Dear Julie: Building a mantel is not a difficult do-it-yourself task. If you think adding a complete wood surround is beyond your skill level, try just cleaning the bricks first. With a good cleaning, ...

Transform your space with a stylish, custom-built floating mantel. This video walks you through the entire DIY process step-by-step from materials and measurements to mounting and finishing, making it ...

Jerry Hakala learned his trade at the knee of an old-school carpenter. His mentor instilled in him a need to do the job right, even if it means taking more steps or time. That’s why today, Hakala can ...

When I see an old mantel, my imagination runs wild, especially when they are as old as the one pictured here. For several generations, the only heat source that most pioneer families had was a ...