The mantels, I think there were two, those could be taken to an boring apartment, painted, put a basket (thin) with dried flowers or cool sticks or a neat candle holder that holds several tea lights or the next size up where the “fire” would be. Then place a picture/painting above it, a vase with fresh or dried flowers, candles & BOOM. A complete change to dull, for 200 bucks or so! You’re welcome. My husband said it would be cool, but not in our house.  If the Mantle is old, then the paint may have lead paint.  Not a good idea to sand it yourself, look around for a privately owned wood shop & ask them if they can take the paint off.