How to Make Wooden Fireplace Mantel | DIY Floating Mantel

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[@thelegalscrivener]

Cool video shout-out from Corona, Queens

[@dannyrivera6704]

Bruh the Beggining of the video 😂

[@JoseLuisRodriguez-fe9et]

Good job..

[@figuringitout9956]

Thank you, appreciate that.

[@BigBilly1958]

At 1:45 your thoughts on appearance is a good point. The miter cut is the way to go for aesthetics. What was your approach for measuring for the end caps? This type of joinery is new for me.

[@figuringitout9956]

I really just took the depth measurement from the front to the back, and then the height from the exterior of the top to the exterior of the bottom. Then I cut the end caps at 45° on the three sides.I would have done a couple of things different if I did this project again. I've done a couple of other floating shells with different methods with different levels of success.

[@bunno8438]

It’s incredible that this has over 5,740 views! Great video as always!

[@bunno8438]

8.5 now! Wowza!

[@BikeAndThings]

Nice video Andy! You make it look like you know what you are doing, what's the secret?

[@figuringitout9956]

Bwah ha ha! I use a stunt double.

[@mimedeiros26]

Is the front where you put the mantel made of wood? Is that not a fire hazard? Or do you have a concrete wall behind that? Thanks!

[@figuringitout9956]

This fireplace is framed with non-combustible materials infront of an exhisting block/wall. The bottom of the fireplace exterior has fiber board (non-combustsible). Up at the top, the rest of the exterior is made of wood (combustible, but high enough to meet the specifications of the manufacturer). I followed the provided directions with the gas fireplace. They were very specific where combustible materials could be placed, even the hight versus width of the mantel. Thanks for watching! You can see the video of making the fireplace here kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6iwdoqvasqGpqs

[@aarongrove2688]

What is the height of the wood mantle itself; 4inches? Also did you use maple?

[@figuringitout9956]

It's 3 1/2 in high ( 1 by 4). I used maple for the cool grain pattern and ease of staining, but I wasn't paying attention when selecting the wood. The grain pattern in front looks a little like oak. I think I'd probably try aspen the next time. Good luck with your project!

[@RaiderRican]

Great video!! May I ask what is the depth of the Matel?

[@figuringitout9956]

Thank you. The depth is 7 inches.

[@laurengarcia2854]

What was the cost of this project?

[@jesusislord2149]

What size wood did you use for the mantle?

[@figuringitout9956]

1 X 4 for the front and sides, 6 ft. length served my purposes. For the top and bottom I used a 1 X 8 and trimmed it down to 7 in. wide to meet the requirements for the gas insert below. I was going for a less-beefy looking mantel. It was quite a rewarding project. If you try it, best wishes!

[@jesusislord2149]

@@figuringitout9956 Thank you for the reply. Just finishing up the electric fireplace wall adding shiplap and will be building the mantle with similar dimensions as yours.

[@kayesullivan2327]

Where can I purchase the portable table that carries your miter saw

[@figuringitout9956]

You can find it at Home Depot or Lowes. It is a Delta Miter Saw Stand. I love it. One of those purchases I should have made like 20 years ago. low.es/3oEo9iJ (Bitly shortened)

[@mlswjs]

U didn’t apply any kind of finish ??

[@figuringitout9956]

Nope. I didn't know how a finish wood handle the heat from the fireplace. No problems with just the stain and heat at all. I like the dulll look for this project.

[@meierstudio]

Better jeans?

[@steppib.4598]

Aren't the socks in danger, so close to the fire? 😨

[@figuringitout9956]

You are the only viewer so far who caught that possible fire hazard. We ended up not hanging stockings on that mantle. Now that you say it, I wonder if any stockings should be hung over sent active fireplace? Cheers!

[@gregrandol2801]

Woodglut plans are awesome!

[@LEO-xo9cz]

And the house burns down because of the socks 😂

[@lucasokomuniewski6525]

I followed this and my house burnt down :(

[@garyolsen3409]

You know buddy you would be better off using your fingers there on the table saw than that plain old stick you used as a push block. Now that was scary.

[@figuringitout9956]

Thanks for the comment. Please elaborate, I'm always up for safety tips. Is this because a scrap piece of wood has a higher chance of slipping than a legitimate push stick?

[@mini696]

​@figuringitout9956 Seeing OP didn't reply, the reason you shouldn't use a stick like that is simply a lack of grip. The chance of slipping on the wood or in you hand is much higher. There is also less pressure transferred to the workplace which makes it more dangerous.

[@Ruiz_Woodworks]

Please don’t ever use gloves when operating a saw.

[@OptimusChrist274]

So many questions un answered, off center explanations with no walk through information given.

[@shantayprueeissen8914]

I did it myself. I used Woodprix woodworking plans for this.

[@figuringitout9956]

Way to go!

[@shantayprueeissen8914]

@@figuringitout9956 👍👍👍

[@johnhelton457]

I did it with woodglut woodworking plans.