What’s the best way to build a fireplace mantle?

Mike questioned:

I want to find a simple way to build a fireplace mantle. Maybe instructions that can be found on the internet.

Julio

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2 Responses to “What’s the best way to build a fireplace mantle?”

Dawn says:

January 15, 2010 at 10:27 pm

Ann

Build a box 11-1/4″ wide by the length of your fireplace out of 2×4s, and cover all sides except the back with 3/4″ veneered plywood of your wood species choice. Make sure all the outside corners of the plywood are mitered to give the effect of a solid piece of wood. This will give you a 12″ x 5″ x (?)” mantle.
Beverly says:

January 18, 2010 at 10:06 am

Dolores

building one is fine but i would find a lumber mill who could cut me a solid chunk of wood the size i need …or go to a masonry supply and get a slab of stone the size i need…