Note that our fireplace is a masonry or brick fireplace covered with cement board and a concrete overlay.
Installing mantle on brick fireplace.
Fireplace mantel installation was a little above my skillset.
The original fireplace is actually only about to the top of that gas fireplace insert.
Ok now for the actual installation of the mantel.
Fireplace mantels are available in a variety of styles and finishes to complement the style of the bricks on your wood burning fireplace.
Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace.
My dad was kind enough to come to help scott hang the wood mantle while i snuck out with my mom.
So a little back story about our fireplace.
How to install a floating mantel the easy way.
Place marks on the grout line every 16.
Make sure those marks are level centered and extend far enough to cover the mantel s length.
If you have a fireplace surround that is constructed with wood beams you would not want to follow this tutorial you would use a method involving locating the studs and using them to anchor your mantel.
Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height.
How to attach a mantel to a wood fireplace in a brick wall.