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Stone Fireplace Mantels

All you should know about stone and marble fireplace mantels.

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Fireplace Mantels - hand carved stone mantels by Artstone

http://www.wholesalemantels.com We specialize in the production of fine art of "Grade A" marble fireplace mantels for galleries, collectors, contractors, and interior designers. We are now open directly to the public. This is your opportunity to purchase beautiful fireplace mantels directly from us (the manufacturer) at unbeatable wholesale prices.

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How To Tell Good Quality Stone Fireplace Mantels 

Difference between grade "A" marble and less quality marble.

How to tell the difference between grade "A" quality marble and lesser quality marble used in Stone fireplace mantels

How to tell difference between premium & non-premium marble

Video on how to tell the difference between premium (Grade A) marble and lower grade marble used in fireplace mantels.

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A Guide To Fireplace Mantels 

What you should know about the various types of mantels.

Fireplace mantels are functional design elements that add character and depth to your room while displaying your unique taste and style. A rustic fireplace mantel can transform a living room. A mantel, whether you choose to have an entire surround or just the shelf mantel, could be just what the interior designer ordered for a dull living room.

Inspired by Greek and Roman architecture, mantels made their debut during the Italian Renaissance in Italy. Fireplaces were commonly accompanied by elaborate columns, pilasters, carved figures and architectural molding. By the advent of the Edwardian era, mantels were streamlined to accommodate more subtle designs. Modern mantel shelves, on the other hand, originated with the use of the high density construction fiberboard.

As for mantel materials, mahogany has always been a popular choice, as well as walnut and elm. Indeed, the materials used for mantel designs vary greatly, ranging from concrete to wood, metal, gypsum, plaster and glass. For a more sophisticated look, many designers prefer a marble and tile frame surrounding a fireplace.

Creating a mantel can be a costly engagement, especially when shopping for a custom-made model. Some cost savings are available for those interested in constructing from a mantel kit, complete with shelves and ornamental designs.

For ready-made models, relatively inexpensive mantles tend to be made from fiberboard, and range from $250-300. Pre-cast concrete and plaster are somewhat costlier, though certainly still affordable for most homeowners. Stone and wood are considerably more expensive, starting at about $700 and reaching several thousand dollars.

If you're looking to eliminate the contractor, you can build a fireplace mantel using a do-it-yourself kit. These are not always easy to assemble, but can be durable and detailed. You also have the satisfaction of having added to the beauty of your home.

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Blog Posts about Fireplace Mantels 

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