Making Mantels Book

Make your fireplace an architectural focal point and a cozy place to gather with family and friends. Whether you’re an amateur or a professional, this book covers everything you need to know: the history of mantels, elements of design, construction, finishing and installation. It even includes an extensive gallery of completed mantels for inspiration. Color photographs and drawings throughout illustrate the building process in a clear, compelling manner. 200 pages.

Author David Getts is a professional cabinetmaker with over 20 years of experience building mantels. Chapters: A Brief History of Mantels Mantel Design On-Site Inspection Materials for Mantels Non-Combustible Materials Used Around Fire Boxes Gallery of Mantels Fabricating an “Off-the-Shelf” Mantel Fabricating a Complex Mantel Wood Finishing Mantel Installation Specialty Features

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