Thursday, March 29, 2012

Shopping For Fireplace Screens And Tools

By Quinton V. Cottrell


There are several reasons to use fireplace screens in your home; protecting your home from fireplace debris is just one of them. The decorative aspect of these screens is also something worthy of consideration. A variety of fire place accessories can provide a unique touch to the overall style of your home, such as fire place tools, and your yard or porch in the case of outdoor fire pits. If you take A bit of time to shop in local stores and online, you can find a variety of nice items, some of which are sure to fit your home's dcor and your budget. What are some of the most common tools and accessories that folks use to decorate their fireplaces and how can you use them in your home?

Metal rods connected with screens of thin metallic mesh make up the typical design that fireplace screens have had for many years. You can find rod iron fireplace screen designs, many of which use folding fireplace screen panels to fit any fireplace, regardless of its shape or size. There are also brass screens that are made in decorative designs and painglass fireplace screen options that use colorful stained glass to create a unique and eye catching touch to your fireplace.

Fireplace tools make great accents to complete the dcor of your fireplace's hearth. A full set tends to include a stand and several tools, such as a shovel, broom, and poker. To make a very pleasing visual effect, you can get a fireplace tool stand made in the same material and color as your fire place screen. If you are using a decorative folding fireplace screen made with stained glass, however, you may prefer a simple tool stand that does not detract attention from the screen.

Outdoor fire pits are also a nice idea for folks who want to enjoy the relaxing beauty of a fire, but outside the house instead of indoors. There are lots of different fire pits to choose from, including artistically designed copper pits and simple, metal fire bowls.

Fire place screen prices differ greatly, depending on whether you want a folding fireplace screen, a rod iron fireplace screen, or a different style. Finding the one that coincides with your style and budget will help you make your home beautiful.




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