few supplies and tools to get the job done. Building a fireplace mantel is a great beginner building project that anyone can handle. Make sure those marks are level centered and extend far enough to cover the mantel s length.
Use a circular saw to cut a piece of 1 by 2 inch hardwood to the length measurement you determined earlier. Caulk the seam and allow time to dry before using. I used air dried walnut and general fishes arm r seal for the finish. Place marks on the grout line every 16.
Measure carefully and drill corresponding holes for the wood mantel. Add at least 12 inches to this measurement to. Measure the width of your fireplace using a measuring tape. Diy mantel for a brick fireplace.
Materials for diy floating mantel.