Mantle decoration in Dawlish
Looking for professional mantle decoration help in Dawlish? Hembury Contracting provides reliable seasonal services across Dawlish and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Dawlish
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.
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### 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 |
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### 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
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### 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.*
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### 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 Dawlish?
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.
Our Dawlish Service Coverage
We cover Dawlish and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Dawlish or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
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 about Mantle decoration in Dawlish
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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Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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