Avalon Traditional Wood Mantel Shelf

Available in Real Wood Species of Poplar, Oak, Alder, Maple, Beechwood, and Cherry Standing in front of your newly installed fireplace you think that a floating mantel shelf would be a stylish, and functional addition to your fireplace where you could display your family pictures and personal nick knacks you so cherish. This shelf is made out of your preferred unfinished Wood species that can be painted or stained as you wish. Only the Paint Grade, made of MDF or Poplar, can be painted.  All other wood types can be stained. Available in real wood types of Oak, Alder, Maple, Beechwood and Cherry which can be stained. It is best to paint or to at least use a clear stain on the mantel to ensure the wood lasts for a long time. The Avalon has an open back and is hollow on the inside for easy installation. To install the shelf you need to mount a 2x2 or 2x4 on the wall, this is called a cleat that allows you to easily slide the shelf over it. You may need to level the shelf by shimming it b