The biggest mistake people make is treating a mantel like a shelf instead of a stage for art,” says Leann Conquer of Chroma. ...

Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

The mantel is an ideal spot for seasonal decorating, as it's often in a central, easy-to-see location and has a built in shelf that's perfect for arranging seasonal vignettes. Use the style of the ...

Fireplaces, whether they are grand or modest, brick, stone or tile, move up in prominence this time of year. If a fire burns in the hearth, we're drawn to it for warmth when we come in from the cold.

People often call the kitchen “the heart of the home,” but we think a fireplace gives it a run for its money. With a fire ...

What holiday mantel décor is best? A mantel is the perfect spot for holiday décor, whether you’re lining up a row of stockings or decking it out with garlands. But with so many decorating options, ...