A horizontal structural member that supports the weight of the wall above a fireplace opening; same as manteltree. If wood, it is often plastered to increase its fire resistance; if metal, it is usually called a chimney bar.
A horizontal structural member that supports the weight of the wall above a fireplace opening; same as manteltree. If wood, it is often plastered to increase its fire resistance; if metal, it is usually called a chimney bar.