Overmantel fireplaces are defined by the upper portion above the mantel shelf. This decorative element to the surround come in various shapes and forms. Most comment it is made rectangular and starches several feet up on the wall. This is not a must. Some are made with statues resting on the shelf. Others may have a simple arch. The possibilities are limitless with what can be done. We are able to help you with the design of the overmantel and the manufacture it for you. If you have been inspired by a model that you do not see pictured on our website we can make that for you as well.
We are capable of manufacturing them from cast stone or natural stone. The full stone selection can be found on our materials page. Marble and limestone are the most commonly used natural stone. Travertine is great because it can be finished honed or polished. Sandstone with it’s naturally rustic finish is best is a honed finish. Our cast stone can resembles the sandstone and limestone feel and look. There is a travertine finish with our cast stone as well.