Installation Guide

Building a mantle shelf:
Determine the length and depth of mantle shelf (normal depth is 5” to 8”).
Using 3/4” plywood or 3/4” board, measure and cut top shelf to desired length and depth. The trim edges by mitre
cutting edge moulding and attach using carpenter’s glue and finish nails.
Cutting Crown moulding pieces for mantle shelf.
Cut A: Lay long piece of crown moulding in mitre box with bottom of moulding against back fence. Adjust angle of saw
to the left 45° and cut.
Cut B: Measure and cut other end of crown moulding front piece using same method, but changing the angle to 45° to
the right.