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By Barb 12 Comments

Rustic Fall Mantel

Filed Under: Dining Room, DIY and Design, Everyday DIY, Fall, Fall Projects, Farmhouse Style, Floral Projects and Wreaths Tagged With: Dining Room, DIY and Design, Everyday Decor, Everyday DIY, Fall, Fall Projects, Farmhouse Style, Floral Projects

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We have a new mantel. 

I could not be happier that the chunky brick monstrosity of a fireplace and mantel isn’t as much of an eyesore as it used to be.  We have lived in this home over 13 years and for 13 years, I have really disliked our fireplace.  So, I figured it was way past time to do something about it.  And after it was completed, I really had NO answer for why I didn’t do it sooner.  Well, I did.  Husband.  But, that’s another post. ๐Ÿ™‚  I am here to share my new rustic, wood mantel all dressed for Fall. 

Rustic Fall Mantel

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If you are new to The Everyday Home, I can say this fireplace has been through a small change already.  I painted the red brick years ago in an attempt to make the brick go away.  Then, I added a wood panel at the top above the mantel.  

Here is my Christmas Mantel and Fireplace after it was painted all white…

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And last year after I added a wood backing above the mantel.  For last year’s Fall Mantel, I used liquid starch to adhere some Jacobean fabric. 

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But, I just wasn’t happy.  It wasn’t right.  So after putting off a DIY Fireplace and Mantel Makeover project all year, I decided to call in someone to do it for me, my fave Handyman.  ๐Ÿ™‚

He added wide beadboard on both sides and above the mantel.  But, the biggest change came when he created a large, rustic mantel that covered the step-out brick mantel which I truly despised.  I stained it Dark Walnut then distressed it lightly.  LOVE!  

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The beadboard matches the beadboard across the opposite side of the dining room.  I shared that space here in my Fall Buffet post.  My handyman also made the mantel itself deeper, so I can sit much more on top than I ever could before.  Such as a pair of these mercury glass lamps…

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They are perfect and I love the juxtaposition between the rustic mantel and the bling of the mercury glass lamp with a burlap shade. I hung Buck back in his place of honor.  I have had him for several years now and I still love him. 

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I arranged a layer of assorted heirloom pumpkins and gourds along the mantel.

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I tucked in berries and fern and dried sunflowers heads. 

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The display only took a few minutes to arrange.  I had originally thought about adding a wreath of some sort around Buck, but once I stood back – it was enough just like it was. 

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Rustic and charming and….autumnal.

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I decided to leave the white painted brick around the fireplace opening as is, instead of also covering it with the beadboard. But informed my Handyman I reserved the right to change my mind. ๐Ÿ˜€   It needs a fresh coat of white paint, and then I can add some more Fall touches to the hearth.  (I have something super cute planned I can’t wait to show you.)

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So what do you think?  Yay or Nay?  Do you like the changes?  I will share the entire fireplace makeover with you next week, as well as, a full shot of the Dining Room Dressed for Fall. 

Thanks for letting me share my “new” Rustic Fall Mantel with you.

xxoo, Barb

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 Deer Head |  Faux Fern Stems | Faux Pumpkins from Park Hill

Fall Berries | Dried Sunflower Heads | Mercury Lamp Base | Burlap Shade 

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  1. Barbara says

    September 23, 2016 at 7:24 PM

    Barb,
    I love your mantel – the green and gold colors look stupendous. Love those mercury glass lamps. You’ve done a superb job decorating that.
    I’d like to have your “pumpkin & spice” printable but there is no way to open it. Can you check that out, please?

    Thanks! Happy Fall!

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    • Barb says

      September 23, 2016 at 10:29 PM

      Well dagnabit. ๐Ÿ™‚ I forgot to add the link. I just sent out a followup email with the download link. My apologies. Thanks so much for letting me know. I hope you enjoy your printable. ~Barb

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  2. bonnie weiss says

    September 24, 2016 at 7:47 AM

    What a wonderful transformation … well worth the wait. The chunky wood mantel is the proverbial icing on the spice cake.

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  3. Lanita Anderson says

    September 24, 2016 at 9:55 AM

    Love your fall mantel! I’m working on fall decorating today and that includes my mantel. Thanks for sharing – enjoy the weekend!

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  4. angie says

    September 26, 2016 at 8:54 PM

    love the mantel perfect for fall and hunting season as well
    come see us at http://shopannies.blogspot.com

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  5. Kate thompson says

    September 28, 2016 at 10:30 AM

    I absolutely LOVE this!!! Its so bright but yet warm!! Beautiful!!

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    • Barb says

      September 28, 2016 at 10:36 AM

      Thank you so much. I know I am one of the few “traditional” Fall color gals left, but I love my color. ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks for stopping by. ~Barb

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  6. Marie says

    September 28, 2016 at 11:55 AM

    Your mantel is absolutely gorgeous! Those lamps are divine! Thanks so much for sharing your awesome makeover with us at Merry Monday this week!

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  7. Jennifer says

    October 4, 2016 at 5:05 AM

    Fantastic decoration! The view even gets more gorgeous when you turn the lights on!
    Personally, it will be more warm if you can add some chestnuts (or maybe I’m just a chestnuts lover who try to put them in everything ๐Ÿ˜€ ). Well done, Barb. I’m looking towards to your other home touring XOXO.

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  8. Erin Taylor says

    November 7, 2016 at 8:13 PM

    Oh, the lamps are so beautiful. Color and pattern are perfect. You have a great taste of decoration. Thank you very much for sharing these nice pics.

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  9. Minnie Scott says

    November 9, 2016 at 10:33 PM

    Fireplace is a unctuous land for our creativity. Your dรฉcor with sunflowers is really nice and interesting. A sweet connection between feeling of summer and winter. No comment about the deer head, thatโ€™s not my FAV

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  10. Pamela-FromMyFrontPorchToYours says

    October 26, 2017 at 6:45 PM

    Love your mantel Barb! Of course I have always loved it. Your deer is divine.

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