Rustic Fireplace Mantle Made From Reclaimed Cedar Lumber
This rustic fireplace mantle was made to finish an existing brick fireplace. The client had purchased several reclaimed large cedar planks from an old barn. They found a photo of an old lodge that had a large rough sawn mantle with side columns. After collaborating with the clients we came up with a design and budget. The resulting fireplace mantle was made from a agreed upon design and drawing. To build this fireplace mantle I had to plane down the lumber and then glue together three planks to make the large log like pieces I needed. It get the wood to look more like an old log I then distress the wood with the edge of my chain saw (scary). The result were fantastic. The side columns were cut using a large band saw and left un-sanded. I then added a square peg into the sides, to added a mission style look to the project. For the finish, I stain the wood using the same color stain to match existing stain trim. The client response to the finished project was "Scott ! you hit a home run on this mantle, its exactly what I wanted" The price for this listing is only for the stained mantle and side legs. If you want this design, I would create a drawing for your fireplace and then build your project. The mantle would be delivered to you in three sections, that you could screw together from the back side.
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For over 30 years, I have built custom furniture for customers, friends and family. I take pride in each and every one of my woodworking projects. I use both traditional joinery methods and modern techniques in the construction of my pieces, which allows me to tailor the features I design for my clients. I always offer premium material and finish choices for each project, so my customers can match their existing decor or select a striking contrast.
I focus on the Craftsman and Arts and Crafts styles but have experience with Shaker, modern, and many other aesthetics.
My custom home remodeling business has afforded me unique opportunities to build custom furniture for my client's homes. In addition to designing and creating sets of cabinets for particular spaces, I have built fireplace mantles, corner seating, entertainment centers, custom mirrors, and outdoor furniture.
Some of the other Custom Projects I have built include:
Grandfather and mantle clocks
Musical instruments
Mantle Clocks
Jewelry Boxes
High Chairs
End Tables
Wooden Children's toys
Speakers
Entertainment centers
As a one man shop, my design process starts with the concept for the piece I am planning. I create sketches, drawings, and 3D models to capture the details of the design. On contract projects, I meet with the customer to make sure that they are seeing the features that make sense to them. Next, I select the raw material, usually starting with raw lumber. Then I begin the construction of the piece. After the assembly is complete, I finish the work to match the customer's wishes.
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