What Every Mantel Needs... Important Design Details You Shouldn't Forget

Step into the world of timeless craftsmanship with preservation builder Brent Hull as he uncovers the secrets of traditional mantel construction from 1740 to the 1950s. Explore the anatomy of classical mantels, learn what makes historic designs endure, and see how studying the past can dramatically elevate your work today. From Georgian to Federal to Victorian styles, Brent reveals the small but critical details that turn ordinary mantels into masterwork, packed with practical insight for builders, designers, and craftsmen committed to authenticity. You can order the book here and Brent will autograph it. Www.brenthull.com/books Check out our Passion for Craft podcast, all about building and design. There are great extras that will help you become a better craftsman and builder on patreon:   / passionforcraft   https://passionforcraft.com/ Here's a collection of books used in this talk in my Kit.Co library: https://kit.co/brenthull01/period-rev... Here are more great books to check out on my Amazon associates page: Design book for houses 1920- Architect Small House plan book: https://amzn.to/37XWaUI 500 Small houses of the 20's- Good designs for period revival homes: https://amzn.to/3DiH3kh Samuel Chamberlain's drawings of Rural France: https://amzn.to/3utg15G Check Out Our Work: https://hullhomes.com Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://brenthull.com/newsletter/ Tell Us About Your Project: https://brenthull.com/intake/general FOLLOW ME: Instagram:   / hullmillwork_hullhomes   Facebook:   / hullmillworkhullhomes   Brent Hull    / @brenthull   Musicbed Sync ID: MB01RZALADBB3LG MB015ED7KN5YANK MB019I81NN9HBCM MB01MS7FQHNSLOS MB01DKPH02GSM9G MB0190WAPKN98EN MB01I6MVNJDNGLQ MB01TLUNQZ5YJPT MB01VDDNTCRTWX5 MB018EN6J2K6FKZ