Whether you have a gas log fireplace or one that uses real wood, a mantel shelf elevates any heating area. These home items are lengthy and wide enough to display several decor items on top to showcase your style and personality. Looking for a small fireplace mantel? A traditional wooden fireplace mantel or a bold modern fireplace mantel? Wayfair has the best fireplace mantels for your home and aesthetic.

1. Best Overall: The Auburn Fireplace Shelf Mantel

Our best fireplace mantel pick is this mantel shelf by The Auburn Fireplace. Coming in an unfinished or a cherry distressed look, there’s an option for every home.. This mantel also comes in three size options: 48”, 60”, and 72” to adequately cover your fireplace area. We love this fireplace mantel for its aesthetic versatility – it’s not too modern or too traditional, which makes it perfect for a simple fireplace accent with enough room for your decorative objects or picture frames to sit proudly for everyone to see. This mantel does require some assembly, but once it’s up, it’s durable enough to last for years to come.

2. Best Mantel Shelf: The Shenandoah Fireplace Shelf Mantel

If you’re looking for a fireplace mantel with both contemporary and rustic options, then this mantel shelf is the best choice for you. Unlike traditional mantels, the modern version of this mantel shelf is slim, minimalist and does not have legs coming down from the bottom. But, if you do prefer a more traditional mantel construction and enjoy a rustic distressed wood look, this mantel shelf also has three color options with legs to fit your fireplace. There are three size options to choose from with this mantel: 48” , 60”, and 72”. Since this mantel shelf is made with pinewood, it’s a very durable and strong enough to last for years. Plus, with the various distressed color options, you’re able to find a style that fits your aesthetic and adds texture to your home.

3. Best Surround Mantel: Mike Fireplace Surround

A surround fireplace mantel is different from a mantel shelf since it has legs that extend down the side of the fireplace. If you like the surround fireplace style, then this option is right for your home. It features intricate molding in the white frame for added flair, while also featuring an adjustable height and width that you can customize to your specific fireplace.

4. Best Wooden Mantel: Celeste Fireplace Shelf Mantel

If you want to elevate the cozy feeling around your fireplace, then this wooden fireplace mantel by Celeste is a perfect option. Coming in two distressed color options (dune and espresso), you have a dark or lighter option to either match or contrast with your fireplace, as well as three size options. Hardware is included with this mantel and it does require some assembly before hanging. The wooden material of this fireplace mantel will complement your fireplace’s stone or brick masonry.

5. Best Concrete Mantel: Zachary Non-Combustible Natural Wood Look Fireplace Shelf Mantel

For a fireplace mantel that’s stronger than wood but looks like wood, opt for this non-combustible concrete mantel shelf. Most fireplace mantels are made with wood, but concrete mantels are stronger and more durable for an option that will last longer. Coming in the standard three size options (48”, 60”, and 72”), this mantel sports a gorgeous gray distressed wood look to give your fireplace the rustic style you’re after with a stronger primary material.

6. Best Fiberboard Mantel: Henry Fireplace Shelf Mantel

For a less-expensive fireplace mantel material than real wood or concrete, this mantel shelf by Henry is a great option. It is made with MDF (medium-density fiberboard), which is a substitution for solid wood that’s still durable and strong. This particular fireplace mantel features two contemporary colors (black and white) for a modern fireplace mantel that will brighten or darken your fireplace for the perfect contrast. Choose from one of the three size options for the mantel that best fits your fireplace, showcases your decor, and elevates your style.

7. Best Rustic Mantel: Senda Fireplace Shelf Mantel

As you enjoy the heat and crackle of fire, enjoy a cozy rustic view with this fireplace mantel. Made with acacia wood, the distressed option looks natural for the perfect wooden fireplace mantel. This mantel comes in two available sizes with overall dimensions of 5.5" H x 60" W x 8.5" D or 5.5" H x 72" W x 8.5" D, with a one-size-fits all dark brown appearance.

8. Best Modern Mantel: Sarah Fireplace Shelf Mantel

Looking for a glamorous modern fireplace mantel? Then this MDF mantel shelf is the right option for you. Made with a white finish, its clean lines elevate the modern feel for a sleek fireplace mantel. Choose from one of the three size options to fit your fireplace perfectly and let your new mantel accent the view as you relax by the flames.

9. Best Traditional Mantel: The Crestwood Fireplace Shelf Mantel

Unlike modern fireplace mantels, traditional mantels feature more intricate carvings and a tiered style instead of being flat and singular. Since this mantel has intricate carvings, it sports a traditional mantel design with modern color finishes of white and black for a contemporary twist that we love. This mantel is generous in space with three standard size options to fit your fireplace and house your decor.

10. Best Fully-Assembled: Weathered Beam Fireplace Shelf Mantel

For quicker assembly of your fireplace mantel, opt for this fully-assembled mantel shelf. This fireplace mantel is straight and simple and comes in a variety of finishes to fit any aesthetic. If you want a finish that’s rustic, choose the burnt almond option. For more modern, contemporary, and glam takes, choose from one of the gray, maple, and rustic white options.

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