Category Archives: Cast Stone Mantels

14 July 2015

How to Burn a Wood-Burning Fire in Your Firebox

Cold nights trying to light a fire. Ring a bell? Starting a wood fire outdoors let alone in your own fireplace can be a chore. Because building a wood-burning fire… Read More

10 July 2015

Designing Your Family Room

Tips on High-End Design and Décor for a Family Room The family room is aptly named. It’s the place where you get together with your friends, children and loved ones… Read More

25 June 2015

A Fireplace Transformation: The Laurent

A fireplace can either be the focal point of a room or unite all the features of one room into a cohesive design. In this New Yorker’s home, the Laurent… Read More

19 June 2015

Give A Man a Mantel

Does this room not seem perfect for the man in your life? Can you imagine them chatting with a drink in hand, jesting during a round of poker or simply… Read More

22 May 2015

Memorial Day Décor with Americana Designs

All-American Fireplace Mantel Designs and Decorations Memorial Day is just a few days away and is the perfect opportunity to honor veterans and our friends and family fighting for our… Read More

15 May 2015

What Fido Really Thinks of Your Fireplace

Ways to make fireplaces pet friendly Excerpt from Your Dog’s Diary: “I woke up this morning on the cold spot in front of my fireplace. I don’t think that’s how… Read More

08 May 2015

Mantels for Moms

Whether you’re celebrating your mother, an expecting sister, a grandma or any other woman or to-be mother in your life, there are few things better than surprising them with a… Read More

01 May 2015

How NOT to Use Your Fireplace for Heat

You’re hosting a dinner party and the food is good, the music is appealing and the mood is relaxing. Not an awkward moment is felt, everyone has something to talk… Read More

15 April 2015

How to Decorate With Your Tax Return

Without a budget in mind, decorating can quickly get out of hand. Avoid seeing moths fly out of your wallet by using your tax return wisely. If you are a… Read More

26 March 2015

Bring the Outdoors, Inside

During this cold weather season when it’s either, snowing or raining, it’s hard to get our dose of the outdoors. Now, we can easily bring the outdoors, inside by decorating… Read More

18 March 2015

“Green” Remodeling

In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, we thought we would do a spin on the color green by helping you “Go Green!” Instead of celebrating this Irish holiday by… Read More

27 February 2015

Five Fireplaces We Love

Last week we featured trending fireplace designs to inspire change during the season of new beginnings: Spring! At Old World Stoneworks, we love bringing a touch of elegance and helping… Read More

20 February 2015

Decoration Inspiration: Hot Fireplace Design Ideas

Hot Fireplace Designs Timeless designs all start one way, through trying and testing. Give your home design a refresh by trying something new and turning a trend into a classic… Read More

29 January 2015

Famous Celebrity Fireplaces

Famous Fireplaces All fireplaces are created equal but they are each unique in their own way. One thing cast stone fireplaces and cast stone mantels have in common is the… Read More

22 December 2014

Best of 2014: Melissa Fliegel

This is the third and final post for our Best of 2014 campaign. Over the past year, Old World Stoneworks has worked with some great people and we wanted to… Read More

18 December 2014

5 Easy Tips For a Unique Mantel – Christmas Edition

Christmas is a magical time, with traditional holiday decor that's glittery, cozy and jolly enough to put a smile on your face! And if you have a fireplace at home,… Read More

04 December 2014

Best of 2014: Taylor Stark

This is the first post in a series we are calling the "Best of 2014". Over the past year, Old World Stoneworks has worked with some great people and we… Read More

08 August 2014

Before and After: Cambridge Fireplace Mantel

A local homeowner graciously allowed us to document the installation of their Cambridge fireplace mantel which you can see the before and after results below. The home had an existing wood… Read More

21 May 2014

La Madeleine Project

Starting in 2013, Old World Stoneworks has had the honor of providing our cast stone fireplace mantels for six new la Madeleine Country French Cafe projects. These locations include… Read More

19 March 2014

5 Unique Cast Stone Fireplace Installations to Inspire You This Spring

Think fireplaces are just for family rooms? We’ve compiled a list of five unique cast stone fireplaces from Old World Stoneworks to inspire you this spring! Take a look at… Read More