Business Details
33 Years
experience
Custom Solid Wood Mantels for Your Fireplace
Germain Mantels has been crafting quality wood fireplace mantels for the Capital Region of New York since 1993. Our products feature solid North American hardwoods selected for their superior quality, with no use of plywoods, composites, or veneers. Each mantel is meticulously constructed to standard dimensions or customized to meet specific design requirements, emphasizing the natural beauty of real wood and traditional woodworking techniques. Our preassembled units eliminate the need for on-site labor typically associated with kit assembly, offering time and cost savings for homeowners, contractors, and dealers.We provide unfinished mantels to allow precise paint or varnish matching with adjacent woodwork, while our mirror surrounds offer additional decorative flexibility. With decades of experience in fireplace design and installation, we support projects ranging from complete zero-clearance fireplace installations to modernization of existing fireplaces with high-efficiency inserts. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction has established us as a trusted provider in the fireplace mantel industry.
Services
Custom Wood Mantels
Preassembled Mantels
Fireplace Surrounds
Mirror Surrounds
Shelves and Wall Caps
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in custom wood mantel manufacturing
- Our mantels use only solid North American hardwoods with no composites
- Preassembled units eliminate complex on-site assembly requirements
- Custom design options available for unique fireplace configurations
- Unfinished mantels allow perfect paint/varnish matching with existing decor
Services
Custom Wood Mantels
Handcrafted fireplace mantels made from premium North American hardwoods. Available in standard dimensions or fully customized to fit unique fireplace openings. Unfinished surfaces allow perfect paint or stain matching with existing decor while maintaining structural integrity and traditional craftsmanship.
Preassembled Units
Fully assembled mantel systems that eliminate complex on-site assembly. These units reduce labor costs and installation time while ensuring consistent quality. Ideal for contractors seeking efficient solutions and homeowners preferring hassle-free installation.
Mirror Surrounds
Custom wood frames designed to complement fireplace mantels. Available in standard 54" x 54" dimensions or custom sizes. Enhance wall decor with matching wood finishes that coordinate perfectly with adjacent fireplace installations and interior design elements.
Fireplace Surrounds
Comprehensive fireplace surround solutions combining mantel shelves with decorative elements. Available in multiple styles including arched headboards and bowed shelves. Constructed with the same premium hardwoods and craftsmanship as our standard mantel offerings.
Shelves and Wall Caps
Architectural wood components including shelf units and wall caps. Designed to coordinate with fireplace mantel systems while providing additional decorative options. Available in standard dimensions or customized to match specific design requirements.
People
Barret Germain
Owner
Barret Germain leads operations in Schenectady, NY, bringing decades of woodworking expertise to custom mantel design and manufacturing.
Mark Germain
Owner
Mark Germain manages Vermont operations, contributing extensive experience in custom wood product fabrication and customer service.
Questions
What materials do you use for your mantels?
We use only solid North American hardwoods with no plywoods, composites, or veneers in our mantel construction.
Are your mantels preassembled?
Yes, all our mantels ship fully preassembled to eliminate on-site assembly requirements and reduce installation time.
Can I customize mantel dimensions?
Yes, we offer custom dimension options for all mantel styles to fit unique fireplace configurations.
Do you provide installation support?
Our preassembled units include optional interior trim molding for easier installation by professionals or DIY homeowners.
What wood options are available?
We offer mantels in Poplar and Red Oak, with custom wood choices available upon request.
