https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/news 2026-04-06T09:55:45-05:00 weekly https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/guides 2026-01-23T16:03:18-06:00 weekly https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/fireside-blog 2025-09-08T11:42:34-05:00 weekly https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/measuring-instructions 2024-12-11T09:09:30-06:00 weekly https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog 2026-04-02T08:45:15-05:00 weekly https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/buyers-guides 2026-01-23T15:30:56-06:00 weekly https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/care-maintenance 2024-05-10T10:54:14-05:00 weekly https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/measuring-instructions/measuring-instructions-for-wood-fireplace-mantels 2024-12-11T09:09:30-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Premier-Fremont-Mantel-White-Lifestyle-Angled.jpg?v=1692894092 How to Measure for a Fireplace Mantel Surround Cozy living room with white fireplace and white sofas flanking it. https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/guides/traditional-wood-mantel-surrounds-installation-instructions 2026-01-23T16:03:18-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/fremont640x480_86003a1b-38e2-4968-bbbc-6fc6bf994422.jpg?v=1769205798 Installation Instructions for Wood Mantel Surrounds Traditional Wood Mantel Surrounds Installation Instructions https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/guides/classic-stone-mantel-surrounds-installation-instructions 2023-11-14T12:11:44-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/clairehouzz3.jpg?v=1631130626 Cast Stone Mantel Surrounds Installation Instructions Classic Stone Mantel Surrounds Installation Instructions https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/guides/marble-mantel-surrounds-installation-instructions 2023-11-14T10:48:49-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Lyon_1000.jpg?v=1631130559 Natural Stone & Marble Mantel Surround Installation Instructions Marble Mantel Surrounds Installation Instructions https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/guides/traditional-wood-mantel-shelf-installation-instructions 2023-08-24T10:06:27-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/coltonwhite518.jpg?v=1631130444 Traditional Wood Mantel Shelf Installation Instructions Traditional Wood Mantel Shelf Installation Instructions https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/guides/salem-mantel-shelf-installation 2023-08-24T10:07:34-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Salem_Shelf_No_Corbels_1000_3.jpg?v=1631130152 Salem Mantel Shelf Installation Salem Mantel Shelf Installation https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/guides/breckenridge-mantel-shelf-installation 2023-08-23T10:37:26-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Breckenridge_1000_27144dec-0b03-4287-9874-ae9abb00c4b0.jpg?v=1631130382 Breckenridge Mantel Shelf Installation Breckenridge Mantel Shelf Installation https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/guides/fireplace-surround-facing-kits-installation-instructions 2025-08-07T09:40:32-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Black-Galaxy-1_f22c5b89-af92-464a-8d67-a3e70faa5ad8.jpg?v=1754577632 Fireplace Facing Installation Instructions Fireplace Surround Facing Kits Installation Instructions https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/measuring-instructions/classic-cast-stone-fitting-guide 2024-06-21T11:04:40-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/caststone-measure-update_1.jpg?v=1718985880 Classic Cast Stone Fitting Guide https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/care-maintenance/cleaning-marble-and-granite 2023-08-23T14:28:04-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/marble_3.jpg?v=1620320991 Cleaning Marble and Granite https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/care-maintenance/repairing-natural-stone-fireplace-surround-facing 2024-04-24T14:04:26-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/ICM-Antique-Beige-Marble-Facing-Dimplex-BF45DXP-Lifestyle-Angled.jpg?v=1681221751 How to Repair a Natural Stone Fireplace https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/measuring-instructions/traditional-wood-mantel-measuring-worksheet 2023-08-23T15:53:06-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/rustic_2.jpg?v=1620320930 Traditional Wood Mantel Measuring Worksheet https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/how-to-prevent-home-fires-and-craft-an-effective-fire-safety-plan 2023-08-21T12:06:41-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/firefighters-696167_800.jpg?v=1621924014 How to Prevent Home Fires and Craft an Effective Fire Safety Plan https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/buyers-guides/fireplace-screens-buying-guide 2025-10-01T14:19:22-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Fireplace_Screen_9859d668-da21-4971-b0dd-40216567a5be.jpg?v=1759346362 A Guide to Fireplace Screens https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/fireplace-accessories-glossary 2025-07-02T14:59:57-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Modern_Ember-Cecilia-Screen-Harriet-Black-Tool-Set-Lifestyle-Straight-Close-Crop_664d8c50-060e-4684-a448-5f4a3b14687f.jpg?v=1751486397 Fireplace Accessories Glossary: Essential Tools for a Stylish and Functional Hearth Electric fireplace insert with classic styled white wood mantel and surround with black and gold screen in front and tools on the side. https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/buyers-guides/log-holders-and-log-carriers-buying-guide 2025-07-25T12:15:11-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Houston-Shelf-Cinnamon-Bright-Room-White-Brick_d56045de-fe2a-4f77-a4b4-e8a79a976a77.jpg?v=1753463711 Log Holders and Log Carriers Buying Guide Fireplace recessed into a brick bump out with wood beam mantel overhead. https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/buyers-guides/fireplace-tools-buying-guide 2025-07-03T08:27:40-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Country-Living-Pinecrest-Screen-Tools-Lifestyle-Straight-Close-Crop_dfa6acf5-966b-4e04-8bf4-8b2bc19eece6.jpg?v=1751549260 Fireplace Tools Buying Guide: How to Choose the Best Tools for Your Hearth Bump out brick fireplace with black screen and fireplace tools with arm chairs in the foreground. https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/care-maintenance/care-and-maintenance-of-classic-stone-mantels 2024-05-10T10:54:14-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/clairehouzz3_ed89eee6-d977-4d14-bd45-7b881809e997.jpg?v=1634234488 Care and Maintenance of Cast Stone Mantels https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/anatomy-of-a-classic-stone-mantel 2024-04-24T14:15:01-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/clairehouzz3_600ec8aa-5971-4eb1-8af8-ac38d484f800.jpg?v=1634234540 Anatomy of a Classic Stone Mantel https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/what-is-classic-stone 2023-08-23T14:18:49-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/chelsea-new02.jpg?v=1634236338 What is Classic Stone? https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/measuring-instructions/brick-stone-overlap-brick-pocket-ordering-form 2023-08-23T14:25:48-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/pdp-brick-overlap-shape.png?v=1634237618 Brick/Stone Overlap (Brick Pocket) Ordering Form https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/measuring-instructions/shelf-cap-ordering-form 2023-08-23T14:24:20-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/pdp-shelf-cap-shape.png?v=1634238102 Shelf Cap Ordering Form https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/measuring-instructions/l-shape-ordering-form 2023-08-23T14:22:17-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/pdp-l-shape.png?v=1634238470 L Shape Ordering Form https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/measuring-instructions/u-shape-ordering-form 2023-08-23T14:23:06-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/pdp-u-shape.png?v=1634238570 U Shape Ordering Form https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/frequently-asked-questions-stone-mantels 2023-08-23T14:16:07-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Bianca-Venatino-1.jpg?v=1634654356 Frequently Asked Questions: Stone Mantels https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/fireplace-renovation-lessons-from-the-trenches 2023-08-23T14:14:13-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Jen_Project_Finished_Hero.jpg?v=1653407316 Fireplace Renovation: Lessons from the Trenches https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/love-your-fireplace-again-9-modern-fireplace-remodel-ideas 2026-04-02T08:45:15-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Revamp_Neutral_0006e647-a256-48d9-90f0-70a7ea150f78.jpg?v=1775137515 11 Fireplace Mantel Ideas to Transform Your Home (2026 Guide) https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/outdoor-fireplace-vs-firepit 2023-08-23T14:13:25-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Hero.jpg?v=1658504836 Hot Topic: Outdoor Fireplace vs Firepit https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/backyard-firepit-ideas-for-the-ultimate-hangout-space 2023-08-23T14:06:35-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/moderno-5-001_2048x20481.jpg?v=1661281488 Backyard Firepit Ideas for The Ultimate Hangout Space https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/mantel-decor-that-lasts-october-through-december 2023-08-23T14:06:04-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Hero_92b8dbf6-b186-4966-a921-d948d82df4d9.jpg?v=1664205795 Mantel Decor that Lasts October through December https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/making-the-most-of-your-mantel-in-2023-with-these-4-trends 2026-03-05T14:10:38-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/hero_14_2168de0a-ebfd-48b1-a5c6-58175aa9a623.jpg?v=1772741438 Four Favorite Fireplace Mantel Trends of 2026 https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/more-than-just-decor-here-s-why-fireplaces-have-mantels 2023-08-21T11:59:36-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/hero_930b5b88-afb3-4243-ade3-74bc046356c1.jpg?v=1667230139 More Than Just Decor: Here’s Why Fireplaces Have Mantels An electric fireplace with a white mantel https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/news/how-to-measure-for-your-new-fireplace-mantel 2024-04-24T14:10:28-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/hero-standard-Bisbee-Chandler-Shelf-Provincial-Bright-Room-Stucco-Surround-Living-Room-Full-Room.jpg?v=1671569050 How to Measure for a Fireplace Mantel Shelf https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/buyers-guides/the-guide-to-outdoor-electric-fireplaces 2023-08-21T12:01:20-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Hero_28.jpg?v=1674773602 The Guide to Outdoor Fireplaces https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/a-handy-guide-to-the-different-types-of-gas-fireplaces 2023-08-21T12:03:20-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/Grand_Canyon_4-_Cannon_Ball_Set_1.jpg?v=1676989851 A Handy Guide to the Different Types of Gas Fireplaces https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/buyers-guides/things-to-consider-when-shopping-for-a-gas-fireplace 2023-08-21T12:01:58-05:00 weekly 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https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/how-do-gas-fireplaces-work-a-complete-guide 2025-07-28T11:02:52-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/MD_How_Gas_Fireplaces_Work_Blog_Hero_c4e6710a-4e84-41ad-9e1c-cceb5b8b87a6.jpg?v=1753718572 How Do Gas Fireplaces Work? A Complete Guide https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/the-timeless-appeal-of-white-oak-mantels 2025-03-13T09:39:56-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/MD_White_Oak_Mantels_Blog_Hero.jpg?v=1741876796 The Timeless Appeal of White Oak Mantels https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-fireplace-mantels-with-corbels 2025-03-20T06:00:17-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/MD_Corbels_Blog_Hero_fd84d516-9bd8-478b-9253-ddc7ac1c9fa7.jpg?v=1742395550 The Ultimate Guide to Fireplace Mantels with Corbels Dark wood mantel with corbels on a white stone fireplace with large windows flanking the fireplace. https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/news/floating-shelves-the-small-space-solution-you-didn-t-know-you-needed 2025-04-10T09:02:55-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/MD_Floating_Shelves_Blog_Hero.jpg?v=1744293775 Floating Shelves: The Small Space Solution You Didn’t Know You Needed https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/news/11-brilliant-uses-for-floating-shelves 2025-04-25T12:22:53-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/MD_Clever_Uses_for_Floating_Shelves_Blog_Hero.jpg?v=1745601773 11 Brilliant Uses for Floating Shelves Large living room with large windows and a big white fireplace with floating shelves on either side of the bump out fireplace. https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/fireside-blog/modern-fireplace-mantels-inspiring-ideas-for-contemporary-homes 2025-05-08T06:30:01-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/MD_Modern_Fireplace_Mantels_Blog_Hero.jpg?v=1746630846 Modern Fireplace Mantels: Inspiring Ideas for Contemporary Homes Cozy living room in neutral colors with fireplace on a bump out wall with concrete mantel above. https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/mantels-blog/are-gas-fireplaces-safe-tips-for-peace-of-mind 2025-05-22T06:30:02-05:00 weekly https://www.mantelsdirect.com/blogs/news/are-gas-fireplaces-efficient-the-truth-behind-cozy-cost-conscious-heating 2025-06-05T06:00:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0420/2197/8278/articles/MD_Are_Gas_Fireplaces_Efficient_Blog_Hero.jpg?v=1748958757 Are Gas Fireplaces Efficient? 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