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Creating Perfect Mantel Displays

Take the mystery out of mantel and hearth displays by learning these basic design points.

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Balance

Good mantel design is just a focused use of the design basics of balance and proportion. The high visibility of mantel decor can make this a decorating challenge. A bit of practice quells anxieties.

Gather up the items you deem mantel-worthy. Play with placement before you do anything permanent like hanging pictures or mirrors.

Browse the following pages to learn more about symmetry and sizing for beautiful mantel displays.

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