Mantels

 Light a fire and the fireplace becomes the centerpiece of the room. The mantel design should accentuate the warmth, comfort and style of the fireplace. It should also reflect the character of the room, from a formal cherry raised panel mantel to one honed from a length of driftwood found at a beachfront home. 

  • The extensive renovation of a Flying Point, Freeport home included a refit of the existing fireplace. Simple, geometric lines were chosen for the cherry mantel and overmantel. A honed slate hearth complements the mantel design.
    The extensive renovation of a Flying Point, Freeport home included a refit of the existing fireplace. Simple, geometric lines were chosen for the cherry mantel and overmantel. A honed slate hearth complements the mantel design.
  • A contemporary mantel design made from FSC certified Europly and Douglas fir is paired with a slate hearth and mantel shelf. Designed by the owner/architect, the subtle arch in the mantel wood is a feature carried throughout The Wave House.
    A contemporary mantel design made from FSC certified Europly and Douglas fir is paired with a slate hearth and mantel shelf. Designed by the owner/architect, the subtle arch in the mantel wood is a feature carried throughout The Wave House.
  • The design of this classic cherry mantel and matching overmantel combine with a striking soapstone surround to become the focal point of the room. The raised panels and center key demonstrate the detailed workmanship.
    The design of this classic cherry mantel and matching overmantel combine with a striking soapstone surround to become the focal point of the room. The raised panels and center key demonstrate the detailed workmanship.
  • Figured cherry is a premium wood cut from the highest quality logs. Every log has a unique pattern. Used in the creation of both the mantel and entertainment center, the design within the figured cherry makes each piece one-of-a-kind.
    Figured cherry is a premium wood cut from the highest quality logs. Every log has a unique pattern. Used in the creation of both the mantel and entertainment center, the design within the figured cherry makes each piece one-of-a-kind.
  • An Asian modern fireplace for a converted barn home was part of an energy conscious, eco-friendly renovation. An efficient firebox with adjacent sustainable FSC certified Europly media center cabinetry were a perfect fit.
    An Asian modern fireplace for a converted barn home was part of an energy conscious, eco-friendly renovation. An efficient firebox with adjacent sustainable FSC certified Europly media center cabinetry were a perfect fit.
  • This elegant Great Diamond Island home features exquisite craftsmanship throughout. The cherry mantel is surrounded by raised panel cherry woodwork, custom cherry windows, a cherry staircase and cherry floors.
    This elegant Great Diamond Island home features exquisite craftsmanship throughout. The cherry mantel is surrounded by raised panel cherry woodwork, custom cherry windows, a cherry staircase and cherry floors.
  • Scribing the turned cherry pilasters and curved crown profile mantel shelf into the natural stonework of the fireplace surround required remarkable skill and exacting attention to detail.
    Scribing the turned cherry pilasters and curved crown profile mantel shelf into the natural stonework of the fireplace surround required remarkable skill and exacting attention to detail.

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