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How do you support a heavy fireplace mantel?
The mantel needs to anchor to the studs in the wall above the fireplace. Drive 1/2- or 3/4-inch rebar rods or lag screws into pilot holes drilled into the studs. For best support, drive them all the way through the stud. Place one rod or screw in each stud behind the mantel.
How is a mantle attached to a brick fireplace?
The mantel is lifted into its wall position by aligning the holes to the support rods. The mantel is pushed back into the rods and against the bricks. Secure attachment of a mantel to a brick fireplace is realized by tapping it in with a hammer and a scrap wood spacer.
How do you hang a heavy mantel on drywall?
Holding your drill at a 45 degree angle downward, drill a pilot hole through the shelf and drywall and into the stud. Install a finishing nail into each of the pilot holes with a nail gun or hammer; the nails must be long enough to penetrate at least 1 inch into the drywall. These nails will secure the mantle in place.
How much weight can a fireplace mantel hold?
Combustible objects placed on or around the mantel must meet your fireplace manufacturer’s requirements for clearances to combustibles. DO NOT OVERLOAD MANTEL: THE MAXIMUM LOAD FOR ALL 60 INCH MANTELS is 150lbs. MAXIMUM LOAD FOR ALL 72 INCH MANTELs is 180lbs.
What is a floating mantel?
Our mantels are hollow on the inside, providing an easy alternative to solid wood mantels. Live grain end caps maintain the look of a solid piece of wood. Each mantel is hand crafted from reclaimed longleaf pine, providing a unique look and character that cannot be duplicated.
How far should a mantle stick out?
A mantel should stick out at least 6 inches (15.24cm) from the wall. It’s the perfect depth that allows you to have a mantle effectively deflect heat without compromising aesthetics. You can extend it to have more depth for your decorative pieces, but we don’t recommend having it less than 6 inches (15.24cm).
Can you put a TV on a mantel?
The short answer is – yes. However, to ensure your television isn’t damaged from the heat, care must be taken to ensure heat generated by the fireplace is redirected away from television. There are several ways to do this, such as installing a proper mantel and building an alcove for the television.
Can you set TV on mantle?
Ideally, televisions should be set at the eye level of seated viewers, but unless you have a very low mantel, this placement probably won’t be possible above a fireplace. Sit in your favorite chair and stare at the template for a while; if you experience neck strain, consider placing the TV somewhere else.
Can you change fireplace mantel?
While mantels come in a variety of styles, most modern mantels are not a single, solid piece of wood. You can replace a fireplace mantel with one that suits your home’s decor in a couple of hours with some basic hand tools.
Can you screw in shiplap?
When using screws, you are more likely to split the material. This can lead to unsightly cracks and unusable material. You would also need to predrill the holes, which will add extra time and labor to the project. We don’t recommend using screws when installing shiplap to save yourself time, money and the headache.
Can you mount shelves on shiplap?
This mark was for the top of the bracket (see below). Then we put pilot holes into the wood and drywall, then drilled them into place with long screws into the studs. With these brackets you’ll just butt up to the shiplap directly. The shelf will still sit on top and you’ll screw it down when your brackets are set.
Is it OK to mount a TV above a fireplace?
It’s not advisable to mount a TV above a fireplace because excess heat and electronics don’t mix. The area above the fireplace is often warmer than other wall surfaces in your home. The farther the fireplace mantle extends into the room, the more it will deflect heat from the above wall (and TV mounted there).
What is the best way to drill into brick?
Begin by drilling a pilot hole using a small masonry bit. Then, attach the larger bit and drill again to make a bigger hole. Make sure the drill is perpendicular to the brick wall. Drilling through brick and mortar places stress on the drill, causing it to heat up.
How far should a mantel extend from the fireplace?
As a general rule, the mantel is placed about 12 inches above the fireplace opening. Then adding an inch to the distance for every inch that the mantel protrudes. So a mantel 6 inches deep, would be attached 18 inches above the firebox opening.
How high above a fireplace should a mantle be?
Mantel Height: We recommend installing the mantel 4.5′ from the floor. This allows room for stockings during the holidays. Most housing codes and the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) state that the bottom of the mantel must be at least 12” away from the top of the fireplace box.
How far above a fireplace should a TV be mounted?
Above Fireplace Mounting The rule of thumb is, if your mantel is less than four feet from the floor, you should mount your TV about 12 inches above it. This rule applies to a fireplace without a mantel as well.
Why do fireplaces have mantles?
Why Do Fireplaces Have Mantels? The purpose of a fireplace mantel was traditionally to catch smoke before it entered the room from the firebox of an open fireplace, but mantels in more modern times are used primarily for decorative and aesthetic purposes.
How do you attach wood to brick without drilling?
The best way to attach wood to brick without drilling is to use a brick wall hook. These hooks are designed for brick walls, even slightly curved ones. They are removable, adhesive-free, and strong (holds up to 25 lbs). You can install them in seconds and most importantly: no holes to drill.
What anchors do you use for brick?
Self-tapping brick anchors, concrete block or concrete screws are used for fastening items to brick. Concrete screws are most commonly called Tapcon® masonry screws. The heavy-duty masonry screw has the versatility for use in brick, mortar joints, CMU, block or solid concrete.
