My Favorite Fireplace Mantels

   While it is cold outside I thought I'd share some of my favorite fireplace mantles... I was asked to find some images of appealing mantles for a house that is under construction -- and my  favorites are always the most simple -- clean lines and painted brick.  Here is what really liked:

Love this fretwork fireplace. Even though there is a lot going on, the lines are clean and appealing.

My favorite fireplaces include painted brick.