Monday, May 08, 2006

Choosing a Fireplace Mantel

~Information on choosing a fireplace mantel and safety & restoration.~

If your fireplace is lacking style and beauty, a simple solution such as a fireplace mantel dramatically improve the overall sophistication and warmth of your fireplace.

Finding the perfect fireplace mantel to fit your home, though, can be difficult if you don’t know alot about the fireplace industry. You are now in the right place to simplify your fireplace mantel shopping experience.

Finding a local retailer that sells fireplace mantles may not be easy, so online is as a good a place to look, but you need to keep a few things in mind. Understand that the convenience of shopping from home has a price, and you will have to pay shipping and handling, which can be costly when it comes to something like a mantelpiece, obviously, because of the wieght. Be sure to look and find out exactly what the final cost will be, and if the mantel can be shipped to you directly. Take all the safety precautions you feel necessary, and always shop around to make sure you get the best deal and quality.

Stone fireplace mantels
Think about whether your home is modern and simple, Victorian, or maybe a ranch style home. Depending on the decor, a stone mantle for your fireplace could be exactly what you’re looking for. Simple and sturdy, a sandstone or granite mantelpiece can dramatically change the attitude of a room, or enhance it.

Consider the advantages over a wood mantle piece for instance, as no one type or material is best for every situation. Know your product before you buy, as there are a plethora of choices, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. Consider different colors, or varying patterns, or engraving or carving? Do not settle on one because it works; always do whatever you can to find the perfect mantel. With the amount of variables there are, there always is one that is perfect for everyone.