24 Questions &
28 Answers
Andrea F.
from Waco, TX asked:
January 28, 2023
Are corbels available with this model?
1 Answer
No, there are no corbels available for this particular mantel shelf.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on January 30, 2023
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MaryEllen
from St Paul, MN asked:
October 10, 2021
Can I attach a mantel to my stone fireplace?
1 Answer
Yes, but you will need to supply your own masonry anchors.Â
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 11, 2021
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Linda
from Seneca, SC asked:
January 11, 2021
How much does this 72" mantel weigh?
1 Answer
The 72" shelf has a listed weight of 49 lbs.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on January 12, 2021
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Tim
from Pittsburgh, PA asked:
November 9, 2020
Is this mantle made of wood or MDF? What type of wood? Would it be appropriate for an outdoor application under a covered roof?
1 Answer
This mantel is constructed with pine wood. We cannot recommend installation outdoors, as this is intended to be an indoor mantel.Â
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 10, 2020
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Jerry H
from Auburn, AL asked:
August 11, 2020
Please show mounting details.
1 Answer
You can find the installation instructions
here. Â
Submitted by:
Aaron D.
on August 12, 2020
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Karen
from Ohio asked:
June 18, 2020
Can this be trimmed 2 inches?
1 Answer
No, the dimensions of our Pearl Mantels cannot be modified.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on June 18, 2020
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Connie F.
from Georgia asked:
March 15, 2020
The photo looks a little shiny so is the unfinished mantel covered with a clear stain?
1 Answer
It comes in both unfinished and rustic distressed (shown).
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Owen O.
on March 16, 2020
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Asif
from Ontario, CAN asked:
December 24, 2019
I want to expand the width of my pearl mental. Do you have a solution for that?
1 Answer
No, we have nothing that would expand your current mantel, sorry.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on December 24, 2019
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Martin
from Burbank, IL asked:
December 2, 2019
Is that a solid piece or a box?
1 Answer
The mantel is hollow, which is generally the case as this open space is required for the mantel to be suspended from the wall cleat.Â
Submitted by:
Will M.
on December 3, 2019
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Martin
from Hudsonville, MI asked:
February 10, 2018
Can this image, which is shown below, be custom made to 100.75"? If so, how much would it be?
1 Answer
Unfortunately, Pearl Mantels does not offer custom sizing on their products.
Submitted by:
Brennan W. W.
on February 12, 2018
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Nancy
from TX asked:
August 17, 2017
If I get this unfinished and want to stain it myself, will it still come distressed? Or, is that only an option when choosing the stained version?
1 Answer
To get the distressed look, you would have to order it pre-stained.
Submitted by:
Owen
on August 17, 2017
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Dennis
from PA asked:
August 12, 2017
Can this fit over an existing mantel that is 7 inches deep, 3 inches high, 68 inches long, and already anchored into a brick fireplace?
1 Answer
The shelf may not be installed in this fashion. The mantel shelf will arrive with a mounting cleat that could be placed over your shelf, but the mantel shelf could not be hung from the cleat with an existing 3" tall shelf already in place.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on August 14, 2017
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Nancy
from TX asked:
June 15, 2017
What kind of wood is used to construct this product?
1 Answer
That mantel is made from Pine.
Submitted by:
Owen
on June 15, 2017
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Quinn
from Bryan, TX asked:
May 21, 2017
Any idea how much weight this can support if properly installed?
1 Answer
Per the manufacturer, the weight limit is 50 pounds.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on May 23, 2017
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Jo Ellen
from Fallbrook, CA asked:
May 15, 2017
I love this mantel, but I need a 6 inch or 5 inch tall piece of wood. 8 inches takes up too much space. Do you have this 496 Lexington in a 6 inch tall piece?
1 Answer
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Will M.
on May 16, 2017
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Sonya
from Lanham, MD asked:
March 31, 2017
Is the mantle easy to hang even on a stone wall?
1 Answer
You could create a flat, even surface by using a product like
Rutland Castable Refractory Fireplace Cement - 12.5 Pound Tub. If not, you will likely need to use shims when installing it so that it will project evenly from the stone. In order to mount the wall cleat, you will need a masonry bit and a hammer drill to install anchors into the masonry. Once this is complete, you can mount the mantel as you would normally.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on March 31, 2017
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Sue
from CA asked:
March 13, 2017
Is the bottom of the shelf open or enclosed?
1 Answer
The bottom of the mantel is indeed enclosed.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on March 14, 2017
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Robert
from Los Altos, CA asked:
June 14, 2016
What other colors does this mantel come in? Where can I see them?
1 Answer
This mantel is available in Medium Rustic Distressed or Unifinished.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on June 15, 2016
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Heidi
from CA asked:
May 20, 2016
Is this real wood or faux wood?
1 Answer
This mantel shelf is constructed of pine.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on May 23, 2016
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Stephany
from Syracuse, NY asked:
July 2, 2015
Can this Pearl Mantels 496 Lexington wooden fireplace mantel be attached to a stone fireplace?
3 Answers
If the stones are uneven, you will likely need to use shims when installing it so that it will project evenly from the stone. In order to mount the wall cleat, you will need a masonry bit and a hammer drill to install anchors into the masonry. Once this is complete, you can mount the mantel as you would normally.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on July 3, 2015
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Yes it can. You have to drill the mounting holes with the proper drill bit, but it is easy to mount. Since stone is not even, you may want to consider sealing it.
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Mark
on July 3, 2015
from Austin, Tx
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Yes. We have attached to our stone wall
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raj
on July 3, 2015
from KY
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Mary
from San Diego, CA asked:
January 26, 2015
Is the back of this mantel solid or hollow?
3 Answers
This mantel is a hollow boxed design to save on weight and make installation easier.
Submitted by:
Chris C.
on January 27, 2015
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The back of the mantel is hollow for easy mounting. It is a very solid mantel.
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Michael
on January 27, 2015
from Mason, OH
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Hollow.
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Scott
on January 27, 2015
from Staunton, VA
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Kevin
from Tracy, CA asked:
October 30, 2014
How much does this mantel weigh? What type of wood is it made out of? What is the expected amount of time that it will take to install this shelf?
1 Answer
This item weighs 49 pounds and is manufactured from distressed pine. Installation on average will take under an hour.
Submitted by:
eFireplaceStore
on October 31, 2014
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Lori
from Los Lunas, NM asked:
October 30, 2013
Does the unfinished and Natural Rustic Distressed look the same with the exception of a clear coat on them?
1 Answer
The unfinished product does indeed look very much the same as the finished model. The finished will only have undergone some additional sanding and the application of the urethane coating.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 30, 2013
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Matt
from San Diego, CA asked:
October 28, 2013
Do you offer this in a dark finish?
1 Answer
No, this mantel is only available in the color shown.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Certified Specialist
on October 28, 2013
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