Choose your mantel shelf based on four factors: the width of your fireplace opening, your room's style (rustic, farmhouse, modern, or traditional), the wood finish that matches your existing trim...
barn doors save floor space by sliding along the wall instead of swinging open, making them ideal for tight hallways, small bathrooms, and closets. They also add a bold design...
A mantel shelf should be wider than your fireplace opening by 3 to 6 inches on each side. For a standard 36-inch fireplace opening, a 42 to 48-inch mantel shelf...
