A modern farmhouse inspired sitting room features a white mantel on a brick fireplace displaying fall decor, such as ornamental pumpkins and a seasonal lettering print. Gray armchairs and a black wooden bench covered in cushions and throws sit on a white plush rug over black wooden flooring.
35 White Fireplace Mantel Ideas for a Stunning Focal Point
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Published: December 5, 2022
Updated: December 1, 2023
A fireplace immediately draws the eye and invites guests to gather round this warm and cozy space. A white fireplace mantel ensures that this inviting feature also looks stylish and enhances the space as a focal point you can’t ignore.
White is a popular color in interior design that stands the test of time. Symbolic of spaciousness and refreshment, this color provides a clean and wholesome look while also being a neutral background to help focus the eye and accentuate details. When used for a fireplace mantel, this color will blend seamlessly so that your decor becomes center stage.
Whether you prefer a modern feel or a rustic look, a white fireplace mantel will blend seamlessly into your decor and provide a fresh backdrop to gather round on a cold night. Take a look at our collection if you need ideas to get started!
02 of Neutral Farmhouse-Inspired Living Room
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Built-in shelving and white shiplap walls take center stage in this neutral living room. Faux topiary pieces and a clover garland drape across a white fireplace mantel with white subway tiling. A large patterned rug sits on taupe carpet next to a buffalo plaid armchair with cushions and throw.
03 of Vintage Farmhouse Style for Living Room
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A modern farmhouse living room features a white
brick fireplace and mantel against a teal wall. Rustic decor such as vintage glass bottles, apothecary drawers, and potted plants surround the fireplace. A plush beige rug sits on wooden flooring.
04 of Christmas Mantel Ideas for White Fireplace
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A white fireplace mantel shelf is mounted above exposed white brickwork and a stack of birch logs. A vintage wooden window frame sits on top of the shelf with an evergreen garland, candlesticks, and white, chunky knit stockings. A Christmas tree stands beside it on wooden flooring.
05 of Cozy Nook with Holiday Touches
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A brick accent wall and fireplace boasts a white corner mantel decked with white knitted stockings and festive beads. Candlesticks, evergreen trees, and ornaments sit beside a vintage Christmas sign. A white armchair sits on a textured rug with a tartan throw and chunky knit blanket.
06 of Wooden Coffee Table with Fresh Hydrangeas
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A light wooden coffee table with metal legs displays blue and white hydrangeas in a glass vase beside a white tray of decor including stacked books and a candle. A white fireplace mantel stands beside a sash window and blue and white armchair.
07 of Stone Fireplace on Olive Accent Wall
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A white shiplap accent wall and vaulted ceiling framed a gray stone fireplace with a white mantel below an olive chimney wall. A gold-edged mirror and a framed painting sit on the mantel shelf. Off-white sofas sit on a tapestry rug beside a neutral fabric pouf on dark wood flooring.
08 of Modern Living Room with Brick Fireplace
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A white mantel on a brick fireplace sits between curved edge symmetrical paned windows with textured beige curtains. The mantel features a round mirror with ornaments and candles. A white armchair and brown leather sofa surround a wooden coffee table on a large neutral rug.
09 of Festive Living Room in Muted Color Scheme
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A festive inspired living room showcases a muted color scheme with a white fireplace mantel draped in an evergreen garland. White knitted stockings hang from the shelf under a large round mirror. A gray patterned rug sits below a glass coffee table displaying an ornamental winter tree.
10 of Festive Fireplace and Christmas Tree
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A white fireplace mantel with a gray marble panel features festive decor including an evergreen garland and knitted stockings. A chalkboard sign and black candlesticks sit on the mantel shelf against shiplap walls. A decorated tree stands beside tall windows.
11 of White Brick Fireplace with Vintage Decor
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A white brick fireplace features a white mantel with vintage shabby chic decor including a pot of flowers, books, and a distressed window frame. White candle sconces hang from the paneled wall above the mantel. A white armchair sits on the hearth with a floral cushion.
12 of Modern Fireplace Mantel Ideas
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A light gray wall stands behind a white fireplace mantel with herringbone tiling. Modern decor sits on the mantel shelf such as ceramic vases, a tub of bare branches and brass candlesticks. White and wooden noughts and crosses artwork is mounted to the wall above.
13 of Luxurious White Fireplace Mantel Ideas
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A large white fireplace mantel features an ornate gold patterned fireguard. On the mantel shelf sits candles and a vase of blue flowers with a decorative gilded mirror hanging on the wall above. The fireplace is flanked either side by long pale curtains and white seating.
14 of White Fireplace Mantel in Open Concept Living Room
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An all-white open concept living room features a white fireplace mantel with shiplap paneling and metal candlesticks under a gold round mirror. Beside it, black metal stools sit at a white kitchen countertop. Brown wooden flooring runs throughout the space.
15 of Coastal Inspired Living Room
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A coastal inspired living room features light blue walls with a white fireplace mantel and rustic decor against a shiplap accent wall. Beige and brown armchairs sit on a large jute rug on dark wooden flooring. Neutral check curtains drape over diamond window panes.
16 of Gray and White Living Room Inspiration
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A gray brick fireplace with a white mantel is topped with a gilded mirror, a vase of purple flowers, and several framed photographs. The fireplace is flanked by white built-in shelving with decor. White sofas and armchairs with neutral cushions and throws sit on a plush white rug.
17 of Valentine’s Day Inspiration for Dining Room
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An off-white shiplap wall boasts a white fireplace with framed art and lettered signs on the mantel shelf. A beaded tassel garland in pink and white complements the flowers on the wooden dining table with woven placemats and glassware.
18 of Cozy Nook with Hints of Fall
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A white armchair with a sage throw and patterned cushions sits on a cream knitted rug and taupe carpet. A white mantel on a brick fireplace is decked with ornamental pumpkins and foliage. A large lettered sign reading “gather” hangs above.
19 of Fireplace Decor Ideas for Neutral Living Room
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A white fireplace features decorative tiles in a floral design. On the mantel sits framed artwork, ceramic vases, and flowers. A brown and white textured mirror hangs on the chimney in this all-white room.
20 of Vintage Window Frames in Rustic Living Room
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A large gray tapestry rug and white leather pouf sits below a white fireplace mantel. It is topped with vintage window frames leaning against an accent shiplap chimney wall. Rustic decor including a woven basket of foliage and lanterns surround the space.
21 of Rustic Living Room with Christmas Decor
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A modern farmhouse living room includes neutral sofas with gray and buffalo plaid cushions. A reclaimed wooden coffee table displays a festive sleigh ornament. The gray brick fireplace with a white mantel is accessorized with logs, candles, and an evergreen garland.
22 of Living Room with Fall Mantel Decor
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A brick fireplace with a white mantel is decked with fall foliage, hay bales, sunflowers, and pumpkins. A vintage mirror sits on a shiplap wall above beside a glass vase of branches, stems, and candles. A leather armchair contains a buffalo plaid throw on the hearth.
23 of White Living Room with Subtle Christmas Touches
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A white living room with wooden flooring boasts a white wood fireplace mantel with fairy lights, a seasonal lettering garland, and fall inspired decor. A square mirror with ornate engraving sits in the center of the mantel shelf. A white armchair stands beside the fireplace.
24 of Living Room with Black Shiplap Wall and Neutral Decor
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A black accent shiplap wall boasts a white fireplace mantel with herringbone tiling under a framed painting. A beige sofa with patterned cushions sits on a woven jute rug on wooden flooring. A floor lamp stands beside a paned sash window with a beige roman blind.
25 of Natural Stone Fireplace in Neutral Living Space
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A rustic living room with a beige wall boasts a natural stone fireplace with a white mantel. Layered gilded mirrors, candles, and books sit on top. A white armchair sits on a plush gray rug beside a white coffee table near a vintage wooden crate.
26 of Gold and White Festive Fireplace
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A festive fireplace mantel in all white showcases an evergreen garland with hints of gold and brown. Gold and cream stockings line the mantel shelf above gold foliage. Atop the mantel sits a range of candlesticks in varying sizes and shades of gold.
27 of White Living Room with Grand Piano
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A white living room contains a white piano and sofa beside a white fireplace. Candlesticks and vases sit on the mantel along with a decorative gold-framed mirror. Silver wall chandeliers hang either side overlooking a pale gray rug and white armchairs.
28 of Cozy Living Room with Modern Mantel Decor
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A white and wood fireplace mantel displays a mirror, artwork, ornaments and a potted plant. Beside it, a white blanket ladder stands next to a white sofa. A black coffee table and console table showcases a mix of decor including a woven tray with a candle and potted plant.
29 of Festive Fireplace in Modern Living Room
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A modern white fireplace mantel with neutral subway tiling is topped with an evergreen garland and chunky knit stockings. Either side of the fireplace features built-in shelving with a mix of festive and rustic decor. A wire log holder and potted evergreen trees sit on light wooden flooring.
30 of Fireplace Mantel Ideas for a Classic Touch
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A neutral living room features a beige accent wall under beams and a vaulted ceiling. A black fireplace with a white mantel displays rustic decor such as candles, potted plants and a black-edged mirror. Armchairs surround a wooden coffee table on a textured rug and wooden flooring.
31 of Accent Mirror Wall in Living Room
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A pale blue living room features a white brick fireplace with a white mantel displaying candlesticks and vases below a trio of gold-edged mirrors in varying shapes. Beige sofas sit on a light gray check rug with a wicker trunk used as a coffee table.
32 of Fall Inspiration for Fireplace Mantel Decor
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A white living room boasts a tiled fireplace with an ornately carved mantel topped with fall inspired decor and a garland. A white armchair with brown upholstery and pumpkin-themed cushion sits at the hearth on wooden flooring.
33 of Rustic Kitchen with Boho Touches
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A rustic kitchen boasts a wooden dining table with coordinating cross-back chairs under a wooden beaded chandelier. A white shiplap fireplace stands behind it with rustic decor and a curved mirror on the mantel. A pale blue counter sits on wooden flooring.
34 of Autumn Inspired Fireplace Decor
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Fall decor adds pops of color this white living room with a coordinating fireplace mantel. Bare branches with orange and brown leaves sit on top of the mantel shelf with glass lanterns and a candle. On the hearth sits metal buckets of faux harvest items and ornamental pumpkins.
35 of Vintage Chandelier in Neutral Room
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A neutral bedroom features a white fireplace mantel with a shiplap chimney on a light gray wall with botanical art prints. A vintage chandelier hangs above white carpet on which sits a beige armchair, potted plant, and a black dressing table with a matching stool.
