Electric Fireplace Mantel and Remodeling

A fireplace mantel is the shelf or support for the fireplace usually positioned on the top of the unit. An electric fireplace mantel is like any other type of fireplace mantel and can be made out of a variety of different materials. Some of the most common mantels are made out of wood such as Oak or Mahogany and is either stained or painted. Marble is another commonly used material for electric fireplace mantels.

If your old fireplace is not visually appealing or maybe you want to spruce it up then rest assured remodeling fireplaces does not have to be a costly and time consuming project. One of the simplest ways to do this is by replacing the fireplace mantel with a more artistic design or different material.

Some of the materials you can use besides the ones mentioned previously are tile, copper, wood, stainless steel, precast concrete, stone, artificial stone, or faux paint and plasters. You can also use a variety of different combinations and even save money by creating your own fireplace mantel with materials you have lying around.

Some home improvement stores sell fireplace mantel kits made entirely out of wood for under $200 or including the mantel and the surrounds for around $400. The kits are usually pre-cut and already come with a finished surface, needing only a few tools to install and replace over your fireplace.

If you want a more custom design look for contractors that specialize in rebuilding fireplaces and surrounds. Although this may cost more, many contractors design fireplaces by using tile, marble or stone and are skilled at providing an artistic design and one that matches the décor of your home.

Another way to save money and improve your existing fireplace is to simply add a different finish over it. If your fireplace mantel is made out of wood this can be fairly easy and inexpensive to accomplish.Precast concrete is another option and can be molded into a variety of different styles and shapes. Also polyurethane can be easy to apply and very versatile when it comes to changing its shape.

If you are not sure what design or style you want to change your fireplace into then be sure to check out what’s available online and explore the different fireplace brands to get some great ideas.