The original fireplace is actually only about to the top of that gas fireplace insert.
Installing mantle on brick fireplace.
Most mantels are placed about 60 above the floor.
Place marks on the grout line every 16.
Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace.
So full confession i had to call my dad for help on this one.
How to install a floating mantel the easy way.
Fireplace mantel installation was a little above my skillset.
The brick that you see is actually a facade that was built out of 2x4s and plywood and then brick was attached to the front of the plywood.
How to attach a mantel to a wood fireplace in a brick wall.
Fireplace mantels are available in a variety of styles and finishes to complement the style of the bricks on your wood burning fireplace.
Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height.
So a little back story about our fireplace.
If you have a fireplace surround that is constructed with wood beams you would not want to follow this tutorial you would use a method involving locating the studs and using them to anchor your mantel.
Note that our fireplace is a masonry or brick fireplace covered with cement board and a concrete overlay.