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Fireplace Mantel Size

13 years ago

We are making a stacked stone fireplace in the living room. The stone will be pretty much be flush with the wall. It may be 3-4" out. We are going to use a reclaimed wood beam as our mantel. With that in mind, what is the ideal depth of the beam? Thank you!

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Twisted Minds Custom Designs
13 years ago
It has alot to do with the overall size of the fireplace, the wider the fireplace, the more massive of a mantle you could use. Could you supply firebox dimensions, as well as overall stone fireplace (height and width) dimensions, maybe a pic?
draimala
Original Author
13 years ago
The height is 6 ft and length is 7 ft. Firebox is approximately 31" x 42 ". We are keeping the dimensions the same as we have very high ceilings and don't want to have it too stout. Unfortunately I don't have a photo of the current monstrosity. It is about to be taken down to begin the new stone work. Thank you!!!
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PRO
Twisted Minds Custom Designs
13 years ago
There probably is no ideal depth, go with what fits the size of the room. Nothing overpowering.

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