Fireplace Complete!!!

Well, not really 100% but close enough. Couple of small details left (caulk and install wood to hide TV underneath mantle). But here is the new finish of the mantle (Ralph Lauren Suede finish):



Oh and a big shout out to my friend Spiccoli for the help on the crown. Turned out great - you da man!!!

And I found a before shot for comparison purposes. Note the big ol' subwoofer box was actually hidden in the corner behind a large entertainment center: