Mantle decoration in Exeter
Professional mantle decoration services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Christmas mantle decorated with your garland, lights and stockings arranged safely and securely. Everything positioned to look festive without damaging your fireplace.
Make Your Fireplace the Festive Focal Point
Your mantle is the first thing people see when they walk into your living room at Christmas. Garland draped properly, lights twinkling, stockings hung just right - it sets the whole festive tone.
💡 Pro tip: A well-decorated mantle makes even a simple room feel completely Christmassy. It's worth getting it looking right rather than just draping stuff randomly.
Why Professional Setup Helps
Anyone can throw garland on a mantle. Getting it to look balanced, stay put, and be safe - that takes a bit more thought.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Common Problems |
|---|---|
| Garland secured evenly along the mantle | Falls down by Boxing Day |
| Lights woven through and tested | Tangled mess or half not working |
| Stockings hung without damage | Hooks drilled into Victorian mantle |
| Balanced, symmetrical arrangement | Looks wonky and rushed |
What You Get
🎄 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Planning | Work out best layout for your mantle size |
| Garland | Secure it properly, arrange it to drape naturally |
| Lights | Thread through garland, test everything works |
| Stockings | Hang using damage-free methods |
| Finishing | Position ornaments, candles, or other decorations |
🎅 You're Left With
- Professional-looking mantle display
- Everything secured safely
- No damage to your fireplace
- Ready for Christmas family photos
Pricing Guide
| Mantle Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard mantle | 1 hr | £60 |
| Large or elaborate display | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. You provide decorations, I provide the setup.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Period fireplace - don't want to damage original features
✅ Tall mantle - need someone who can reach safely
✅ Hosting Christmas - want it looking perfect for guests
✅ Hate fiddling - you've got better things to do than arrange garland
Why Choose Us for Mantle decoration in Exeter?
Garland fitted securely to the mantle
Lights arranged and tested safely
Stockings hung without damaging woodwork
Everything positioned to look balanced
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
I'll look at your mantle, work out the best way to secure your garland, and plan the layout.
Step 2: Build Up
Garland goes on first, secured properly so it won't shift. Then lights threaded through and tested.
Step 3: Finishing Touches
Stockings hung, ornaments positioned, everything checked for balance. Stand back, adjust if needed, done.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to decorate your own mantle? Here's how to get good results:
🎄 Kit you'll need
- Garland (real or artificial)
- Christmas lights (warm white looks classic)
- Stocking hooks (Command brand are good)
- Blu-tack or removable hooks for securing garland
- Step stool if needed
📐 Getting the layout right
- Start with garland - drape it along the mantle front
- Secure at each end and middle with small hooks or weighted ornaments
- Arrange the drape so it hangs evenly
- Thread lights through the garland (not just laid on top)
- Test lights before you finish arranging everything
- Hang stockings evenly spaced
🎅 Stocking placement
- Three stockings: left, middle, right evenly spaced
- Two stockings: thirds in from each end, not right at the edges
- Use identical hooks so they hang at the same height
- Command hooks don't damage paintwork
⚠️ Safety considerations
- Keep garland and stockings away from the fireplace opening
- Don't let decorations hang inside where heat rises
- Battery-operated lights are safer than mains if you use the fire
- Check smoke detector still works (not blocked by decorations)
💡 Pro trick: Weave your lights THROUGH the garland rather than laying them on top. Looks more professional and hides the wire better.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🔥 Working fireplace? I'll position everything safely away from the opening. You can still use your fire, just maybe not roaring flames all evening with decorations up.
Real vs artificial garland? Real smells amazing but drops needles and dries out. Artificial is easier, lasts years, and I can arrange it more permanently. Your call.
Multiple mantles? Some Exeter houses have fireplaces in several rooms. I can do them all in one visit - living room, dining room, bedroom - whole house coordinated.
Tall mantles in older houses are common around here. I'll bring a proper step ladder, not balance on your sofa arm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does mantle decoration actually involve?
I'll attach your garland securely to the mantle, arrange lights through it (testing they work properly), hang your stockings, and position any ornaments or candles you want displayed. Everything gets arranged to look balanced and festive without damaging your fireplace.
How do you attach things without damaging the mantle?
Depends on your mantle. Usually small removable hooks or sometimes just the weight of the garland draped properly. I never drill or use anything that'll leave marks - it's Christmas decorations, not permanent fixtures. Command hooks work brilliantly for stockings.
Can you work with decorations I already own?
Absolutely - most people want their own garland, lights and stockings arranged. If you're missing bits, I can advise what would work, but I'm not providing the decorations themselves, just the setup.
How long does decorating a mantle take?
Average mantle is about an hour. Longer if you want something elaborate with lots of ornaments and styling, quicker if it's just garland and a couple of stockings. I'll take time to get it looking right rather than rushing.
What about working fireplaces - is it safe?
I'll make sure nothing's hanging where it could catch fire, and lights are positioned safely away from heat. If you're planning to use the fire over Christmas, I'll position everything accordingly. Safety first, always.
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