Bryan's Bookcase/Mantle

On the house we are finishing right now, Bryan has his baby: the bookcase and mantle. It took quite a while to complete but as you see from the pictures Bryan did an amazing job. He's my brother you know!



My favorite part is the heavy mantle that runs the length of the bookshelf. While the hickory is not my favorite looking wood, with this stain on it the result is beautiful. Today the stone boys showed up and put the rock onto the fireplace and how the look is complete.



This house has the mountain theme and the stone really brings that out.



Here is what the headers in this house are like. I made all of these, it took quite a long time, I believe there were 69 total headers on the house.



Adding a nice touch to the door casings are these plinth blocks. Quite an easy way to add some extra appeal.