Sunday 28 February 2016

Effective Ways To Attach Log Mantels

By Douglas West


It is known to everyone that these are made of woods. And you could see them everywhere. They are used as tables, support in the fireplace and a lot of things. So if you have not tried it yet, best to get one so you will see the benefits of them. This article will explains the different benefits that you would get. And ways that to put them in your house.

There are different ways that you could put them. Later, it will be discussed to you. Since this is very important that you will know how to install log mantels so you could used them. You will have choices. And it is up to you what you would do. They are durable and would last for many years.

You will always the option which is to hire one that will cost you money. Or the other way around which is you will do it. But if you are a busy person, best that you will other people do it. It does not cost much. And it is risky if you have not tried doing it before. But still you can try. Just be careful. And these tips below are for you. Just follow them so to avoid glitches that could happen.

Here is an easy steps for you. These are general guidelines or steps that everyone used. Before you do anything, make sure all materials are ready. There is not a lot of stuff needed. But some products come with manual instructions how to do it, you can follow and compare. To make it more effective. Check this out.

Height. You should know the distance. Up and below. If it will be put in the fireplace. So this is very important. How far and how deep that is needed. It should be 15 inches above and the deep is six inches. Make sure you keep this in mind. It does not matter if its eye level or below. Your choice of preference would be follow since it is your house.

Installing Support Rods. You use them so they will be mounted properly to the place where you want to place them. Pick the one that will give full support to the mantel. Rebar rods are efficient and you will not worry that it will be damage or fall down. Rods and screws should go together. To ensure the quality of installation.

Drilling Mantel. Next thing to do is make a hole as your indicator where you put them. The measurement must be accurate so it will fit right. Level them to ensure that mantel will be placed properly. Make sure you put some adjustments to it. So it can be extended.

Installation. Once done, you have to test them. If they are securely placed and you would not worry that accident may happen because of the fallen logs. One way to test, is you would sit on them and see the durability of it. Or just put the things you wanted. You might be too heavy for them. You need to determine the size of rods and screw being used. The bigger the better so it can hold heavy objects.

You will just always remember to follow instructions to make it efficient. And use the quality adhesive materials so it could lasts longer. No worries, since this can be find them anywhere and it does not take time to finish installing them.




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