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By: Tanya Klein on Mon Aug 25, 2008

Fireplace mantels are one of the most intriguing aspects of any fireplace. It is what gives it the overall feel and makes the room cozier so the design is vital. It does not matter what you want to put there it must be large enough to hold everything. You want it to be made of a material that is durable, beautiful and long lasting.

There are several materials that fireplace mantels can be made from.

• Several types of wood
• Marble
• Rock slabs
• Iron

The materials that are used for fireplace mantels will depend on the color and type of design that you want. This can make or break the room’s entire décor if you make the wrong choice. The entire appearance has to be taken into consideration when you are determining the type of mantle and its appearance with the rest of the room.

When you are seeking to have custom-made fireplace mantels, you are going to run into a great deal of expense. Of course, there are kits that allow you to construct one with shelving and designs as well to reduce the costs involved. If you want to keep the budget even lower, you get them made from fiberboard rather cheaply. The costs for wood and stone will begin at over six hundred dollars.

It is important to know what the material that you choose is going to cost you. It is also important for you to know how it is going to look with the rest of the room. Another consideration is how your things are going to look when they are placed on it.

The help of an interior designer can be sought in order to help ease the decision and answer any questions you have about the designs of fireplace mantels.