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•Basswood : Because it is both light in weight, and light in color, Basswood will make a very interesting mantel. The wood grain is not very visible, but it does offer a variety of streaks and character marks.

•Butternut: A medium brown colored wood with rich grain patterns, Butternut is also relatively light in weight and is quite popular as a mantel. It is often chosen by customers interested in matching Oak woodwork, because of its similar appearance.

•Walnut: A dark brown wood popular for use in cabinets and furniture, Walnut makes a beautiful Log Style Mantel. Although somewhat heavier and harder than the other species offered, Walnut still works well for a mantel because of its stability.

With some logs, the bark of the tree comes off during the sawing and drying process. The exposed bare face will show the shape of the log, along with knots, worm track or other character marks.

These mantels offer the most rustic look available. Bark face mantels are more difficult to find than the other styles, so the inventory may have fewer choices available.

This style has a more traditional looking flat surface on all sides, but it is still a solid piece of wood rather than glued up thin pieces. The face will show the same grain patterns that are seen on the top and bottom of the mantel.

If the face of a mantel is scarred we can sometimes smooth out the wood with a draw knife. The grain will often show as in a Square Face mantel, but the mantel will still have the natural log shape.

The front face and ends of this style mantel are molded and shaped with carving tools to add depth and character to the final product. This carving will accentuate knots and other characteristics in the mantel face.

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