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Query: Want a 1980s fireplace mantle? This is your book.

I was careful to check the publication date -- 2004 -- and noted that this is a second edition. Surprisingly, this book is full of outdated photos that are nearly two decades old, it seems. The designs might as well be two decades old too, and show very little range or variety even then.To add insult to injury, every five pages or so is a plug for a particular contractor or company's products.As for instructions? Give me a break. If you are in need of instructions don't count on this book, unless you have brand new construction... and need to know how to build a mantle box. NOTE: This is a book about fireplace mantles and surrounds ONLY. It is not really about fireplaces per se -- or how to properly install or use them -- like what gas lines to run.Don't waste your time or money. I bought it used, so I consider myself out five bucks. Oh well.