At Funky Chunky Furniture, we’ve made sure that it is simple and straight-forward to install our oak and pine mantels so that you can easily achieve a look that is perfect for your home.
It’s a job you can do with just one person, however for larger mantels such as ones from our Oak Mantel Collection we would recommend another pair of hands!
Follow our simple step-by-step guide to installing your oak and pine mantels at home.
Watch along with Jordan, our workshop supervisor, to see how to install our mantel shelves onto a solid brick wall.
What Will I Need to Install Oak & Pine Mantels?
Before you start the installation process, gather these handy tools to help you with the job, you will need:
- Drill
- Spirit Level
- Pencil
- Tape Measure
- Hammer
Within your mantel packaging, you will find the steel screws and wall plugs necessary to install your new oak and pine mantels at home.
Step-By-Step Guide: How to Install Oak and Pine Mantels
Step 1
First, you need to decide where the mantel is going. Use a spirit level and your pencil to draw a level line on the wall in your decided spot, no bigger than the mantel you're fitting.
Step 2
Mark where the centre point is on the wall and then measure the distance between fixing points on the back of the mantel. Our advice is to jot down the measurements as you go to refer back to!
Step 3
Transfer these measurements onto the wall, and make where the fixing holes need to be. Precision is key at this stage!
Step 4
Drill the holes, and put in the universal wall plugs, making sure to hammer them flush with the wall.
Step 5
Next, screw in the screws, making sure to leave the heads sticking out enough to install the mantel.
Step 6
Lasty, simply install the mantel on to the fixings. Make sure to step back and admire your handy work!
For more information about fitting your mantel, please refer to the instructions sent with your mantel or visit our website.
Looking for inspo on how to style your new mantel? Take a look at our Mantel Makeovers or style blog.
