Hidden mantle storage

Are you looking to update your living room? Have you been wanting a fireplace in your space? Need a place to hide your remotes from your toddler like us?! Then keep reading to get some inspiration for your next project. :)When I posted the TikTok about the hidden storage mantel, I did not expect it to go viral! Let me remind you, Jake and I are first time home owners trying to figure out how to upgrade our spaces on a budget. We are not professionals! ;) We are learning and gaining…

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RV RenovationsJune 15, 2021When we started renovating our living room. I knew I wanted to get rid of the ornate wood molding that was over the fireplace. But, had no idea that there was a hole behind that ornate wood trim. When we removed it before we started to paint, to our surprise there was a hole behind the trim. Great, now what are we going to do? We can't put it back now, nor did I want to mostly because it was dental molding and would take forever to sand it to paint. Shane right awa

Materials: (5) 2x4x8 Premium Whitewood Stud (5) 2x2x8 Furring Strips (1) 1x6x8 Common Board 2in Construction Screws 1/5in 4×8 Underlayment Plywood (for shelving) 1/5in 4×8 Underlayment Plywood (for mantel) (2) Piano Hinge (for doors) (4) Surface Mount Soft-Close Hinges (for mantel) 48″ Electric Fireplace Insert (I used this one) Corner Piece Moulding Shiplap (I used […]

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DIY Custom Hearth w/Hidden Storage Pt2. #FauxFireplace

Follow our step-by-step DIY tutorial to build a fireplace mantel with storage. This project combines elegance and practicality, providing you with extra storage space while transforming your fireplace into a stunning focal point.