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How high should a mantel shelf be above a fireplace?
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A mantel shelf is typically mounted 12 inches above the inner section of a fireplace, which is called the firebox.
Today, fireplaces and mantels can be seen as a focal point in your decor. Vintage fireplaces and mantels have earned their coveted position as desirable focal points in any room over the course of a staggering evolution in design that has yielded everything from intricately carved works of limestone to sleek works of wood paneling and rolled steel.
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Today, fireplaces and mantels can be seen as a focal point in your decor. Vintage fireplaces and mantels have earned their coveted position as desirable focal points in any room over the course of a staggering evolution in design that has yielded everything from intricately carved works of limestone to sleek works of wood paneling and rolled steel.
Find antique and vintage fireplaces and mantels on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024
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French White Veined Carrara Marble Mantel
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted from exquisite French White Veined Carrara Marble, this 1890's Louis XVI style mantel boasts intricate carved details for a touch of elegance. Add a touch of luxury to your f...
Category
Antique 1890s Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Carrara Marble
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Polished Brass Fireplace Fire Place Tool Set
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern four piece polished brass fire place tool set consists of a stoker, shovel, brush and log holder, neatly suspended from a polished brass "T" frame. This ...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Brass
Pair of Neoclassical Regency Style Brass Fireplace Fender Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive pair of fireplace fender bench seats made in the English regency taste by Maitland-Smith. The bench seats feature neoclassical style x-form patinated brass arrows centered...
Category
20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Metal, Brass
Zen Fire Pit by AK47 Design
By AK47 Design
Located in Boston, MA
Zen fire pit by AK47 Design.
Steel fire pit Ø1800 mm.
Zen is a wood-burning outdoor fire pit with a round steel crown and built-in brazier. Stone, g...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Architectural Elements
Materials
Steel
Antique fireplace of french limestone in style of Campagnarde
Located in Made, NL
Beautiful antique fireplace made of French limestone from the 19th century in Campagnarde style. This mantelpiece has a rustic appearance with a warm color nuance and slightly curved...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Other Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Limestone
An antique Victorian period fireplace made from Portoro Nero marble
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
An attractive and richly coloured antique Victorian period fireplace made from very desirable Portoro Nero marble
The arched panels with raised and fielded panels are centred by a ke...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
