What We Like About This Fireplace Mantel Carved from the side of the majestic North American Butternut the Ross Mantel Shelf has a front that bows inward to give this fireplace mantel a broad appearance. Butternut wood is closely related to American Black Walnut but with a coarser grain and lighter more golden color. The accent of the natural bark and the veins and swirls of the butternut wood will add beauty to your hearth.Please note: Mantel shelf will vary slightly from the one shown. Because each log is different each mantel has its own unique grain and characteristics. These differences do not affect the structural strength of the mantel.Dimensions: 72L x 10D x 4h inche