Slide into place admire and enjoy.
How to mount mantel tom uneven wall.
Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height.
Learn step by step instructions how to install a rustica hardware fireplace mantel today with kate and paul.
Test fit the mantel to make sure the holes have been properly drilled.
Once the mantel was hung i seriously couldn t believe how different the fireplace looked.
I used some scrap pieces to keep the bottom level with the mantel and attached it with wood glue and 1 1 4 pocket hole screws.
Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace.
You should use drywall screws in conjunction with the adhesive for the strongest bond.
Optionally if a good surface exists apply glue onto the wall and the back of the mantel.
Most mantels are placed about 60 above the floor.
To attach the corbel i applied a wood glue to the top of the corbel and drove several 3 wood screws from the pocket hole side of the 1 8 into the corbels.
I will share soon how i disguised the old mantel slab gap.
Brackets will need to be screwed in but mounting boards can be attached to the wall with a construction grade adhesive.
The existing mantel was 3 feet wide and went to the outside fireplace wall so we couldn t remove it as it would have destroyed the integrity of the stone wall.
Drill corresponding hole into the back of the mantel.
Make sure those marks are level centered and extend far enough to cover the mantel s length.