At 1:45 your thoughts on appearance is a good point. The miter cut is the way to go for aesthetics. What was your approach for measuring for the end caps? This type of joinery is new for me.
I really just took the depth measurement from the front to the back, and then the height from the exterior of the top to the exterior of the bottom. Then I cut the end caps at 45° on the three sides.I would have done a couple of things different if I did this project again. I've done a couple of other floating shells with different methods with different levels of success.
The stain color ended up being a mix of 1 to 3 stains. The first stain was not dark enough, so I mixed it with darker stains until I got the cookies I was looking for. I'm sorry, I don't remember the stain color.
It's 3 1/2 in high ( 1 by 4). I used maple for the cool grain pattern and ease of staining, but I wasn't paying attention when selecting the wood. The grain pattern in front looks a little like oak. I think I'd probably try aspen the next time. Good luck with your project!
This fireplace is framed with non-combustible materials infront of an exhisting block/wall. The bottom of the fireplace exterior has fiber board (non-combustsible). Up at the top, the rest of the exterior is made of wood (combustible, but high enough to meet the specifications of the manufacturer). I followed the provided directions with the gas fireplace. They were very specific where combustible materials could be placed, even the hight versus width of the mantel. Thanks for watching! You can see the video of making the fireplace here ruclips.net/video/YwMEWy5eSpI/видео.html
Nope. I didn't know how a finish wood handle the heat from the fireplace. No problems with just the stain and heat at all. I like the dulll look for this project.
1 X 4 for the front and sides, 6 ft. length served my purposes. For the top and bottom I used a 1 X 8 and trimmed it down to 7 in. wide to meet the requirements for the gas insert below. I was going for a less-beefy looking mantel. It was quite a rewarding project. If you try it, best wishes!
@@figuringitout9956 Thank you for the reply. Just finishing up the electric fireplace wall adding shiplap and will be building the mantle with similar dimensions as yours.
You are the only viewer so far who caught that possible fire hazard. We ended up not hanging stockings on that mantle. Now that you say it, I wonder if any stockings should be hung over sent active fireplace? Cheers!
You can find it at Home Depot or Lowes. It is a Delta Miter Saw Stand. I love it. One of those purchases I should have made like 20 years ago. low.es/3oEo9iJ (Bitly shortened)
You know buddy you would be better off using your fingers there on the table saw than that plain old stick you used as a push block. Now that was scary.
Thanks for the comment. Please elaborate, I'm always up for safety tips. Is this because a scrap piece of wood has a higher chance of slipping than a legitimate push stick?
@figuringitout9956 Seeing OP didn't reply, the reason you shouldn't use a stick like that is simply a lack of grip. The chance of slipping on the wood or in you hand is much higher. There is also less pressure transferred to the workplace which makes it more dangerous.
Cool video shout-out from Corona, Queens
At 1:45 your thoughts on appearance is a good point. The miter cut is the way to go for aesthetics. What was your approach for measuring for the end caps? This type of joinery is new for me.
I really just took the depth measurement from the front to the back, and then the height from the exterior of the top to the exterior of the bottom. Then I cut the end caps at 45° on the three sides.I would have done a couple of things different if I did this project again. I've done a couple of other floating shells with different methods with different levels of success.
Bruh the Beggining of the video 😂
Good job..
Thank you, appreciate that.
i try to yake a picture of you can of stain was too far i like the color do you know what kind color
The stain color ended up being a mix of 1 to 3 stains. The first stain was not dark enough, so I mixed it with darker stains until I got the cookies I was looking for. I'm sorry, I don't remember the stain color.
How did you determine the length of your mantle?
Yikes, great question. It was really just my preference. Wider than the fireplace but not so wide it dwarfs the fireplace.
Nice video Andy! You make it look like you know what you are doing, what's the secret?
Bwah ha ha! I use a stunt double.
Great video!! May I ask what is the depth of the Matel?
Thank you. The depth is 7 inches.
It’s incredible that this has over 5,740 views! Great video as always!
8.5 now! Wowza!
What is the height of the wood mantle itself; 4inches? Also did you use maple?
It's 3 1/2 in high ( 1 by 4). I used maple for the cool grain pattern and ease of staining, but I wasn't paying attention when selecting the wood. The grain pattern in front looks a little like oak. I think I'd probably try aspen the next time. Good luck with your project!
Is the front where you put the mantel made of wood? Is that not a fire hazard?
Or do you have a concrete wall behind that? Thanks!
This fireplace is framed with non-combustible materials infront of an exhisting block/wall. The bottom of the fireplace exterior has fiber board (non-combustsible). Up at the top, the rest of the exterior is made of wood (combustible, but high enough to meet the specifications of the manufacturer). I followed the provided directions with the gas fireplace. They were very specific where combustible materials could be placed, even the hight versus width of the mantel. Thanks for watching! You can see the video of making the fireplace here ruclips.net/video/YwMEWy5eSpI/видео.html
What was the cost of this project?
U didn’t apply any kind of finish ??
Nope. I didn't know how a finish wood handle the heat from the fireplace. No problems with just the stain and heat at all. I like the dulll look for this project.
Better jeans?
What size wood did you use for the mantle?
1 X 4 for the front and sides, 6 ft. length served my purposes. For the top and bottom I used a 1 X 8 and trimmed it down to 7 in. wide to meet the requirements for the gas insert below. I was going for a less-beefy looking mantel. It was quite a rewarding project. If you try it, best wishes!
@@figuringitout9956 Thank you for the reply. Just finishing up the electric fireplace wall adding shiplap and will be building the mantle with similar dimensions as yours.
Aren't the socks in danger, so close to the fire? 😨
You are the only viewer so far who caught that possible fire hazard. We ended up not hanging stockings on that mantle. Now that you say it, I wonder if any stockings should be hung over sent active fireplace? Cheers!
Woodglut plans are awesome!
Where can I purchase the portable table that carries your miter saw
You can find it at Home Depot or Lowes. It is a Delta Miter Saw Stand. I love it. One of those purchases I should have made like 20 years ago. low.es/3oEo9iJ (Bitly shortened)
I followed this and my house burnt down :(
And the house burns down because of the socks 😂
Please don’t ever use gloves when operating a saw.
You know buddy you would be better off using your fingers there on the table saw than that plain old stick you used as a push block. Now that was scary.
Thanks for the comment. Please elaborate, I'm always up for safety tips. Is this because a scrap piece of wood has a higher chance of slipping than a legitimate push stick?
@figuringitout9956 Seeing OP didn't reply, the reason you shouldn't use a stick like that is simply a lack of grip. The chance of slipping on the wood or in you hand is much higher. There is also less pressure transferred to the workplace which makes it more dangerous.
So many questions un answered, off center explanations with no walk through information given.
I did it myself. I used Woodprix woodworking plans for this.
Way to go!
@@figuringitout9956 👍👍👍
I did it with woodglut woodworking plans.