Since you checked this composition, I assume you’re professed enough to install a mantelpiece on your own. However, it’s actually relatively easy, If you’re pretty handy with tools. You can indeed save a large quantum of plutocrats along the way.
When installing your mantel, two crucial rudiments are pivotal a) observing the proper distance of the mantel from the fire and b) making sure the mantel is securely attached to the wall.
Assuming that you formerly have the right mantelpiece of your choice, then are five easy ways to guide you. Just make sure you follow each rightly.
You’ll need the following.
Tape recording Measure
Spirit Level
Drill
Masonry drill bit
Screwdriver
indirect aphorism
Screws
Wood Putty
Step 1- Sot fit the Fireplace Mantel
Place your mantelpiece against the fireplace, precisely in the spot where you want it deposited. Try to center it on the opening or firebox. You need to leave some concurrence of at least six elevations for safety measures. With the spirit position, check the status. You need to ensure that the shelf is positioned from the front to the height of the mantel. You may need to put rustic shims under each leg until both situations are balanced.
Step 2- Mark the Position
Now, mark the position of the fireplace mantel by tracing its figure with a pencil while it’s still over against the wall. You may need to do the outlining several times just to be sure. This will make it easier for you to determine the placement of your pastoral support called cleats latterly on.
Step 3- The Cleats
Once the marking is finished, take the mantel piece down and lay it top-down on the bottom. You now need to measure the range inside your shelf as well as the length inside the supporting legs to know the size of the vertical and perpendicular cleats. Using the indirect aphorism, cut 2X4- inch- by-8-foot pieces of timber to make your cleats. Dry fit them inside to ensure a snug fit.
Step 4- Drilling the Airman Holes
Before drilling, measure first the range of the mantel edges that will sit flush against the wall. Also, inside the pencil scribe of the mantel’s figure, mark the distance from where you wish to hang the cleats. With the spirit position, connect the blotches.
While holding the cleats in place, use the hammer to drag unevenly spaced five holes through the cleat boards and into the slip-up. Switching to the screwdriver drill bit, screw in the screws into the there-drilled cleat boards and fireplace bricks. Do the same process to the rest of the cleat legs.
Step 5- Installing the Mantel
Install the mantelpiece on the wall. Make sure that you line it up with the fireplace around the support cleats. Use the hammer and screwdriver to screw in the finishing screws on the top of the mantelpiece into the cleat. Countersink them slightly to hide them from view. Repeat the same process with each of the mantel legs.
Step 6- Finishing Touches
To disguise the holes left by the screws, fill them in with wood putty or ornamental entrapments that match your mantelpiece. This will give your mantelpiece a professional look.
You can further customize your fireplace mantel by placing family pictures and other accentuations on its shelf. Or, more yet, improve your domicile by investing in functional and ornamental fireplace accessories for an indeed fascinating and pleasurable fireplace experience.