How To Hang A Mantle On A Wall

Tim carter demonstrates how to use a hidden french cleat to attach a gorgeous fireplace mantel to a wall.

How to hang a mantle on a wall.

Measure carefully and drill corresponding holes for the wood mantel. Place a level on the. This will serve as a guide when you attach the mantel to. With the help of another person set the mantel on the wall centered around the firebox.

For a mantel shelf you will probably have 3 studs the easiest way to find a wall stud is to use a stud finder which can be purchased from a local home improvement store. Hold the mantle up against the wall where you intend to install it. Because of the weight you may need someone. Push the wooden mantel carefully into place using wood glue for extra support.

Secure the mantel using the hardware provided or recommended by the manufacturer. Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height. Hold the mantel above the fireplace at the height you wish to mount it at least 6 inches away from the firebox. The mantel needs to anchor to the studs in the wall above the fireplace.

Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace. Assemble the mantle if it does not come pre assembled. For best support drive them all. Learn this clever way to attach the mantel to the wall without using screws or nails.

Locate the studs in the wall. Hold your mantel shelf roughly where you think you wish to mount it. Many mantles will simply require you to attach the legs. Caulk the seam and allow time to dry before using.

Use your pencil to make marks at the corners and where the screws should be so that you will have an easier time properly placing the mantel later. How to install a heavy slab floating mantel. How to mount a mantle to sheetrock step 1. Drive 1 2 or 3 4 inch rebar rods or lag screws into pilot holes drilled into the studs.

Turn the mantel face down and measure the distance from the mantel s top edge to the gap in the. When you hang a mantel you want to make sure that you hang the object on the studs. Add support by drilling holes for lag shields then install lag bolts into the brick. The solution is a french cleat.

Place marks on the grout line every 16. Make sure those marks are level centered and extend far enough to cover the mantel s length. In most houses studs are spaced 16 apart. Play with the fit until you get it level.

Once it s level trace around the outline with a pencil.