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Fireside Finishings Baxter 72" Primed MDF Wood Mantel Shelf
by Fireside Finishings

Fireside Finishings Baxter 72" Wood Mantel Shelf

SKU FMBRMP72
What's Included?

Here's what ships in the box and what you'll choose above before checkout. Not sure what you need? Call us at (410) 324-6322 and our team will spec the right setup.

✓ Included Standard
Shelf, ledger board, mounting screws and nails
🔧 Options
Above the Cart (select from dropdown)
Finish: 6 options
⚠️ Required to Complete Installation
Caulk in a colour matching your shelf, and paint or a finish coat on primed MDF and the unfinished woods
$689.00 - $1,429.00
$689.00
$689.00 - $1,429.00
$689.00

About This Product

The FMBRMP72 from Fireside Finishings

A 72-inch mantel shelf, 8" deep and 4" tall, that mounts on a ledger board screwed into your wall studs. The Fireside Finishings Baxter has a traditional profile that steps down from an 8-inch top to a narrower base. Primed mdf arrives sealed and ready for your paint colour; unfinished maple arrives raw for you or your finisher to stain or seal on site. Four factory stains are available on the maple. from $689.

Choose the Baxter if you want a classic stepped shelf that reads architectural rather than rustic — Crosby is the modern take on the same idea and Ozark the rustic one.

It is not right if your fireplace needs a full flush mantel with legs framing the opening — this is a shelf only. It also does not set your clearances: how far the shelf must sit above the opening is dictated by your fireplace manufacturer's instructions, and on some units that distance rules a shelf out entirely.

Specifications

The shelf measures 72" wide, 8" deep and 4" tall. It hangs on a ledger board fastened into pre-marked stud locations, then pins to that ledger through pre-drilled holes, and is caulked to the wall in a matching colour.

How the 72-inch Baxter compares to the other Baxter sizes

All the Baxter shelves share the same depth, height and finish range; only the length changes. This one is from $689, against from $579 and from $609. Pick the length off your fireplace opening and the wall around it, not off the firebox alone.

Features

  • 72-inch shelf, 8" deep and 4" tall
  • A traditional profile that steps down from an 8-inch top to a narrower base
  • Offered in Primed MDF, Unfinished Maple
  • Four factory stains — Ebony, Provincial, New Gray and Whitewash — applied to maple before it ships
  • Mounts on a ledger board screwed into pre-marked stud locations, then pins to that ledger with nails through pre-drilled holes

Answers to common questions

How high above my fireplace does the shelf have to go?

That is set by your fireplace, not by the shelf. The instructions cover the shelf only and tell you to follow the fireplace manufacturer's installation instructions so the required clearances are met. Check the clearance to combustibles for your firebox before you pick a mounting height — send us the model number and we will look it up with you.

What’s included, what’s required, and what’s optional?
  • Included in the box: Shelf, ledger board, mounting screws and nails.
  • Required to complete the installation, purchased separately: Caulk in a colour matching your shelf, and paint or a finish coat on primed MDF and the unfinished woods.
  • Optional: A factory stain — the shelf installs identically unfinished.
How is it fixed to the wall, and will it hold?

A ledger board goes up first, screwed into pre-marked stud locations. The shelf then drops over that ledger and pins to it with nails through pre-drilled holes. The manufacturer does not publish a weight rating for the shelf, so we will not quote one — if you are planning to load it up, ask us first.

Can I order it already stained?

Yes — Ebony, Provincial, New Gray and Whitewash are applied at the factory before it ships, to the unfinished maple shelf. Stained shelves are non-stock, so allow extra lead time.

Does buying online affect my Fireside Finishings warranty?

No. The Torch Guys is an authorized Fireside Finishings dealer, and we handle warranty registration and any claim on your behalf — you do not chase the manufacturer yourself.

  • Model FMBRMP72
  • Brand Fireside Finishings
  • Series Fireside Finishings Baxter — Signature Series
  • Unit Width 72"
  • Unit Depth 8"
  • Unit Height 4"
  • Construction Primed MDF, Unfinished Maple
  • Mount Type Ledger board into wall studs
  • Includes Ledger board, mounting screws and nails

Shipping & Returns

Free curbside freight delivery on every order over $399. Inspect the shipment before signing and note any damage on the delivery receipt — freight damage claims must be reported within 5 business days. Most items can be returned within 30 days of delivery as long as the product hasn't been installed, is in the same condition you received it, and all original packaging is intact. Return shipping and the original outbound freight cost are deducted from the refund, and a manufacturer restocking fee may apply. Custom and made-to-order products are final sale. Cancellations are free any time before shipment (custom orders excepted). Threshold and white-glove delivery upgrades are available — ask our team.

Full shipping policy · Full return policy · Questions? Call (410) 324-6322 — when you call, we answer.

Warranty

In the unlikely event your product experiences a defect, our technical team will guide you through the manufacturer’s warranty process. Here is a general outline of what to expect.

Due to the technical nature of our products, the manufacturer must perform troubleshooting to process a warranty claim. Your installer will need to troubleshoot the problem on-site while working in tandem with our technical team. If troubleshooting leads to what The Torch Guys deems as a defective part, we will submit a warranty claim to the manufacturer on your behalf. Before we submit the claim, we will ask you to review the terms and confirm your consent to proceed.

Once the claim is submitted, the manufacturer will review it and either approve or deny it. If they have all the information and accept the claim, your warranty replacement part(s) will begin processing for shipment. If, for any reason, the claim is denied or we need more information, we will notify you as soon as possible.

All warranties are processed as exchanges. You can expect to receive a prepaid return label for the defective part(s), which must be returned within 30 days of receiving the warranty replacement(s).

Warranty claims can take anywhere from 1-4 weeks to process, depending on the season. Given the length of time claims can take, we recommend you fire up your unit in late summer/early fall to ensure your existing fireplace is in good working order for the winter season.

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