Diy mantel for a brick fireplace.
Diy floating fireplace mantel shelf.
In this video i m going to demonstrate.
For those of you that haven t opened up your kreg jig yes this is a great beginner project.
Most mantels are placed about 60 above the floor.
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.
Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height.
Achieve a rustic looking mantel beam or floating shelf with this technique in this easy how to step by step tutorial.
Things you ll need measuring tape circular saw 1 by 2 inch hardwood pencil stud finder 3 inch masonry screws 3 inch wood screws 1 by 6 inch hardwood nail gun brad nails 1 by 4 inch hardwood 2 inch wood screws wood filler fine grain sandpaper paint or stain clear varnish or polyurethane.
I also think floating shelves are perfect for renters.
Place marks on the grout line every 16.
Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace.