48" Jim MDF Fireplace Mantel by Pearl Mantels - White Paint Finish

Fireplace Surround: Timeless Décor

The Jim Fireplace Mantel Surround is a masterpiece that seamlessly blends timeless designs with modern elegance. Elevate your hearth area with this beautiful fireplace surround by Pearl Mantels and add to the special comfort, warmth and a sense of tradition to your household. Even when if there's no fire, your fireplace can still be the source of character and a gathering point for your home.

Pearl Mantels embodies the essence of timeless designs and the Jim is the poster of their fireplace surround line up. It's crafted with meticulous attention to detail making it not just an accessory; it's truly a piece of fine furniture that brings comfort and class together. Made from durable medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and encompasses classic appeal with a white paint finish. MDF is an extremely versatile material that is commonly used in furniture, cabinets, and decorative moldings. You can be assured that the Jim Fireplace Mantel Surround is built to last for all your family gatherings and traditions.

Fireplace Frame Specifications

The Jim Mantel Surround features a 1 1/2 inch projection off the wall to provide ample space to accommodate your choice of tile, stone, marble or other finishing materials for easy installation. The generous dimensions make it a versatile addition with an interior width of 48 inches and interior height of 42 inches with a weight of 60 lbs. The base has a width of 61 inches, shelf length is 65 1/4 inches, and shelf depth of 7 3/4 inches. The leg depth measures at 3 1/2 inches with an overall height of 52 3/4 inches.

How to Build the Jim Fireplace Mantel Surround

Assembling the Jim Fireplace Mantel Surround is easy as can be as it comes in 3 pieces that include two legs and one header. The two legs securely attach to the header using the included nuts and bolts, and then is installed on the included mitered hanger board to make it effortless. Give it a full seamless look to conceal any gaps with the included 3 piece mitered scribe molding set. Mounting hardware is not included.

Pearl Fireplace Mantel Surround Details

The Pearl Inlay that graces the right hand side of the shelf provides proof that you have received an authentic Pearl Mantel. With over 30 mantel and shelf designs, Pearl continues to innovate and design quality products for a diverse selection to cater to the needs of all consumers. When you decorate your home, choose Pearl for quality and choose Northline Express to be the ones to provide you with exceptional customer service.

How Far Out Should a Fireplace Mantel Be?

If you are unsure about what size mantel you need, we have a video tutorial that can help you determine to the correct sized fireplace surround that can be found here: How to Measure for Fireplace Mantels.

How to Decorate a Fireplace Surround?

A fireplace mantel is more than an accessory, it's a statement piece that is the focal point of any room whether you choose to keep it bare or dress it up with accents such as flower vases, portraits, and candelabras. Make your home the perfect place to gather during the Holidays where you can bring the spirit to life by adding wreaths, garland, stockings and other decorative additions. At 48 inches in length, there is plenty of shelf space for you to create your own unique look.

Northline Express can help you decorate your mantel with these tips from our How to Decorate Fireplace Mantels.

What is the Difference Between a Fireplace Mantel and Surround?

A fireplace mantel is typically called a mantelshelf or mantelpiece and is the shelf-like structure that is installed above the fireplace opening. A fireplace surround is the entire decorative structure that surrounds the entire fireplace opening, which means it includes legs to go around the outsides of the openings as well as above the opening. It is the framing of the fireplace.

At Northline Express, our goal is to educate our customers with our knowledge and expertise so that you can make a well informed purchase. We have compiled a list of common questions to help you understand the purpose of a mantel, common materials used, and the differences in various designs here: Fireplace Mantel FAQs.

Note: Wood is considered a combustible material. Heat clearances must be adhered to. If installing over a fireplace, check your local building codes and the manufacturer's instructions for your specific fireplace insert or stove.

Pearl Mantels is a leading manufacturer of fine furniture quality wood and MDF mantels, shelves, and adjustable mantels and shelves for the fireplace and the home. Pearl also manufactures (patented) non-combustible shelves, (patent pending) non-combustible surrounds, and a line of cast stone shelving for indoor and outdoor use. With over 30 mantel and shelf designs, Pearl continues to innovate and design furniture quality products that meet the needs of consumers, designers, home builders and contractors. When you decorate your home, pick a Pearl.

**Look for the pearl inlay that graces the right-hand side of the shelf as proof that you have received an authentic Pearl Mantel.**