It may only be the middle of November but, before long, we’ll be sipping mulled wine and eating mince pies, while cosying up in front of a roaring fire. This means that ordering your solid oak mantel in the next few weeks is essential, if you want it to arrive in time for Christmas Eve….
Choosing between an oak mantelpiece and a full surround for your fireplace can be difficult. Both come with their own list of positive points and which one you should go for will depend on a variety of different factors. If you’re struggling to select your favourite, read on to find out whether you should come…
If you’ve ever purchased an oak floating shelf only to get it home and find that the attached fixings are meant for solid walls, when you’re surrounded by plasterboard, you’re not alone. In the past, installing an oak floating shelf onto a plasterboard wall was difficult. This is because finding fixings that would make the…
A fireplace without a wooden fireplace mantel is like a hot chocolate without marshmallows and cream; it’s still nice enough on a cold winter’s night, but you’re just not snuggling in to the ultimate cosy night on the sofa. Here’s why we think you need to get a fireplace mantel before the clocks go back….
With the nights drawing in and the trees beginning to lose their leaves, now is the perfect time to get your oak mantel ready for autumn. Of course, if you still haven’t got around to buying an oak mantel for your fireplace, you’re not too late to get it in time to try out some…
One of the best parts about having an oak fireplace beam is decorating it. Whether you want to create a focal point in your room or accessorise with the seasons, get some inspiration with our top 5 ways to decorate oak fireplace beams. 1. Oak fireplace beams with flower power Flowers are a wonderful way…
As August nears an end and autumn approaches, it’s time to think about cosying up your home for the long, dark winter nights that lie ahead. But before you awake your winter wardrobe from hibernation and put on those wooly jumpers, it’s time to take a look at how oak beams can help to create…
If you’re going to buy only one thing for your home this year, make sure it’s an oak mantel shelf for your fireplace. Need convincing? We take a look at why an oak mantel for your fireplace is 2019’s must-have item. A simple oak mantel shelf for your fireplace can transform your home If your…
Every home should have at least one oak mantel shelf. Not only do they make a great feature, they’re also super practical, too. Whether you want to create some extra surface space, make a feature wall or display your prized possessions, here are 5 perfect places to put your oak mantel. Place an oak mantel…
Fireplace mantelpieces come in a range of different materials. But if you’re looking for something with style and substance, wooden fireplace mantels are the way to go. We’ll take a look at why fireplace mantels made from wood really are better than all the rest. Wooden fireplace mantels are built to last Here at Traditional…