In this video, I demonstrate how to hang a floating reclaimed beam mantel as part of an extreme DIY fireplace makeover. I ...

It’s not House Beautiful yet, but here’s our new salvage living room mantel. The mantel it replaced, below, did not appear to be original to the house. We found this slate mantel, which is much more ...

In this video, I update a painted fireplace mantel by installing a new white oak floating mantel.

In any room where contemplation or conversation might be called for, the fireplace is often a focal point. With a little inspiration, a few tools and a weekend’s effort, here are six ways to make it ...