Some make it just larger that the firebox.
Does a fireplace need a mantle.
Some folks like the mantel to go from one end of the wall to the other.
If you have room maybe.
Add an inch to the distance for every inch that the.
Well most people i know really only have the mantle to put things on.
The highest i have ever seen is 59 but most fireplace mantels range between 52 57 for an eight foot ceiling.
Most codes specify mantel distance from the firebox itself.
Here we have fireplace mantel ideas to help you design yours.
There are many ways to design a mantel.
This is the most contentious part of sizing a mantel.
A safe route is to make it 12 longer than the fireplace box.
In addition if the side panels of your mantel project more than 1 1 2 inches from the fireplace facing you will need additional clearance equal to this projection.
The term has evolved to include the decorative framework around the fireplace and can include elaborate designs extending to the ceiling.
A fireplace must have a good mantel to look good.
If the fireplace does not look like it s missing a mantle there is no need to replace it even at resale.
Masonry built fireplaces all combustible mantel surrounds and shelves must be kept at least 12 inches from the opening of your fireplace top and sides.
First of all yes 63 tall for a fireplace mantel in a room with an eight foot ceiling is a little high.
Mantels can be made from scratch purchased new or even saved from another construction.
For these reasons among others most fireplaces will need to have some non combustible materials surrounding the front of a fireplace between the fireplace and any combustible mantel and in the case of all wood burning fireplaces also on the floor in front of the fireplace extending to each side as well.
The thing is the mantel height is not going to change that much in room with a higher ceiling either.
If your existing fireplace has a gorgeous mantle there s no reason you have to get rid of it in this room.