When Only A Mantel Shelf Will Do

Today's fireplaces are becoming more and more contemporary in style and design. With this trend a complete fireplace mantel surround is not always an option. Limited wall space is usually the reason why a mantel surround cannot be used, but another option is a mantel shelf.  Mantel shelves made from wood with the proper design styling and finish will become the focal point of the room, if done correctly!

Let's talk about style. The decor of a room often dictates the style and finish of your mantel shelf. If you have a log cabin, then a rustic or plain wood shelf is the correct choice. If you have a loft in the city or another contemporary home then maybe a clean modern design will work well. Dens and family rooms are usually decorated in a more casual style while a living room will be more formal. MantelCraft has a huge selection of mantel shelf design styles for nearly all decorating motifs!

Now, how can I purchase a mantle shelf? These days, it is not uncommon to at least do some initial shopping on-line to review the styles, wood and finish choices. When shopping locally, look for a fireplace specialty shop where you may find the same shelves in your local store that you found on-line along with a resident expert to give advice and maybe even handle the installation for you! These companies work with this product daily and can be very helpful. Finding a mantel company that has a large selection of mantel shelves with different wood types and finishes will make your decision much easier. Many fireplace mantel companies today have "cookie-cutter" styles, many are imported, and you cannot customize them in any way. With MantelCraft, you can select the style, the shelf length and depth, the wood type and the finish, for a totally custom piece of fine furniture! Sometimes only a mantel shelf will do, so don't settle on the same old shelf like everyone else. Look for a company that can build a custom size shelf in the correct wood speciea and your choice of finish! Remember, the fireplace mantel shelf is the most important design element in the room so do it right and let it become the focal point!