One of the hottest home improvements right now is upgrading or installing new gas fireplaces. Most newly installed fireplaces have on thing in common: they require a mantel to suit the fireplace.

Stock Mantel or Custom Made? Many fireplaces built in today’s homes are a standard size and easily accept a catalog-purchased ...

The following steps should enable a confident DIYer with a few power tools to create a beautiful custom fireplace mantel in just a few days. The first step, and perhaps the most important ...