10 Easy Ways to Refresh Your Mantel

The hearth is often viewed as the center of the home. That being said, the mantel is a great place for displaying a story about the home or homeowner. It’s a place for showcasing our favorite things, or it can be that one area for rotating weekly doses of design. Feeling like a fresh start for your mantel now that the holidays are winding down? Here are some simple ideas to kick off the new year. Let us know what’s on your mantel in the comments section.

1. Symmetry

Ah, symmetry! What I particularly like about this mantel besides the great symmetry is the layering of different objet d’art. Notice that the mirror is mounted directly into the brick. I recommend hiring a professional to hang this if you don’t have the tools.

2. Art

Do you collect botanical prints? Display them on the mantel. It’s fine to prop art up against a wall. Fresh potted plants act as perfect bookends.

3. Shapes

Repeat rounds. A circular shape is a nice complement to the squareness of a mantel. Here they’re used effectively in pairs.

4. Minimalism

A minimalist statement can also work on the mantel. Try grouping a cluster of like-colored objects to one side. The visual weight of the grouping to one side helps create a modern vibe. Adding a great-looking pendant can balance the vignette.

5. Keep Things Fresh

 A mantel can be your area for a rotating design element. If you like a little something fresh every week, use this spot to display fresh flowers. Notice how the designer used lighting to create a focal point here.

6. Collections

Let your favorite china collect dust in the pantry? Consider putting a favorite dish collection up on the mantel for everyone to enjoy. Dishes can be mismatched or matching. Display them using small plate stands or easels.

7. Location Specific

Use location-specific accessories to make a statement about your home. Can’t you just visualize this rustic-looking décor in the mountains somewhere.

8. Stories

Tell a story about your hobbies or occupation. I think this artwork is a classy way to showcase a riding hobby, a horse-breeding occupation or perhaps just a love of horses.

9. Lighting

Let lighting do the talking. Perhaps the only change needed to your mantel is the way in which it’s lit. Make a statement with interesting pendants or sconces in pairs or other repetitions. 

10. Paint

Consider fresh paint. I just love the boldness of this high-gloss green. The color is unexpected and fun. There’s no need to over accessorize a mantel with bold color.

How do you create a fresh new look on your mantel as the seasons change? What is your favorite way to freshen things up? Tell us in the comments below.

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