Through my research i found that there are several ways to install reclaimed barn beams as mantels.
Diy barn beam mantel.
Glue and nail the boards in place.
We don t have the tools to make the angle cuts for french cleats.
This step is easiest done with two people so grab a helper if you can find.
Mantel brackets rod system we chose to go with a mantel bracket for a few reasons.
2 x 4 x 8.
In this case i am building a mantel for above my wood stove.
We started by pre drilling the screw holes for the shelf support.
Materials needed to hang mantel on brick.
Chain saw if needed to shorten crow bar.
You can use a table saw or a chop saw to make 45.
4 lag bolts these are the ones i used 6 lag bolts these are the ones i used step 1 power wash the beam and let it sit in the sun to dry out.
In this video i demonstrate how i make rustic barn wood beams out of cheap 1x6 pine boards.
Cut 45 miter cuts at each end on two of your 1x8x6 boards.
Supplies needed to build a barn beam mantel.
Installing a barn beam mantel.