Rustic Mantels - They’re Not Just for Country DecorDuring a visit to Chagrin Falls, a charming town in Ohio last weekend, I saw a wonderful old fireplace in a gift shop called the Bleu Cottage. The building was a stage coach stop in the 1800’s and even has the original bar. The mantel on the fireplace was made from an old barn rafter from the 1850’s. The wood was a beautiful black walnut which had a worn, rustic look. The contrast of the darker wood against the lighter painted rock of the fireplace caused the mantel to stand out as a focal point.
There are various choices in wood and style if you’re looking for a rustic mantel. Common woods are mahogany, basswood, pine, oak, walnut, and butternut. Rustic mantels can be made with a carved or natural face. Pine beams can be “hewned” which creates smooth little digs in the wood. You might want to stain a mantel to complement your hardwood floor or cabinets. A touch of rustic wood can add a natural, earthy feel to almost any décor, even if your style is traditional or formal. Whether you find a rustic mantel online or make one yourself from reclaimed wood, it is sure to add interest and beauty to your fireplace.
There are various choices in wood and style if you’re looking for a rustic mantel. Common woods are mahogany, basswood, pine, oak, walnut, and butternut. Rustic mantels can be made with a carved or natural face. Pine beams can be “hewned” which creates smooth little digs in the wood. You might want to stain a mantel to complement your hardwood floor or cabinets. A touch of rustic wood can add a natural, earthy feel to almost any décor, even if your style is traditional or formal. Whether you find a rustic mantel online or make one yourself from reclaimed wood, it is sure to add interest and beauty to your fireplace.
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