Design Fireplace Mantel

There are many ways to design fireplace mantel arrangements. The mantel is the shelf that sits above your fireplace and is a perfect place to showcase your favorite decor items. Just as there are many different types of fireplaces, there are many different types of mantels. They can be made from wood, stone or another material. There are so many ways to dress up a mantel. It all depends on the decor of the room and what you most prefer. However there are some basic tips that can help you create the perfect arrangement of items on your fireplace shelf.

One rule of thumb when it comes to interior design is that odd numbered arrangements are pleasing to the eye. Therefore if you were to put a group of candles on your mantel it would be best to use one, three or five for the most esthetically pleasing look. Candles are a great item for a mantle because you can find pillar, votive and taper candles in every imaginable size and color. Picture frames are another popular item to group on a mantel. This is another area where you can mix and match various colors, styles and sizes of frame as long as you keep them in odd numbered groupings. An elegant mantel might include both candles and picture frames containing photos of loved ones.

Floral arrangements are also great for your mantel. There are so many different ways of arranging flowers. You can go modern with a single bloom in a silver vase, or romantic with a full, abundant arrangement of flowers and foliage. If you want to keep your mantel bare, consider placing a mirror or work of art above it. A bare mantel can be dressed up with a tapestry runner that slightly hangs over the sides. Of course you can also put your decor items on top of a tapestry runner as well. When it comes to decorating your mantel area, the sky's the limit.

To see examples of fireplace mantel arrangements, browse through interior decorating magazines and books. The Internet is a rich source of examples, as you can use resources like Google Images and Photobucket to pull up photos of most anything including fireplace mantels. Your hearth area should be decorated in a way that is pleasing to you and your family, because it is sure to be one of the most popular areas of the home.

 

 

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Brandon's Burns - KXLY Spokane

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Brandon's Burns
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The Fireplace Delusion: A Metaphor for Religious Belief - Daily Beast

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The Fireplace Delusion: A Metaphor for Religious Belief
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Brandon's Burns
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Remorseful elderly man admits his fireplace ashes caused Reno blaze that . - Washington Post (blog)

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Remorseful elderly man admits his fireplace ashes caused Reno blaze that .
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An EURśextremely remorsefulEURť elderly man admitted Friday that he accidentally started a brush fire that destroyed 29 homes near Reno when he improperly discarded fireplace ashes at his home south of town, authorities said. EURśHe came forward on his own .
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Fireplace ashes cause multi-family structure to burn - WPDE

Fireplace ashes cause multi-family structure to burn
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Fire investigators determined ashes from a fireplace that were thrown out too close to structure caused the fire. The residents are being helped by the local chapter of the American Red Cross. The Florence Fire Department would like to remind all .
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Keepers of the flame - The News Journal

Keepers of the flame
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Companies working to keep fireplaces safe for kids
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How to clean chimneys, prevent fires - Austin News

How to clean chimneys, prevent fires
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A Sunday night house fire on a chilly night in South Austin is serving as a good reminder for homeowners to check their chimneys before using their fireplaces. Manchaca Fire Rescue believes a buildup of creosote in the family's fireplace caught on fire .

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Burn ban lifted in Okanogan County
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Modern fireplaces a hit in many N.J. homes
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Stone and Marble Fireplaces Now Brought to You by Classic Mantels - SBWire (press release)

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Classic mantels have brought a whole new variety with the fireplaces. These stone and marble fireplaces will give an adorable feature to your home beside adding comfort in chilling winters. West Sussex, London -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/15/2012 -- Classic .

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Meeco products keep fireplaces looking fine
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Companies working to keep fireplaces safe for kids - KOMO News

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Companies working to keep fireplaces safe for kids
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SEATTLE -- Kids and fireplaces can be a potentially dangerous mix, and open flames aren't the only thing parents have to worry about. Little Brandon Christiansen was just 13 months old when his hands were seriously burned by the glass on the families .

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Outdoor fireplace ignites Suffern house; no one injured - The Journal News | LoHud.com

Outdoor fireplace ignites Suffern house; no one injured
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SUFFERN EUR” An outdoor fireplace sparked a predawn blaze that caused extensive damage to half of a home but did not cause any injuries, the fire department said. A young man who was sleeping on the couch was awakened by a loud sound shortly after 2 am .

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Jackson Systems, LLC Introduces FiresideFriend„˘ Gas Fireplace Remote Controls - PR Web (press release)

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Jackson Systems, LLC Introduces FiresideFriend„˘ Gas Fireplace Remote Controls
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With over 10 million homes in the United States having gas fireplaces, HVAC contractors are missing out on a great opportunity. FiresideFriend„˘ from Jackson Systems is a family of remote controls for gas fireplaces. HVAC contractors who work with gas .

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Jackson Systems, LLC Introduces FiresideFriend„˘ Gas Fireplace Remote Controls
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