Modern oak fire surrounds add natural wood grain and a defined frame to a fireplace. These five white oak mantel kits offer two distinct looks: Hazel’s fluted mid-century styling and Everly’s clean picture-frame design. Choose Hazel Blonde or Unfinished for a 72-by-54-inch overall size, Hazel Umber for a larger 80-by-54-inch surround, or an Everly finish for an 80-by-54-inch frame. Check your fireplace opening and installation requirements before choosing.
| Product | Design | Opening | Overall Size | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel Unfinished | Fluted mid-century | 48 x 42 inches | 72 x 54 inches | Custom finishing |
| Hazel Umber | Fluted mid-century | 56 x 42 inches | 80 x 54 inches | Larger opening and dark finish |
| Everly Unfinished | Modern picture frame | 56 x 42 inches | 80 x 54 inches | Clean lines and custom finishing |
| Hazel Blonde | Fluted mid-century | 48 x 42 inches | 72 x 54 inches | Light oak appearance |
| Everly Whitewash | Modern picture frame | 56 x 42 inches | 80 x 54 inches | Pale, minimalist styling |
Modern Ember Hazel White Oak Unfinished 72-Inch Surround
This Hazel mantel kit pairs a mid-century modern profile with fluted detailing, curved elements, and linear lines. It is made from white oak, and its unfinished surface gives buyers the option to plan a finish around their room’s colors and materials.
- Opening: 48 by 42 inches.
- Overall dimensions: 72 by 54 inches.
- Included: Mantel surround and shelf.
- Installation information: Instructions and standard mounting hardware are included; the listing says basic home installation tools are needed.
Best for: Buyers who want a smaller Hazel surround and prefer to decide how the oak is finished. It was selected for its combination of white oak, decorative fluting, and a more compact listed overall width than the 80-inch options.
Consider: The product is unfinished, so it does not arrive with a completed color treatment. Confirm that the 48-by-42-inch opening and 72-by-54-inch overall dimensions suit the fireplace and wall before ordering.
Modern Ember Hazel White Oak Umber 80-Inch Surround
This Hazel version has a fluted mid-century design and an Umber finish. Its listed opening is 56 by 42 inches, and its overall size is 80 by 54 inches. The product includes the surround and shelf, with instructions and standard mounting hardware.
- Material: White oak, according to the product listing.
- Design: Fluted paneling, curved details, and linear lines.
- Opening: 56 by 42 inches.
- Overall dimensions: 80 by 54 inches.
Best for: Buyers seeking a larger Hazel surround in a darker named finish. Compared with the 72-inch Hazel versions, this model has a wider listed overall dimension and a larger opening, making exact measurement especially important.
Consider: The larger size may not suit a narrower fireplace wall. Compare both the opening and overall dimensions with the fireplace and available wall space; do not select based on the opening measurement alone.
Modern Ember Everly White Oak Unfinished 80-Inch Surround
The Everly uses a modern picture-frame design, with clean lines and a minimalist profile. This kit is made from white oak and is listed as unfinished. It has a 56-by-42-inch opening and an 80-by-54-inch overall size, and includes a wooden surround and shelf.
- Style: Picture-frame design intended to blend traditional and modern features.
- Material: White oak.
- Installation: Instructions and standard mounting hardware are included; the listing calls for basic home installation tools.
Best for: Buyers who prefer a simpler frame instead of Hazel’s fluted detail and want to choose a finish for the wood. It was selected as the larger, clean-lined alternative in the product set.
Consider: The unfinished surface requires a finishing decision, and the 80-by-54-inch overall size needs adequate wall space. Check the fireplace opening dimensions and installation instructions before purchase.
Modern Ember Hazel White Oak Blonde 72-Inch Surround
This Hazel kit has the same fluted mid-century styling and listed dimensions as the unfinished 72-inch option, but is named Blonde. The surround is made from white oak, and the set includes a mantel surround and shelf.
- Opening: 48 by 42 inches.
- Overall dimensions: 72 by 54 inches.
- Style: Curved and linear details with fluted paneling.
- Installation: Instructions and standard mounting hardware are included.
Best for: Buyers who want Hazel’s decorative profile in a lighter named finish and need the smaller listed size. It provides a pre-named finish option in the 72-inch overall-width Hazel group.
Consider: The listing identifies the finish as Blonde but does not provide a color sample in the supplied details. If coordinating wood tones is important, review the product images and confirm the finish appearance with the seller before committing.
Modern Ember Everly White Oak Whitewash 80-Inch Surround
This Everly kit combines a minimalist picture-frame design with a Whitewash finish. Its white oak surround and shelf have a listed 56-by-42-inch opening and 80-by-54-inch overall dimensions. Instructions and standard mounting hardware are included.
- Design: Clean-lined, modern picture-frame profile.
- Material: White oak, as described in the listing.
- Included: Wooden mantel surround and shelf.
- Installation: Basic home installation tools are identified as necessary.
Best for: Buyers who want Everly’s restrained design with a pale named finish. It offers the same listed dimensions as the unfinished Everly, so finish preference is the key distinction between those two options.
Consider: Its 80-inch overall width may be too large for some walls. Confirm the product’s opening and overall measurements against the fireplace, nearby trim, and available wall space.
Buying Guide: How To Choose A Modern Oak Fire Surround
Which design suits your room?
Choose Hazel if you want the surround itself to have more visible detail. Its mid-century profile uses fluted paneling, curved elements, and linear lines. Choose Everly if you prefer a simpler picture-frame appearance with clean lines and a minimalist look. Both styles are described as suitable for blending traditional and modern design, but their visual emphasis differs: Hazel is more decorative, while Everly is more restrained.
How should you compare opening and overall dimensions?
Use the opening measurement to compare the surround with the fireplace opening, then use the overall dimensions to assess the footprint on the wall. The listed 72-by-54-inch Hazel versions have a 48-by-42-inch opening. The 80-by-54-inch Hazel Umber and both Everly options have a 56-by-42-inch opening. Measure the fireplace and wall rather than assuming that similar product names indicate matching fit.
Should you choose unfinished or a named finish?
An unfinished option gives you a surface without a completed color treatment, according to its product name. It is the choice to consider when you want to plan the finish yourself, while recognizing that the product information does not specify a finishing method. Hazel Blonde and Hazel Umber, along with Everly Whitewash, provide named finish choices. Check images and product details when matching existing wood or paint, because the supplied information does not include a finish sample or exact color description.
What is included, and what should you verify?
The listings describe each product as a kit that includes a mantel surround and shelf. The product information also says instructions and standard mounting hardware are included, and identifies basic home installation tools as needed. Read the instructions and confirm that the listed opening, overall size, and mounting approach work for your specific fireplace and wall. The available product details do not establish compatibility with every fireplace type or installation condition.
How do you choose between these five options?
- Choose Hazel Unfinished for a 72-by-54-inch overall size and a finish you plan to determine.
- Choose Hazel Blonde for the same listed dimensions with a Blonde finish name.
- Choose Hazel Umber for Hazel styling, an Umber finish, and the larger 80-by-54-inch overall size.
- Choose Everly Unfinished for a clean picture-frame look and a surface listed as unfinished.
- Choose Everly Whitewash for the picture-frame design with a Whitewash finish name.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these fireplace surrounds made from oak?
The product listings describe the Hazel and Everly surrounds as white oak wood. Check the full listing for current material and finish details before ordering.
What is the difference between Hazel and Everly?
Hazel has a mid-century design with fluted paneling, curved details, and linear lines. Everly has a modern picture-frame design with clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic.
Which options have a 48-by-42-inch opening?
Hazel Unfinished and Hazel Blonde are listed with a 48-by-42-inch opening and 72-by-54-inch overall dimensions.
Which options have an 80-by-54-inch overall size?
Hazel Umber, Everly Unfinished, and Everly Whitewash are listed with an 80-by-54-inch overall size. Their listed openings are 56 by 42 inches.
Do the kits include installation hardware?
The product details state that instructions and standard mounting hardware are included. They also say basic home installation tools are needed.
How can I choose the right surround size?
Measure both the fireplace opening and the wall area where the surround will sit. Compare those measurements with the product’s opening and overall dimensions, and review the installation instructions before deciding.