A barn wood fireplace mantel is often the final design element of any fireplace, making the task of finding the best mantel for your space an important one. These days using reclaimed wood (or barnwood) is a popular decision for not only it’s uncanny character and unique charm, but also the environmental impact of repurposing historical materials. When we combine the attention drawing allure of a solid wood mantel with the rich story told by reclaimed wood, we can transform and reimagine any space.
If you’ve decided to use a barn wood mantel or shelf in your next project, then you’ve made an excellent choice and we have the perfect piece for you! This reclaimed barn wood fireplace mantel, or shelf, from Modern Timber Craft is a treasure to be had and will be cherished for years to come. These are made from authentic solid reclaimed wood beams making them stunning, rustic, and enduring, pieces of history to own. In this article we will look at what online customer reviews are saying about the product, how this mantel compares to other similar mantels on the market today, and the specifications and materials used, to help you determine if this amazing mantel is right for you.
With hundreds of recent reviews published for this mantel, the current 4.5-star rating speaks volumes for the quality of the product and responsiveness of the seller. Many customers praise the solid mounting hardware provided and the ease of installation. When it comes to size options, custom sizing is no issue. There are several comments mentioning the ability to conveniently place a custom-sized order. Customers often mention the remedies provided for any issue they may have encountered with this mantel. There’s much emphasis on the speed and responsiveness of the seller, Modern Timber Craft. Although these are all unique pieces of wood, with the high-quality of the reclaimed materials used in this product, issues are extremely rare.
While there are few options for barn wood mantels online, there are some available that could be considered alternatives. Being careful to avoid fabricated or engineered barn wood, we’ve compared other authentic mantels to our choice for a reclaimed barnwood mantel. Across the board pricing for specific sizes is similar, with no drastic differences between products.
Nearly all mantels comparable to Modern Timber Craft’s offering come with either no mounting hardware or traditional L brackets, while this with solid hardware and is cleanly routed in the back for a floating mount. A floating mount completely conceals the hardware, giving the mantel a gravity defying look. When comparing the average ratings of this mantel and other authentic mantels, this mantel wins hands down. Often the main differences between these ratings are determined in the flexibility and responsiveness of the seller, things in which Modern Timber Craft excels.
Each mantel’s material is sourced from historic northeastern US barns dating from the late 1700s to the early 1900s, giving every unique piece a rich story to tell. These reclaimed materials were originally harvested from old growth trees, granting a strength to the wood that isn’t found in new growth wood. Being authentic reclaimed barn wood means there are often unique characteristics in the wood, such as nail holes, hand hewing, circle saw markings, knots, or wormholes. These character adding features are not defects, but instead add depth to each mantel.
The sizing for this gorgeous barn wood mantel is customizable, with the standard options being an 8” depth x 3” thickness x 12” –to– 96” width. Each can be finished with either linseed oil, early American stain (medium brown), or left unfinished and suitable for finishing with shellac or polyurethane after purchase. No matter what finish you choose, the cut ends of the mantel are always finished to blend into the natural color of the piece.
We would be hard-pressed to overstate the ability of a solid mantel to transform and complete a space, whether over a fireplace as a traditional mantel or as a shelf that accents a rustically designed room. It’s clear from customers glowing reviews, the superiority of this mantel (or shelf) when compared to others, and the outstanding craftsmanship achieved while using genuine reclaimed wood, that it is nearly impossible to go wrong when deciding to use this reclaimed barn wood mantel from Modern Timber Craft in your home or next project. We fully recommend this mantel and look forward to seeing more amazing barnwood products from the folks at Modern Timber Craft.
