Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this full renovation series, I turned a plain drywall wall into a stone fireplace feature wall using Versetta Stone Tight-Cut in Lunar Drift— and added a custom live edge mantel that I milled myself.
In a midrange remodel, every upgrade has to make sense. Stone isn’t cheap, so the real question is whether a fireplace feature wall like this is worth the investment — or if it’s overkill for this level of home.
In this video, I walk through the full Versetta Stone installation, show how the system goes together, and share what I learned along the way. I also build a one-of-a-kind live edge mantel using my homemade chainsaw mill to create a true focal point in the room.
If you're planning a fireplace remodel, considering a stone feature wall, or look at Versetta Stone by Westlake Royal Building Products for your project, this should help you decide if it makes sense for your home.
Learn more about this stone siding here: westlakeroyalbuildingproducts.com/siding-and-accessories/versetta-stone/stone-panel
Project details:
• Versetta Stone fireplace installation
• Stone feature wall in a midrange remodel
• Live edge mantel build with chainsaw mill
• Fireplace focal point design
• Full home renovation series
This video is part of the “Fixer Upper to Dream Home” full renovation series where I document every major decision and upgrade from start to finish.
SHOP WHAT WE USED
shoplowes.me/4aLV0Zr
DIY Building + Contracting Community
patreon.com/mrpostframe
RENOVATION MATERIALS
shoplowes.me/49k0RGj
TOOLS FOR THE JOB
amazon.com/shop/marshallremodel/list/1368UK4EAEVBY?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_5WJTQAF3M8ZCYY1DCHJK
BUILD PARTNERS
mrpostframe.com/about-4
Hammer
bosshammerco.com/?ref=opUzOPCAaxHRCw
Use code for a discount: MRPOSTFRAME
Safety Glasses/Sunglasses
iwearhyspecs.com/MRPOSTFRAME10
Use code for a discount: MRPOSTFRAME10
Work Boots
rockroosterfootwear.com/?ref=dbHZ1eOSlWw9
Use code for a discount: MRPOSTFRAME
CONNECT
PO Box 11
Winterset, IA 50273
instagram.com/mrpostframe
facebook.com/mrpostframe
tiktok.com/@mrpostframe
Sound Stripe - PASOWKJTYZHAXMIT
#VersettaStone #FireplaceRemodel #StoneFeatureWall #HomeRenovation #LiveEdgeMantel
In this full renovation series, I turned a plain drywall wall into a stone fireplace feature wall using Versetta Stone Tight-Cut in Lunar Drift— and added a custom live edge mantel that I milled myself.
In a midrange remodel, every upgrade has to make sense. Stone isn’t cheap, so the real question is whether a fireplace feature wall like this is worth the investment — or if it’s overkill for this level of home.
In this video, I walk through the full Versetta Stone installation, show how the system goes together, and share what I learned along the way. I also build a one-of-a-kind live edge mantel using my homemade chainsaw mill to create a true focal point in the room.
If you're planning a fireplace remodel, considering a stone feature wall, or look at Versetta Stone by Westlake Royal Building Products for your project, this should help you decide if it makes sense for your home.
Learn more about this stone siding here: westlakeroyalbuildingproducts.com/siding-and-accessories/versetta-stone/stone-panel
Project details:
• Versetta Stone fireplace installation
• Stone feature wall in a midrange remodel
• Live edge mantel build with chainsaw mill
• Fireplace focal point design
• Full home renovation series
This video is part of the “Fixer Upper to Dream Home” full renovation series where I document every major decision and upgrade from start to finish.
SHOP WHAT WE USED
shoplowes.me/4aLV0Zr
DIY Building + Contracting Community
patreon.com/mrpostframe
RENOVATION MATERIALS
shoplowes.me/49k0RGj
TOOLS FOR THE JOB
amazon.com/shop/marshallremodel/list/1368UK4EAEVBY?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_5WJTQAF3M8ZCYY1DCHJK
BUILD PARTNERS
mrpostframe.com/about-4
Hammer
bosshammerco.com/?ref=opUzOPCAaxHRCw
Use code for a discount: MRPOSTFRAME
Safety Glasses/Sunglasses
iwearhyspecs.com/MRPOSTFRAME10
Use code for a discount: MRPOSTFRAME10
Work Boots
rockroosterfootwear.com/?ref=dbHZ1eOSlWw9
Use code for a discount: MRPOSTFRAME
CONNECT
PO Box 11
Winterset, IA 50273
instagram.com/mrpostframe
facebook.com/mrpostframe
tiktok.com/@mrpostframe
Sound Stripe - PASOWKJTYZHAXMIT
#VersettaStone #FireplaceRemodel #StoneFeatureWall #HomeRenovation #LiveEdgeMantel
