This fireplace features floor-to-ceiling brick with a modest wooden mantel. Two teal glass vases sit atop the mantel along with a stylistic mirror and some framed art. A small basket rests hearthside filled with extra throws along with some wooden lanterns.
30 Timeless Wood Mantels for Brick Fireplace Designs
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Published: March 2, 2023
Updated: November 27, 2023
Your fireplace is a permanent centerpiece in your space, so you’ll want to create a timeless and elegant look that will last. Traditional wood mantels for brick fireplaces are a failsafe way to create that classic look that will fit any décor style imaginable.
A wooden mantelpiece is very versatile as it can be stained dark or left with its natural tone to either contrast or blend with the walls of your room. Brick also offers a variety of styling options, whether you want to leave the classic, warm rust tone or change it up with a lime wash to brighten the room. Whether your style is dramatic and moody, or light and playful, a wooden mantel paired with a brick hearth is the perfect option for your space. Read on to see a gallery of curated brick fireplaces with wooden mantels to inspire your new timeless showpiece.
02 of Dark Wood Mantel With Built-in Shelves
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A fireplace with white brick stands between dark wooden floating shelves that match the dark walnut mantelpiece. Family photos, decorative flowers, wooden beads, a wreath, and a circular mirror adorn the mantel in this traditional farmhouse home.
03 of Farmhouse Hearth With Built-in Shelves
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This simple farmhouse hearth features pale brick and a nice dark timber for the angled mantelpiece. A large flat screen fits the wall above perfectly. White built-in shelves frame either side of the fireplace accessorized with miniature potted plants, framed prints, and small decorations.
04 of Seasonal Farmhouse Chimneypiece
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This traditional red brick fireplace features a classic wooden chimneypiece adorned with a large wooden box, amber jars, and a plethora of trinkets. A large woven tobacco basket is hung above the chimneypiece adorned with a seasonal wreath.
05 of Antique Dark Wood and Brick Hearth
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This fireplace stands out against the white paneled walls with its dark brick facade and mantel. Simple candles and frames line the top of the dark wood mantel above the screened firepit. A gorgeous black spindle bench topped with a wicker tote filled with flowers sits hearthside.
06 of Rustic Empty Fireplace Decorations
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A vintage wood mantel surrounds an empty red brick fireplace with a wicker basket, galvanized metal arrow figurines, and pinecones. A pair of galvanized metal lanterns stand on one side of the fireplace across from an additional wicker basket with accent pillows.
07 of Simple Wood Mantel Shelf
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Candlesticks, potted plants, books, and a grand circular mirror decorate the top of this wooden mantel. Below the mantel, logs sit in the fire pit next to two white lanterns and a container filled with lavender stems.
08 of Fireplace With Painted White Brick
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Whitewashed brick forms this traditional farmhouse fireplace in a vaulted living room. The floating wooden mantel is furnished with candles, artwork, and botanicals. An animal skull with beautiful antlers is set high on a plaque above the mantelpiece and firepit.
09 of Hearthside Antique Accents
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The sandstone facade of this fireplace is accented with a wooden mantel matching the many wooden decor elements sprinkled about. A copper vessel and wicker basket filled with extra wood sit on the wooden hearth cut with a live edge.
10 of Gray Living Room with Bell Chandelier
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We find a red brick fireplace, a gray sofa, and a matching armchair In this gray living room. A white, bell-shaped chandelier with white faux candles hangs over a white wooden coffee table in the center of the room.
11 of Simple Brick Hearth With Large Wooden Mantel
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This simple pale brick hearth rests under the traditional oak wood mantelpiece. The natural firepit has a metal screen and black frame that contrasts the light brick beautifully. Black cabinetry with built-in, light wood shelves frames either side of the fireplace.
12 of Beautiful Pale Brick Hearth With Firewood Storage
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This gorgeous pale brick fireplace features a built-in nook for storing firewood and a stunning slim floating wood mantel. The mantel is decorated with framed art and two tall glass jars filled with cotton blossoms. Two wicker baskets and a potted plant sit comfortably on the hearth below.
13 of Modern Boho Fireplace
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Bamboo blinds are rolled up on either side of this stunning brick hearth topped with a matching wooden mantel. A few plants are sat around the area bringing in pops of greenery and life to this modern boho interior space.
14 of Slim Brick Fireplace
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This brick fireplace sits almost flush with the simple white walls of this sitting room. A large wooden mantel hanging below shiplap siding was chosen to match the flooring of the room.
15 of Rustic Wood Mantel for Brick Fireplace
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A thick piece of wood rests atop brick brackets jutting out from the rustic brick wall to act as a mantel. The mantel is decorated with clear glass jars filled with flowers and greenery. On the hearth, a black metal fire screen sits next to a woven basket filled with pillows and throw blankets.
16 of All-white Fireplace Nestled Between Cabinets
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An all-white brick hearth finds its place nestled between two white built-in cabinets. A rectangular wood mantel stretches the span of the hearth against the vertical shiplap wall. A simple wicker basket sits on the base waiting to be filled with extra kindling.
17 of Warm Autumnal Brick Fireplace
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White pumpkins spill over each other atop this dark wood mantelpiece next to some orange botanicals, a round mirror, and black candlesticks. Two larger white pumpkins sit atop the hearth, one propped on a small wooden stool for more fall-time flare.
18 of Fresh Spring Hearth
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Three potted plants stand atop a chunky oak wood mantel in front of a rustic farmhouse window frame. The hearth is traditional brick wrapping around the black firepit embellished with some decorative pillows and a white ceramic bowl filled with moss. To the right of the raised hearth, a large cream jug is filled with pink cherry blossom branches matching the pink floral bouquet on the mantelpiece.
19 of Chunky Wooden Mantel Piece
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A chunky wooden mantel over a traditional brick fireplace is the centerpiece of this inviting living room. The mantel is minimally furnished with a few tall thin candlesticks and a long leafy garland. A long wicker basket filled with greenery sits in front of the large screened firepit.
20 of Rustic Brick Fireplace With TV
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A cozy living room is styled with white board and batten walls, a warm pine ceiling, and a distressed red brick fireplace with a TV mounted over the fireplace. The mantel and the wooden accent chairs match the color of the ceiling. Black accents including a ceiling fan and string lights provide dimension to this welcoming and comfortable space.
21 of Wooden Bowl on a White Block Coffee Table
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A grey couch sits in front of large living room windows on a white wall. A flatscreen TV is placed on the black mantel of a red brick fireplace. White pumpkins in a wooden bowl on the white block coffee table. A beige rug is laid on the beige carpet in front of two white armchairs.
22 of Small, Narrow Farmhouse Living Room
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A narrow living room with a white couch maximizes seating by styling a window seat to relax and stretch out. The couch is across from a large armoire and a rustic, red brick fireplace. Jute rugs create a cohesive space.
23 of Timber Mantel Against White Shiplap
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White shiplap and brick meet in this living room separated by the mid-toned wooden mantel. A vintage black scale decorates one side of the mantle while three traditional candle holders take their place on the right.
24 of Whitewashed Brick Fireplace With Farmhouse Décor
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A large untreated oak mantel rests above the traditional whitewashed brick fireplace decorated with books, botanicals, black candlesticks, and a dried wreath. Along the base of the fireplace rests a tin bin filled with pillows and some stacked wooden boxes.
25 of Illuminated Cozy Hearth
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This cozy traditional hearth is illuminated by warm lighting and floor lamps on either side along with plush armchairs with knitted ottomans perfect for curling up near the fire. A black metal bracket holds up the thick wooden mantel under the framed television disguised as art. Remember functionality is important and if you need your television over your fireplace, try to disguise it as an art piece and incorporate it into the decor.
26 of Natural Wooden Log Mantel With Vintage Accents
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A dark-stained, natural log was used as the mantelpiece on this white lime-washed brick fireplace. The mantel is decorated with large, framed art, black candle stands, two antique window frames, and some draped greenery. A large woven basket sits on the hearth filled with pillows and throws along with a decorative wooden art piece.
27 of Timeless Raised Brick Fireplace
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This timeless raised fireplace features an aged brick facade and a gas fire under the wrapped wooden mantel. A large flatscreen is hung on the chevron shiplap wall over the few small decor items that rest atop the mantel.
28 of Farmhouse Living Room Fireplace
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This bright living room features a gorgeous, white-painted fireplace against a white shiplap accent wall with a pale wooden floating mantelpiece. The mantel is decorated with dried eucalyptus and warm candles. Throw pillows sit against the base of the fireplace for additional comfort and seating.
29 of Grey Wash Brick Fireplace with Wood Trim
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Grey wash brick fireplace with rustic stained wood trim and white mantel features a white painted brick firebox. An ivory planter is placed in front of the fireplace on a grey wash herringbone tile hearth.
30 of Wooden Wonderland Fireplace
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This holiday hearth sports a naturally stained wood mantel and shiplap statement accent wall over the traditional brick firepit. Decorating the mantel are three candle sticks resting on either side of the framed art and dangling holiday garlands.
