There are so many ways to build mantels, but so little information out there on them. Especially a traditional build like this with an over mantel. I truly wanted to document this and put it out there to help anyone who wants to build a mantel. While no two mantels are really the same, I feel this video can serve as a general guide to get you started in the right direction. I learned a ton on this job and I am happy to share it with you here. I really hope this helps someone! Here are the chapters below: Intro 0:00 Design & Layout 1:16 Determining Height 2:07 Building Header 2:43 Wrapping Over Mantel to Wall 4:45 Over Mantel Pattern Install 7:10 Stone to Wood Transition 8:00 Installing Moulding Around Firebox 9:22 Making the Mantel Frieze Board 13:16 Frieze Template 14:40 Installing Frieze Board 16:40 Cornice Mockup 16:59 Cornice Installation 17:25 Mantel Shelf Top Install 20:13 Recap/Overview/Details 20:51
Your passion is contagious, man! You and the other guy should sign and date it somewhere - maybe out of sight or even underneath the main mantle top or something? Maybe even a newspaper and a thumb drive with the video on it stuck inside for a future generation.! .
Nice work . Looking great . 1 piece of advice I would give is use tape 3M packing tape for your miters . The spring clamps work great but tape is just as effective and you won’t have holes to fill . Just my 2 cents .
Awesome to see how far you have come over the years. From Pinterest accent walls to true architectural beauties. Keep up the great work and congrats on the journey thus far!
Moulding Nerd trivia- that little strip that acts as a support moulding under the frieze is called a taenia with the architrave underneath. I just knew that my college class on Greek architecture would be useful someday…
Your passion is contagious, man! You and the other guy should sign and date it somewhere - maybe out of sight or even underneath the main mantle top or something? Maybe even a newspaper and a thumb drive with the video on it stuck inside for a future generation
As I said before Richard, you are a master in the making and I am happy I’ve been around to watch your work. That mantel looks amazing and it’s not even finished, can’t wait.
I haven’t watched your videos in a long time, but after following Brent, as well as Passion for Craft it’s led me back to your channel. I can’t get enough! How often does Brent pop in to check your work or does he leave it all up to his PM’s? That’d constantly have me on edge 😂
Holy hell. That is a peice of art. I don't know, Grasshopper, ... I think you're ready to snatch the pebble from Brent's palm. Anyone who've watched TV shows in the mid 70's will get the reference. 😂. Also, the opening drone footage was Top Notch! Kudos to Scott
It's pretty cool that you and Hull got hooked up- it is giving you a whole new dynamic to your trim work. Looking forward to seeing what projects are in the future.
You can tell when a professional relationship is working. Both parties involved benefit. Richard is getting experience and making invaluable contacts. Brent has someone he can put on a job and not have to worry about the outcome.
This house is going to look amazing. Please be sure to get a tour of this home. Would love to see it completed. Thanks for all your videos, really enjoy the content. I've learned a lot.
Just a tip, i bought white mechanical pencils , that fit into my compass, also the drywall compass cutter is amazing for your application you scribe in radius, then trace in with red Sharpie, very visible on MDF, and masonite
Good work brother. A master of his trade always makes it look easy. But it is not easy to be able to accomplish a task like this without the knowledge, skill, and expertise that come with experience. Well done. You’re making us carpenters look good.
Amazing as always. I think the top shelf needs to be twice as thick. It shouldn't be same thickness as your backband. Seems out of proportion. Great documentation of the process!
Amazing. So refreshing to see someone who actually cares about what they’re doing and the quality. Everyone else…step up your game and stop doing everything fast and cheap.
Amazing work Richard. I love to see it all building up to the final reveal, looking forward to the next instalment. Oh, and those intros are getting more and more spectacular.
New type of measure, "1 elbow high" Outstanding precision as always Richard. I'm not a fan of the wood as I've said before, the craftsmanship is another matter, perfection personified.
What a blessing that you get to do that detailed work. It reminds me of homes in the north, northeast. Even the middle class houses had detailed woodwork in them. I miss that here in Texas. Thanks for the work that you do to make these homes with character. 😅
I still watch your older vids, but your video production is awesome. Opening shot with drone footage? Definitely shades of Peter Jackson and the scenes he shot with a helicopter 😆
This came out so good! I especially liked watching the build up of the casing around the fireplace w the back banding. I can tell how hyped you were to share this at the end of the video 🤙🤙
A joy to watch your videos. Always inspiring and I admire your imagination to keep coming up with great ideas and sharing your knowledge. Well done. One Handed Maker - Australia
Wow! I am not a carpenter but a long time watcher of this channel. I am so impressed with this kind of craftsmanship and your obvious enthusiasm and passion for your craft. It's beautiful and I can't imagine how satisfying it is to step back and look at your work! Awesome!
This'll become the real epic build video. The many layers to the build and the voice over is just a winning combination. Great video! Hey btw, does Festool make a wireless track saw?
Looking good! Once you add the lipstick and mascara scroll work it’s going to look phenomenal. Building fireplace surrounds/ mantle brings out our artistic side. Image doing that in the old days by hand…..yelps!
Beautiful work, and I can only imagine how it will look with the final finish. My only thought through the whole buildup was to use glue on every wood surface to surface and think of the nails as clamps until the glue sets.
Amazing build quality. I feel that the width of the mantle freeze should be as wide as the pilasters around the opening so the visual line goes straight up and then the shelf is wider. Also I think the mantle should have been 2” thick. Just my preference.
Congratulation Rich!!!! Havent been in the loop lately and suddenly youre doing design work on a top tier build. Missed this one. Are you selling the old gear or are you training another helper for your old gear?
Richard , beautiful design what are the measurements of the brick work on the sides and top before your trim starts , them proportions look good, thanks
There are so many ways to build mantels, but so little information out there on them. Especially a traditional build like this with an over mantel. I truly wanted to document this and put it out there to help anyone who wants to build a mantel. While no two mantels are really the same, I feel this video can serve as a general guide to get you started in the right direction. I learned a ton on this job and I am happy to share it with you here. I really hope this helps someone! Here are the chapters below:
Intro 0:00
Design & Layout 1:16
Determining Height 2:07
Building Header 2:43
Wrapping Over Mantel to Wall 4:45
Over Mantel Pattern Install 7:10
Stone to Wood Transition 8:00
Installing Moulding Around Firebox 9:22
Making the Mantel Frieze Board 13:16
Frieze Template 14:40
Installing Frieze Board 16:40
Cornice Mockup 16:59
Cornice Installation 17:25
Mantel Shelf Top Install 20:13
Recap/Overview/Details 20:51
Your passion is contagious, man!
You and the other guy should sign and date it somewhere - maybe out of sight or even underneath the main mantle top or something?
Maybe even a newspaper and a thumb drive with the video on it stuck inside for a future generation.!
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Nice work . Looking great . 1 piece of advice I would give is use tape 3M packing tape for your miters . The spring clamps work great but tape is just as effective and you won’t have holes to fill . Just my 2 cents .
Thank you, Richard!
Awesome to see how far you have come over the years. From Pinterest accent walls to true architectural beauties. Keep up the great work and congrats on the journey thus far!
Outstanding 👍👍👍🇬🇧
Moulding Nerd trivia- that little strip that acts as a support moulding under the frieze is called a taenia with the architrave underneath. I just knew that my college class on Greek architecture would be useful someday…
You can also get taenia at the hot dog stand
All the layers, all the lines,... That is a work of art you do not see recreated in houses anymore. Very nice
Thank you!
Great Vid! Ran into you at the store today. Didn’t want to take up to much of your time.
Your passion is contagious, man!
You and the other guy should sign and date it somewhere - maybe out of sight or even underneath the main mantle top or something?
Maybe even a newspaper and a thumb drive with the video on it stuck inside for a future generation
A 'Master' in the making you are!
My 5 year old asked if we could fly to Texas to meet you!
We’re both excited to see the mantle complete!
As I said before Richard, you are a master in the making and I am happy I’ve been around to watch your work. That mantel looks amazing and it’s not even finished, can’t wait.
I haven’t watched your videos in a long time, but after following Brent, as well as Passion for Craft it’s led me back to your channel. I can’t get enough! How often does Brent pop in to check your work or does he leave it all up to his PM’s? That’d constantly have me on edge 😂
Holy hell. That is a peice of art. I don't know, Grasshopper, ... I think you're ready to snatch the pebble from Brent's palm. Anyone who've watched TV shows in the mid 70's will get the reference. 😂. Also, the opening drone footage was Top Notch! Kudos to Scott
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It's pretty cool that you and Hull got hooked up- it is giving you a whole new dynamic to your trim work. Looking forward to seeing what projects are in the future.
You can tell when a professional relationship is working. Both parties involved benefit. Richard is getting experience and making invaluable contacts. Brent has someone he can put on a job and not have to worry about the outcome.
Amazing work. Thanks for letting us be part of your projects and keep learning from your work. 😊
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Richard your truly the iceman so cool, I have so much fun watching you have fun. Can't wait for the next episode.
You do such fine work. Been watching you for years. It’s relieving to know that someone else values the details to such a high degree.
Your attention to detail is phenomenal, have to be one of the best
Beautiful work, your technique videos + Brent’s history and design videos are amazing
I love how that drip edge actually acts as a larger shadow line. It makes it look like the upper mantle is floating. Very cool
This house is going to look amazing. Please be sure to get a tour of this home. Would love to see it completed. Thanks for all your videos, really enjoy the content. I've learned a lot.
Will do! Thank you!
Great Job. Love the use of mock-ups to confirm proportions and locate measurements.
Just a tip, i bought white mechanical pencils , that fit into my compass, also the drywall compass cutter is amazing for your application you scribe in radius, then trace in with red Sharpie, very visible on MDF, and masonite
Good work brother. A master of his trade always makes it look easy. But it is not easy to be able to accomplish a task like this without the knowledge, skill, and expertise that come with experience. Well done. You’re making us carpenters look good.
I appreciate that !
I appreciate that !
…drone effects!?…COOOOOL!…
Enjoyed the video Richard. You did an awesome job on the mantel. Looking forward to the carvings and your finish work. Take care and God bless.
I appreciate that!
You AND Lord Huron? And I thought you couldn't get any better bro. Well played.
You are so incredibly talented! and your detailed instructions are inspirational! Bravo!
This latino brother is such a good joiner, arguably the best I seen.
you are in the top 3 trimmers on youtube that i consider to be the best and most articulate----keep the great stuff coming thanx rick
I must ask: Who are the other two? Thanks!
Thank you! That entire build video was epic and it just looks stunning. Bravo!
Since I started watching your videos, your vocabulary has changed, as well as your craftsmanship. Congratulations!
Amazing as always. I think the top shelf needs to be twice as thick. It shouldn't be same thickness as your backband. Seems out of proportion. Great documentation of the process!
We so enjoy seeing your excitement over your craft. And your narration was excellent. Beautiful work once again.
Gorgeous. I love millwork. Well done amigo!
The elevation looks awesome-very well executed. And, the videography, editing and sound keeps getting better!
Thanks a ton!
You are an artist, an inspiration and with being very modest also very likeable. Always looking forward to watching your new uploads
Beautiful work Richard, you should be proud! (Can't believe you've strayed to the green side.)
Hey Richard 👋
missing your videos Bud.
I really enjoyed this episode so I watched it again a month later. Waiting on your next episode
You've crossed the line from carpenter to craftsman. Congrats.
Amazing. So refreshing to see someone who actually cares about what they’re doing and the quality. Everyone else…step up your game and stop doing everything fast and cheap.
Awesome intro editing with the music and the drone footage!
Amazing work Richard. I love to see it all building up to the final reveal, looking forward to the next instalment. Oh, and those intros are getting more and more spectacular.
This video, with one of my favorite Lord Huron songs playing in the background
Modern homes have really put a gap in the market for these types of finishes... this was nicely done. I'm saving this video to do in my bedroom...
New type of measure, "1 elbow high" Outstanding precision as always Richard. I'm not a fan of the wood as I've said before, the craftsmanship is another matter, perfection personified.
Looks good Richard. Love your work.
Thank you!
Simply stunning. Less like carpentry more like art.
Sick looking house Richard. Your work here is again epic. 😎👍
This is perfect timing because building a mantel is my next project. 😊
Your attention to detail, foresight, and patience is amazing. lol great work!
Cool video. I like that you used lord Huron for the music
Looks awesome! fun stuff! That house is getting done so fast!
What a blessing that you get to do that detailed work. It reminds me of homes in the north, northeast. Even the middle class houses had detailed woodwork in them. I miss that here in Texas. Thanks for the work that you do to make these homes with character. 😅
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I still watch your older vids, but your video production is awesome. Opening shot with drone footage? Definitely shades of Peter Jackson and the scenes he shot with a helicopter 😆
This came out so good! I especially liked watching the build up of the casing around the fireplace w the back banding. I can tell how hyped you were to share this at the end of the video 🤙🤙
Absolutely beautiful. Take a bow as you did an amazing job. Can’t wait to see the finished product.
You're.... just great Man! Loved it
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Looks good, I wish we could see it again in 2 to 5 years after it is finished to see how it ages.
Geez what a beautiful place, always fun to watch you work!!
I can watch you create stuff like this all day. Beautiful work!
You've come a long way. Well done!
You might enjoy taking a mansion tour in Newport, Rhode Island. We were in Breakers and the trim in that place is bonkers.
Amazing job Rich! Can't wait to see the next video. Cheers.
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You’re such a gifted craftsman
Can't wait to see it done I'm excited for you. You're definitely stepping up your level of craft. Well done!
Thanks for the full build episode! such a blast to watch!
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A joy to watch your videos.
Always inspiring and I admire your imagination to keep coming up with great ideas and sharing your knowledge.
Well done.
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Wow! I am not a carpenter but a long time watcher of this channel. I am so impressed with this kind of craftsmanship and your obvious enthusiasm and passion for your craft. It's beautiful and I can't imagine how satisfying it is to step back and look at your work! Awesome!
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It has been a joy watching you develop your craft, thank you
You're a freakin master Richard!! And... still learning too. Hoping all is well Bud, Dirty Jersey out!!
Man this looks amazing! True craftsmanship at its finest!
Another great intro, Rich!
Well done. Love the intricate simplicity
This'll become the real epic build video. The many layers to the build and the voice over is just a winning combination. Great video!
Hey btw, does Festool make a wireless track saw?
Yes they make a couple of them. I have the Hkc 55
Outstanding work!!!! You taught me alot!
Looking good! Once you add the lipstick and mascara scroll work it’s going to look phenomenal. Building fireplace surrounds/ mantle brings out our artistic side. Image doing that in the old days by hand…..yelps!
Truly a wonder doing it in the old days! Often much more ornate than the one in this video too!
Amazing work!!! Totally enjoyed the video!!
Magnificent, Richard!
Looks fantastic, good work
I was hoping for a new video and you delivered! This house is epic and it is great to see you grow as a craftsman! Artistry at the best.
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Beautiful work, and I can only imagine how it will look with the final finish. My only thought through the whole buildup was to use glue on every wood surface to surface and think of the nails as clamps until the glue sets.
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Always a pleasure to watch your work . By the way , Mafell kit is the best going hands down . Keep up the good work
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Nice work dude
👏 Very inspiring. Tnx for sharing.
Amazing!
Being an over achiever is a curse I know, slick work👍
Looks so great man!
Nice as always
It's GREAT this complete project at this future home I've noticed has AWAKEN your passion 🤗
Counting the video before the break on that milwaukee miter saw goes out.
Amazing build quality. I feel that the width of the mantle freeze should be as wide as the pilasters around the opening so the visual line goes straight up and then the shelf is wider. Also I think the mantle should have been 2” thick. Just my preference.
Man, that looks great!
Congratulation Rich!!!! Havent been in the loop lately and suddenly youre doing design work on a top tier build. Missed this one.
Are you selling the old gear or are you training another helper for your old gear?
Richard , beautiful design what are the measurements of the brick work on the sides and top before your trim starts , them proportions look good, thanks
👍Beautifully done 👍
Beautiful work.
Awesome work! Review on the Milwaukee cordless saw!
Thank you! My review is it’s a decent saw but definitely not the best. It acts up sometimes. But it gets the job done.
Since the first video you did with the cypress I was wondering if you should’ve painted the wall black to hide the white peeking through.
It looks fantastic!
You can buy white pencils to use on dark material. Will save you time and money
It's turning out to be awesome