137 Year Old Rock Elm Mantel
Additional information
| Weight | 63 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 70 × 6.5 × 5 in |
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Price:
$500.00
Out of stock
Product Description
I counted about 137 growth rings on this beam. In was already being re-used in a 1920 barn, so it was probably cut in the late 1800s. Subtract 137 years, and this tree was born around 1763 — 13 years before the Declaration of Independence.
This is a piece of Rock Elm that has been aggressively planed and sanded to make a mantel beam. This beam came from a barn near Waconia, Minnesota. However, the beam was clearly being re-used from previous building. (perhaps an original smaller barn).
There are 3 common types of elm in Minnesota — American (white), Red, and Rock. Rock probably accounts for less than 10% of the total elm population at the time. Rock Elm is virtually unavailable in the modern market. It is just too slow growing. I counted about 137 growth rings on this beam. In was already being re-used in a 1920 barn, so it was probably cut in the late 1800s. Subtract 137 years, and this tree was born around 1763 — 13 years before the Declaration of Independence.
This beam has been finished with a water based Polycrylic to preserve the detail of the fine grains.
More Mantel Inventory
You can shop some available mantel beams and thinner mantel shelves on this website.
However, our website here only contains a small number of all of the mantels that we have in stock.
We are literally a mom-and-pop shop that does lots of custom work. We often just don’t quite find enough time to update this website regularly.
We have nearly 150 finished mantels and another 500 or so unfinished pieces in stock at any time that can be viewed with other links.
We also do lots of custom work. If we understand what you are seeking, we can find and create that magic piece.
Please contact us for a full list and personal recommendations. We’re happy to chat and find a great piece for you.
Mantels with Metal
We work with a great local blacksmith to add metal straps and other ornamentation to our mantels. He is the real deal — coal forged and hand hammered. The metalwork has great color and tight fit. Nothing machined. We can start with a finished mantel you find on our site, or we can start with raw stock for more options.
Here are a few examples of the hundreds that we have crafted over the years. We can work together to create something unique. You can also browse our Mantels with Metalwork page.
Installation
In most cases, no special and expensive brackets are required — just some lag screws. The different approaches outlined are very strong, simple, and economical. Take a look at our mantel installation tips.
Contact us via email at antiqueww@gmail.com or call 612-281-9330.
