DIY Fireplace Molding Makeover With Traditional Style

Home » Blog » UncategorizedByLaurenNovember 21, 2024November 18, 202430 CommentsThe project I’ve been wanting to do for YEARS is finally finished!Our federal colonial house deserved a federal colonial style fireplace to match, so we made it happen with a traditional molding makeover. (Just in time for Christmas.)The simple mantel was totally fine before, but it was due for a paint job after these 8 years. So we figured, we might as well add some embellishments while we were at it. Table of ContentsHow to Add Traditional Molding to a MantelSuppliesToolsCheaper Power Tool AlternativesHow to Add Pilaster and Plinth to Mantel LegAdding a Fluted Mantel HeaderHow to Attach OnlaysFinished Federal Colonial Style Fireplace Molding Living Room Decor SourcesMore DIY Molding IdeasRelated: DIY-able Wall Molding Ideas to Add Character to Your HomeHow to Add Traditional Molding to a MantelThis project can totally be finished in 2 days. So if it’s something you want to do before Christmas hits, it’s d...