Oak Mantels

Enhance Your Space with an Oak Fireplace Mantel

Whether you want to preserve the traditional appeal of a period property or create a living room centrepiece, there’s an oak mantel to suit. With its unique grain patterning, an open fire or wood burning stove mantel will undoubtedly enhance your home’s natural character and warmth. Go ahead and explore our collection of oak fireplace mantels, today.

Why Choose an Oak Mantel?

Made for Longevity

Exceedingly strong and durable, a rustic mantel shelf is sure to pass the test of time. Resistant to warping, it can be relied on for the support of weighty household decorations, while looking great in the process. 

Resistant to Fire

Made for positioning directly above the fireplace, you needn’t worry about the compatibility with wood-burning stoves or log burners. Each one of our mantelpieces has heat-resistant properties, keeping it safe from excessive warmth. 

Choice of Finishes

Offered in a variety of oak colour finishes, an oak mantlepiece also has an undeniable aesthetic appeal. The natural grain and colour variations will add warmth and elegance to any room.

Sustainably Sourced Timber

We make exclusive use of sustainably sourced timber in the shaping of each oak mantelpiece. We also promise to plant a tree for every £50 that you spend with us. 

Varied Styles

Whether looking for a straight or gently arched wooden mantle, you’re sure to find your perfect match in the Traditional Beams collection.

Also suitable for placement above doors and windows, these oak metals are offered in made-to-measure sizes, with each shaped beam being carefully worked to give the appearance of a natural edge.

Some of our oak mantlepieces are also chosen for their reclaimed characteristics, with the addition of stressed edges and textured surfaces for a rustic look.

Practical Guidance

As mentioned, our oak mantle pieces come in made-to-measure sizes, according to your specific requests.

However, particular care should be taken when selecting a fireplace oak mantel that extends 3-6 inches beyond each side of the firebox.

Depth should be chosen in proportion to the room, leaving enough space for the décor and not overcrowding the wall.

If you’re in any doubt over the shelf sizing, then please send us a message, and perhaps an image of your fireplace, for advice.

All of our fully finished oak mantelpieces, apart from the 7.5"x5.5" size, come with fixings. We also provide suitable fixing methods, depending on the size of your chosen wooden mantelpiece.

Finishes and Customisation

We offer a variety of natural oiled, waxed, stained, and lacquered oak mantel shelves to suit different room aesthetics.

Penetrating deep into the oak, our stains will ensure the enduring colourful character of your oak mantle shelf. The waxes and seal will ensure lasting protection, with a desirable velvety feel.

You can take your choice from oak mantlepiece colour finishes such as:

• White
• Light
• Danish oil
• Antique pine
• Medium oak
• Rugger brown
• Walnut
• Jacobean
• Black

Of course, each interior space is unique. That’s why we offer engraving, bevelled edges, and chamfered corners for a distinctive appearance.

Maintaining Your Oak Mantel

Regular maintenance is vital when it comes to protecting and ensuring the lasting appeal of your wooden mantel shelf. The oak mantelpiece will ideally be lightly sanded and re-coated every few months to ensure utmost protection.

In between major maintenance, you should regularly dust and wipe your mantel with a clean damp cloth. Just be sure to not soak the wood, as this could cause damage and/or swelling. Treatment and re-oiling are also essential for the preservation of the wood's condition and the prevention of drying or cracking.

You can maintain the natural beauty and durability of your oak mantel shelf with hardwax oil, Danish oil, or beeswax polish.