The mantel is an ideal spot for seasonal decorating, as it's often in a central, easy-to-see location and has a built in shelf that's perfect for arranging seasonal vignettes. Use the style of the ...

A home’s fireplace is a hot spot. A natural focal point of any room, a fireplace is a space around which families can chill out. “A roaring fire in a room draws people together,” says Chris Muller, ...

In this video, I transform my DIY fireplace wall with a floating shelf mantel, perfect for the holiday season, completed in just one weekend. MATERIALS + TOOLS: Detailed instructions on materials and ...

The holidays have come and gone. Yet winter lingers, and we in the Pacific Northwest are left with several more months of cold rain, early sunsets and gray days. To lift your spirits and escape the ...

That's why we've tapped a few design pros to share the common holiday mantel decorating mistakes to avoid at all costs—think overlooking a color palette, ignoring proportions, and overcrowding the ...

Arranging an attractive, eye-catching fireplace mantel isn’t as easy as it may look. In fact, if my own personal experience is any indication, achieving the right mix of balance and beauty requires ...