EASILY INCREASE THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME WITH A FIREPLACE MANTEL

Whether your building a new home or updating your current residence adding a cast stone mantel to your space will add a design element that is exquisite while increasing your resale value. Home buyers in general are willing to pay up to $1400 more for a fireplace, and with one as beautiful as handcrafted artisan stone will surely be a show stopper. There are several advantages of stone fireplace mantels; durability and low maintenance are just a few. Considering that cast stone is a non-combustible material, stone mantels tend to be a safer option than traditional wood or timber.

Posted on September 17, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

IT'S THE EXTRA THINGS...

In addition to our range of fireplace mantels, mantel shelves, and outdoor fireplace kits, Mantels Direct stocks a carefully selected range of accessories to complete your fireplace setting. From fireplace grates to screens, bellows to log holders, we want to make sure that your new or old fireplace has the necessary accessories for functionality and a picturesque, cozy environment. Hop on over to browse our selection and receive FREE shipping for a limited time on your order!

Posted on September 14, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

THE BEST PART OF YOUR HOUSE MAY BE OUTSIDE YOUR HOUSE

Dreaming of warmer weather? Start planning for the spring and summer entertaining by investing in an outdoor fireplace. You'll love enjoying the great outdoors from the comforts of your own backyard.

Posted on September 3, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

TOP SHELF - FIREPLACE MANTEL SHELVES TO COMPLETE YOUR SPACE

An authentic wood mantel shelf is one of the easiest ways to stylishly upgrade your space. Mantels Direct offers a superior selection of handcrafted wood mantels for traditional, rustic, and modern design aesthetics available in a variety of wood types and finishes. Browse a few of our bestsellers below, and be sure to click here for our complete selection:

posted on August 31, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

OUR BEST SELLING FIREPLACE MANTELS & WHY THEY'RE SO LOVED

With so many combinations of materials, colors, and finishes, picking a fireplace mantel can be downright overwhelming. We’re here to help narrow down the choices by sharing our most popular styles. With anything though, the right option for you is a personal preference and will depend highly on your home aesthetic, interior décor style and budget. Take a peak at these favorite mantels, but if you want a more personal take on what may look good for your lifestyle, feel free to reach out to one of our design specialists.

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

BEAUTIFUL MARBLE MANTELS

Elegant. Beautiful. Timeless. All words that describe the classic aesthetic of a marble fireplace mantel. With elegant detailing, stunning sleek material, and a wide variety of styles, marble mantels bring a major upgrade to any room they are included in. Marble is a resilient, easy to care for material. Comparable marble mantels can often sell for nearly double, but through our specially imported materials, we're able to offer our mantels at significantly lower prices. Easy to install, Mantels Direct offers free shipping on our standard marble mantels. Available in six finishes, nothing will catch your friends and family's eye as quickly as one of these beautiful showpieces.

Posted July 24, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

NEW PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Tranquilli Wood Fired Pizza Ovens

What's better than cooking outside with friends and family in the summertime? Cooking gourmet homemade pizza, that's what! Just in to Mantels Direct, the Tranquilli Outdoor Pizza Ovens are the perfect luxury asset for the serious home chef. With maximal storage space, adjustable racks, and real wood-burning flavor, the culinary opportunities for roasts, breads, pizzas, and more are limitless. You'll never forget a meal, or an evening, when the Tranquilli is involved.

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

HOW TO THROW A PERFECT SUMMER SOIREE

Summer is heating up and with the 4th of July right around the corner; it’s time to throw a really great summer soiree. With the days lasting longer, it’s the perfect time to showoff your hostess skills. Some people love to plan parties, and the devil is in the details.

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

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Posted on June 10, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

Outdoor Fire Pits - Functional Art

As the warmer weather settles in, outdoor enthusiasts will be clamoring to spend more time outside. Outdoor fire pits can help to keep the cool nights at bay, and with beautiful detailing, it'll be easy to give your favorite nature lover a fire pit they're sure to rave over. Whether they love stargazing, hunting and fishing, or the beach, there's an outdoor fire pit made especially for them.

Posted on May 28, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

Creating the Perfect Outdoor Space with a Chiminea

The chiminea was invented hundreds of years ago in Mexico by tribesmen. The men created a fire pit that could keep their families warm while also providing enough of a flame for their wives to cook. Most importantly, the design of the chiminea would prevent the wood from getting wet. Another benefit to the chiminea design is its rounded bottom and fluted top. This creates a flue to direct the smoke upward rather than around the fire pit. This then allowed for a quicker and safer burn.

Posted on May 8th, 2015 by Matt Dorrance | Read More

The Milford - Cast Stone Mantel Spotlight

When a beautiful customer install comes across our desks, we all stop what we're doing, pass the photos around, and "ooh" and "aah." There's nothing better than customer creativity paired with a beautiful mantel from Mantels Direct. Enjoy!

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

Hot Outdoor Decorating Trends

Spring is in the air, and that means summer is just around the corner, too. Gear up for those warmer days and longer nights by prepping your outdoor area. With the right elements, your backyard or patio area will easily become a completely unique and gorgeous space.

Posted on March 27, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

The Perfect Fireplace Mantel for Every Room

If you think fireplace mantels only belong in a living room, think again. Fireplaces turn a house into a home and add that special element of emotional and physical warmth and coziness. It is completely acceptable to have a fireplace in every room of your home, but if you want to mix up the styles, we’ll show you which ones look best where.

Posted on February 13, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

Oak, Maple, Pine and More - Spruce up your Space with a new Mantel Shelf

For a quick design win look no further than our fireplace mantel shelves, available in wood types including poplar, oak, cherry, maple, and pine. From rustic cabin-style to sleek and simple, we have the right shelf to complement your design aesthetic.

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Posted on February 6, 2015 by Vincent Carafano | Read More

3 Ways to an Eco-friendly Backyard

Creating an eco-friendly backyard is easier than you might think. The growing "Green" movement has lead to the development of sustainable materials and new practices that encourage renewable processes that reduce the impact on the environment.

Posted on August 18, 2014 by Cheryl Kahn | Read More

New Wood Mantel Shelves You'll Go Gaga Over

Like a frame to a picture, a mantel shelf is the finishing touch to a beautiful fireplace. Things you’ll want to consider when purchasing are: materials, aesthetics, length, cost, and how fast do you need it by.

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Lauren Monitz | Read More

3 Advantages of Fireplace Screens

Available in a variety of materials and finishes, fireplace screens are as decorative as they are functional. Sold in styles that have between 1-5 panels made of iron, copper, brass, bronze, or black, our fireplace screens provide a protective shield from fly away embers and sparks.

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Lauren Monitz | Read More

History of the Hearth

Fire elements have been around since the beginning of time, with the very first ones being used for cooking and sanitization to the decorative features they are today. Traditionally a brick- or stone-lined fireplace with or without an oven, a hearth is a central feature of a home.

Posted on July 27, 2014 by Lauren Monitz | Read More

Celebrity Fireplace Inspiration

As much as we love to hate our favorite A-listers and pretend like we don’t care about the headlines, their lives are fascinating. Glamorous, alluring and with every fixture and detail meticulously planned out, their interior design should serve as inspiration to covet and emulate.

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Lauren Monitz | Read More