{"product_id":"oak-beam-mantel-shelf","title":"Solid Oak Beam Mantel Shelf - Up to 1.2m","description":"\u003cp\u003eA solid oak beam mantel shelf, machined from a single length of timber with no glue joints. This chunky oak beam mantelpiece makes a substantial fireplace mantel for traditional and contemporary fireplaces alike, and works just as well as an oak beam for a wood burner or stove. Available in lengths from 0.6 m to 1.2 m, each piece retains the natural character of rustic-grade oak including knots, checks, and grain variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed a longer length?\u003c\/strong\u003e For 1.5 m, 1.8 m and 2.4 m shelves, see our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oak-beam-mantel-shelf-1-5m-to-2-4m\"\u003e1.5 m to 2.4 m oak beam mantels\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRustic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividually planed, unfinished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 mm or 100 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mm, 150 mm or 200 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6 m, 0.9 m, 1.2 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJoints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-length, no glue joints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFireplace mantel shelf above a stove insert, gas fire, or open hearth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of a full fireplace surround when combined with matching oak pilasters or legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative floating shelf in alcoves, hallways, or living rooms where a rustic oak finish is wanted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBespoke LED-lit display shelf, with a rebate cut to order for strip lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the shelf to acclimatise in the room where it will be fitted for at least five to seven days before fixing, particularly in rooms with a working fireplace where temperature and humidity vary. The shelf can be fixed using construction adhesive, screws through a timber batten, or dowel rods depending on the wall substrate and the weight it will carry. Once fitted, finish with a suitable hard-wax oil or clear matt lacquer to protect the grain and prevent staining from ornaments or heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlat £25 delivery across mainland UK on all lengths up to 1.2 m, or collect from the yard in Bridgend. Local South Wales customers can also arrange same-day collection or next-day delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I order a length shorter than 0.6 m?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Nottage Timber Merchants accepts bespoke orders, including shorter lengths and non-standard sizes. Contact the yard in Bridgend directly to discuss your requirements before placing an order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the knots and checks in rustic oak a defect?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Rustic grade oak is selected specifically for its natural character. Knots, shakes, and grain variation are inherent features of the grade and contribute to the appearance, not signs of structural weakness in a mantel shelf application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this shelf be used with an LED strip light rebate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Nottage Timber Merchants can cut a rebate along the underside or rear edge of the shelf to accept LED strip lighting. Request this as a bespoke option when ordering and provide the channel dimensions required by your lighting system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I order a length shorter than 0.6 m?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Nottage Timber Merchants accepts bespoke orders, including shorter lengths and non-standard sizes. Contact the yard in Bridgend directly to discuss your requirements before placing an order.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Are the knots and checks in rustic oak a defect?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No. Rustic grade oak is selected specifically for its natural character. 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Request this as a bespoke option when ordering and provide the channel dimensions required by your lighting system.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor matching oak mouldings to complete a fireplace surround or alcove shelving project, browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/timber-mouldings\"\u003etimber mouldings collection\u003c\/a\u003e at Nottage Timber Merchants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nottage Timber Merchants","offers":[{"title":"75mm \/ 100mm \/ 0.6m","offer_id":52575869272401,"sku":"35829-75-10-06","price":19.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mm \/ 100mm \/ 0.9m","offer_id":52575869305169,"sku":"35829-75-10-09","price":28.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mm \/ 100mm \/ 1.2m","offer_id":52575869337937,"sku":"35829-75-10-12","price":39.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mm \/ 150mm \/ 0.6m","offer_id":52575869469009,"sku":"35829-75-15-06","price":28.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mm \/ 150mm \/ 0.9m","offer_id":52575869501777,"sku":"35829-75-15-09","price":44.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mm \/ 150mm \/ 1.2m","offer_id":52575869534545,"sku":"35829-75-15-12","price":52.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mm \/ 200mm \/ 0.6m","offer_id":52575869665617,"sku":"35829-75-20-06","price":35.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mm \/ 200mm \/ 0.9m","offer_id":52575869698385,"sku":"35829-75-20-09","price":52.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mm \/ 200mm \/ 1.2m","offer_id":52575869731153,"sku":"35829-75-20-12","price":52.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm \/ 100mm \/ 0.6m","offer_id":52575869862225,"sku":"35829-10-10-06","price":26.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm \/ 100mm \/ 0.9m","offer_id":52575869894993,"sku":"35829-10-10-09","price":39.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm \/ 100mm \/ 1.2m","offer_id":52575869927761,"sku":"35829-10-10-12","price":52.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm \/ 150mm \/ 0.6m","offer_id":52575870058833,"sku":"35829-10-15-06","price":35.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm \/ 150mm \/ 0.9m","offer_id":52575870091601,"sku":"35829-10-15-09","price":52.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm \/ 150mm \/ 1.2m","offer_id":52575870124369,"sku":"35829-10-15-12","price":52.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm \/ 200mm \/ 0.6m","offer_id":52575870255441,"sku":"35829-10-20-06","price":35.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm \/ 200mm \/ 0.9m","offer_id":52575870288209,"sku":"35829-10-20-09","price":52.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm \/ 200mm \/ 1.2m","offer_id":52575870320977,"sku":"35829-10-20-12","price":52.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/1467\/1697\/files\/oakmantel.webp?v=1769517178","url":"https:\/\/www.timberonline.co.uk\/products\/oak-beam-mantel-shelf","provider":"Nottage Timber Merchants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}