fireplace mantels
Chimney surround ledges
Fireplace mantels are the decorative frames surrounding a fireplace, typically including a shelf that projects above the opening.
The mantel shelf traditionally displays photographs, clocks, artwork, or seasonal decorations.
Mantels range from simple wooden shelves to elaborate architectural features with columns and carvings: We hung our stockings from the mantel.
Also spelled mantles.
- mantleCovering or wrap
- shelfHorizontal storage surface
- floating shelfConcealed-bracket wall display
- firesideArea beside the hearth
- marbleRecrystallized limestone rock
ornate · carved · carved wood · wood · stone · surround · clock · stockings · candlesticks · mirror · warmth · cozy · Victorian · Victorian era · decorative · ledge · brick · home
fireplace mantelschimney
Vertical smoke passage
flue · firebox · chimney stack · damper · hearth
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