A mounting system with a mount member that is configured to be recessed into the wall. The mount member defines a first mount, which is configured to be abutted against a structural member of the wall, a second mount, which is parallel to the first mount, and a pair of first legs that are coupled to at least one of the first and second mounts and which space the first and second mounts apart from one another. A plurality of mounting holes are formed through the first mount and a plurality of clearance holes are formed through the second mount. Each of the clearance holes is disposed in-line with an associated one of the mounting holes. A slot is formed through the second mount. The slot is disposed between the first legs and extends through a side of the second mount.

A mounting system with a mount member that is configured to be recessed into the wall. The mount member defines a first mount, which is configured to be abutted against a structural member of the wall, a second mount, which is parallel to the first mount, and a pair of first legs that are coupled to at least one of the first and second mounts and which space the first and second mounts apart from one another. A plurality of mounting holes are formed through the first mount and a plurality of clearance holes are formed through the second mount. Each of the clearance holes is disposed in-line with an associated one of the mounting holes. A slot is formed through the second mount. The slot is disposed between the first legs and extends through a side of the second mount.

A decorative mantel article for placement above and/or around a fireplace that is lightweight for facilitation of transport and placement is provided. Additionally, the decorative mantel exhibits a non-combustible quality heretofore undeveloped within the mantel industry, particularly for such articles that are provided with decorative aesthetic designs. Such a lightweight article is provided with all non-combustible components with dimensionally stable structural benefits for long-term mounting and usage, thereby providing a sufficiently strong mantel with a low overall weight measurement. A mounting component is further encompassed herein, as well.