Because my apartment unfortunately doesn’t feature any original, built-in mantels, I’ve had to go the faux route, and honestly, I couldn’t be happier with that decision! Most people who come over or view pictures of my apartment online are shocked when I tell them my mantels (yes, I have two!) aren’t original to my space. There really are so many fake versions that really do look ultra convincing. So if you’ve long wished you lived in a home with a mantel (or several), now is your chance to make that dream a reality. We’ve rounded up seven beautiful, realistic looking mantels that all come in at under $800 and will be delivered right to your doorstep. Note that high-end mantels often run for thousands of dollars and require extensive installation, so you’re definitely getting a deal by shopping these affordable, ready-to-ship picks. Best of all, each of these mantels is extremely easy to transport with your other furniture should you move in the near future, so you’re sure to get lots of mileage out of any of these pieces.
