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Fireplace Screens For Protection, Effectiveness, Well Being, And Style

April 22nd, 2010

In the past fireplace screens were used to make the fireplace more efficient and for safety reasons. Old fireplaces were huge taking up much of the room and being up to 5 feet tall. Children and pets could fall into them so a screen of some sort helped to keep them safe. In the 1700’s Count Rumford invented a smaller fireplace that would still give off heat with more efficiency. It is his design that is used today. Fireplace screens were used in the seventeenth century to match up with the new fireplaces. They stopped smoke from coming into the room and kept embers inside the fireplace.

There were two reasons to use a fireplace screen. One reason was that they would absorb heat from the fire in the fireplace and evenly distribute it within the room. Another reason was to provide safety. It would prevent children from coming too close to the fire and would also prevent embers and sparks from tumbling from the fireplace and onto the wooden floor which could start a disaster. During this time fireplaces were used constantly as a place to prepare dinner and to heat the room in winter.

Early fireplace screens could be made of wood, leather, and wicker. At some point in time someone got the idea to decorate them and make them look more fashionable. They would paint wooden and leather screens and eventually they started to be made out of metals with decorative features. Pretty soon fireplace screens became the focal point of the whole room.

Today fireplace screens can serve to keep embers in and children and pets out but they are mostly there for decorative purposes since most homes have heating systems and are not used as often. Today you can get fireplace screens in a variety of styles and colors, sizes and shapes that will enhance the look of your room.

You can get folding screens that usually come in 3, 4, or 5 panels. They can be propped open in front of the fire place opening. They come in a variety of finishes from wrought iron to gold or silver edged. A three panel is about the right size for most modern fireplaces and these a basic folding screen can be purchased inexpensively.

There are also single screens which protect better to keep the ashes in. They go right up against the fireplace and they need to be taken back to take care of the fire. Black screen is the material used to make them and there are usually brackets or handles near the top sides that helps move it. They are usually metal in nature.

You can find more decorative screens as well that are not made from screening materials at all. There are metal ones that come in shapes of different objects. One popular type is the peacock with a centralized body of the bird and the feathers cascade from the top down on all sides being big enough to fit the mouth of the fire place. There is also a fan style that works the same way. Another decorative type is made from wood and is just a square that has been painted in beautiful colors with flowers, or peacocks, and other items. These were fashioned after those in Victorian Era when everything was decorated and garish.

The screens that are placed inside the fire box and surround it are probably the safest. There is a screen that can be pulled to each side of the fire place so that more logs can be added. They also come with glass panels that pull aside to get to the fire box. They will keep those sparks inside and pets and children out allowing one to get to the fire when necessary.

It is a good thing for all fireplaces to have some sort of firescreen in place just for safety’s sake. They will protect your family and pets and look nice in the process.

Jeff Bridges has always enjoyed a warm fire on a cold winter’s night he currently helps run a fireplace screens website, which promotes fireplace screens in all shapes and styles.

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What You Need To Know About Choosing Fireplace Screens To Suit Your Home

April 22nd, 2010

If you have the pleasure of a fireplace, you know what a luxury it can be. Nothing is more cozy, especially in cooler weather, than curling up next to the crackling fire with a cup of hot cocoa. Once fireplaces were the standard for every home; they were a necessity. Now with modern-day central heating, they are more decorative and for pleasure. There are also risks involved with fireplaces, and fireplace screens are a necessary precaution.

You have probably noticed that sometimes a fire will suddenly pop loudly; this is the result of air pockets in the wood exploding. While this sound can be enjoyable, it is also a hazard in the home. Pieces of burning wood and ash can be thrown from the fire onto your flooring or carpet. To keep your home from this hazard, you need the protection of a fireplace screen.

Choosing the proper size fireplace screen can be as important as having one. The best way to ensure you choose the right size is to first measure the height and width of your fireplace. Add 10 to 12 inches to the width and 3 to 5 inches to the height, and this will give you the ideal size needed for the screen. The extra size allowance will keep the screen from tipping over and allow it to fold correctly.

There are two common types of fireplace screens: single paneled and double paneled. Single paneled are more simple and functional while double paneled are more decorative. You will need to determine what best suits your home and needs; this option really depends on what type of person you are, the lifestyle you have, and the ambience of your home.

Fireplaces often serve as the focal point for a room, and they can become more attractive and have more character with the installation of fireplace screens. There are different screen designs to consider; think of the overall decorating scheme of your home and try to choose one that will compliment everything else.

As far as design, this will also depend on the decor of your home and your personal style. There are traditional screens, which are more classic and simple. Antique screens are elegant and usually feature designs with scrolls and curves. Designer screens are for the more modern touch, and outdoor screens are usually black to go with almost any decor scheme.

Fireplace screens designs are usually also available in various colors. You need to choose a color that will compliment the dominant color in the room in which it will be placed.

Jeff Bridges has always enjoyed the warmth received in front of the fire he currently runs a website where he sells fireplace screens. There they promote many differently styles, colors, and designs of fireplace screens.

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Glass Fireplace Screens: Make Your Fireplace More Efficient

January 21st, 2010

One of the least efficient ways to heat a home is with a fireplace. It is difficult to control the size of the fire and the heat that is lost up the chimney. In order to make that fireplace more efficient, consider installing glass Fireplace Screens.

The glass fireplace screens serve the same purpose as any other fireplace screen. They keep the popping embers from escaping from the firebox and starting a fire in your home. The glass screens have many advantages which are not to be found in other open screens.

Glass screens can also be used to control the air that enters into the burn chamber of the fireplace. This feature alone can make a load of wood last much longer and also keep more heat from escaping from the room.

The doors to she screen are made of clear fireproof glass so that you can get a better view of the fire than would be possible with a normal screen. The glass is better at keeping the embers contained in the fireplace than a screen. When you need to add wood to the fire, the doors conveniently fold out of the way to make loading easy.

Even when you close the damper to many fireplaces they leak heat out of the house in the winter and allow it to flow back into your home during the summer. As the heat is drawn into your home, it sometimes brings a smoky smell, even though there may not have been a fire in the fireplace for several months. Glass fireplace screens can be closed and the air inflow damper on the screen closed to keep heat in the house in the winter and outside during the summer. The keep the smokey smell to a minimum, even when you have a fire in the fireplace.

If you have a regular fireplace screen, you should allow the fire to die down before going to bed. The glass screen safely protects your family even if the fire is left burning, as long as the door remains closed. The fireplace can warm your home through the night.

Close the damper on the screen and the flames will die quickly and glowing embers are all that are left in your fireplace. Those embers may burn and give off heat all night long. In the morning you can easily start the fire by adding dry kindling to get the flames going again. Thus, you will be ready for another day of more efficient heating using your fireplace.

Jeff Bridges has always enjoyed a warm fire on a cold winter’s night he currently helps run a fireplace screens website, which promotes fireplace screens in all shapes and styles.

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How To Choose Fireplace Screens For Beauty

January 21st, 2010

In years past, a fireplace was used for both cooking and to provide heat for homes. Today, most homes have modern ways of cooking food and heating; however, fireplaces are still installed as a decorative appliance in many homes. Fireplaces need fireplace screens, irons and other accessories for safety and to accentuate the beauty of the fireplace.

While a fireplace screen does add beauty, it also makes the fireplace much more safe. Many times a fire can send out sparks that the fireplace screen can help to keep from starting a fire in the home. The screen can keep the sparks inside the safety of the fireplace and prevent burns to rugs and the possibility of starting a fire. Always make sure that a fireplace screen is in place after adding wood to the fire.

Traditionally fireplace screens are very simple and classic in design. They are usually clean and able to work with almost any decoration. Traditional screens are made of copper or brass. The could be made with one or more panels. They are available in several sizes.

Still other fireplace screens have an antique look. These screens work very will in Victorian style rooms which rely heavily on tapestries and other elegant items in design. Antique screens feature rounded designs that include swirls, scrolls and flowers. These screens are used primarily in formal homes and should be matched to the other fireplace tools and accessories.

There are also some screens that have been designed by very talented designers that come as a part of a fireplace set that may be perfect for your home.

To choose the correct size fireplace screen, you will need to measure the height and width of your fireplace opening. To the width, you need to add ten to twelve inches. This will give you the ideal fireplace screen width. For the height, add five inches to the height of your fireplace. This gives the ideal width for the fireplace screen.

The extra width allows the side panels of the fireplace screen to fold in and give it stability. This helps to keep the screen from tipping over but still cover the entire opening of the fireplace.

You will also find fan shaped fireplace screens. While many of these screens are beautiful, they do not offer adequate size to be effective at spark arresting and may allow sparks to fly out of the firebox onto nearby surfaces. Therefore, fan shaped fireplace screens should only be used for decorative purposes.

Jeff Bridges has always enjoyed a warm fire on a cold winter’s night he currently helps run a fireplace screens website, which promotes fireplace screens in all shapes and styles.

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Why Purchase The Best Fireplace Screens And Tools

January 21st, 2010

For hundreds of years, nothing has brought warmth and comfort to homes like a fire roaring on the open hearth. The fireplace has served to bring warmth, light and cheer to the family. If you have a fireplace in your home, then you will need a fireplace screen and fireplace tools. There are a wide variety of fireplace screens and tools that are available in many different price ranges.

When trying to sell a home, a fireplace is often a great selling point, even though most homes today do not depend on the fireplace for the primary heat source. It does not matter if the fireplace is located in the living room, family room or master suite.

There are self-contained fireplaces that use gas or electricity for the heat source. These fireplaces take a lot of the work of operating a fireplace away, but do not offer the heat and comfort of a wood burning fireplace. Burning wood requires storing the wood and having outdoor tools for cutting and splitting logs. On the inside, you will also require tools to tend the fire and a screen to keep it safe.

Fireplace tools can help to manage a fire. For moving burning logs and hot embers, you will want to have pokers and tongs. For cleanup after a fire, you will need to have whisk brooms and shovels. To prevent embers and sparks from escaping the safety of the brick, stone or metal portion of your fireplace, and to keep them off the rest or the floor or carpets, you will need fireplace screens.

When choosing fireplace tools, most come in a standard three piece hearth set. This set includes a broom, shovel and a poker. If you choose a four piece set, it usually includes a set of tongs. Most of the sets include a stand or rack to hold the tools. The stand allows the shovel, poker and tongs to stand inside while the broom hangs from a hook in the back to protect its bristles. The rack can be attached to a log holder or to the fireplace its self. It has hooks for each of the tools.

Fireplace tools must be heat resistant, so most are made of steel or iron. Some are coated with brass or copper while others are simply painted black using heat resistant enamel paint.

Log holders can be added to the set. These are available in many sizes and the appropriate size will be determined by the size of the room. A tiny log holder may look silly in a large great room, while some condos will not have room for even the smallest of log holders.

Use of fireplace tools and screens can make burning a fire in a fireplace much safer. Logs can be rearranged so that the fire is kept together. Fireplace screens prevent burning coals from rolling out of the fireplace.

Jeff Bridges has always enjoyed a warm fire on a cold winter’s night he currently helps run a fireplace screens website, which promotes fireplace screens in all shapes and styles.

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Why Are Fireplace Screens Important?

January 21st, 2010

Sitting in front of a fireplace and enjoying a fire while the weather outside is frightful certainly can be delightful. However, if you are enjoying a wood fire, you need to have fireplace screens in place in order to protect your home. Fireplaces allowed to burn without screens can cause house fires that destroy a home and may cause injury or death to that home’s occupants. If you enjoy the fireplace, enjoy responsibly and keep the opening of the fireplace covered with a fireplace screen.

Sometimes people wonder if the fireplace screen is truly necessary, and the answer is yes. It takes very little research to find that screens for fireplaces prevent sparks from jumping out of the firebox and causing damage to the home. Sparks can often fly several feet beyond the hearth and burn carpets. However, if the only damage you get is a hole burned in the carpet you should consider yourself lucky. In addition, screens can also prevent burning logs from rolling into the home.

While a necessity for wood burning fireplaces, a fireplace screen can also give a look of authenticity to gas or electric fireplaces. They can also prevent children from getting too close to the heat source and being burned. Since fireplaces often form the focal point of a room, adding a screen and fireplace tools, makes the fireplace look great.

Even persons that never burn in their fireplaces enjoy having a screen in front of the fireplace because it gives it a great look. If you do burn in the fireplace, you have the assurance that you are doing your best to operate the fireplace as safely as possible.

Fireplace screens come in several unique designs. Some have colored glass inserted int the screen like gems while others may have ornate scroll work, flowers or the addition of brass or gold metal.

Screens can also be used to hide the mess of a wood fire. Ashes and partially burned wood is discussed behind the fireplace screen. This can help you living area to look great until you can have an opportunity for cleaning.

If you want to view your fire without the screen, then you should purchase a glass screen or glass doors. The glass gives you the opportunity to see the fire with an unobstructed view.

While fireplace screens have been used for many years, they still offer a great way to keep your fireplace safe and protect your home. Purchase a fireplace screen in order to keep your fireplace looking great and safe.

Jeff Bridges has always enjoyed a warm fire on a cold winter’s night he currently helps run a fireplace screens website, which promotes fireplace screens in all shapes and styles.

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How To Purchase The Right Fireplace Screens For Your Needs

January 21st, 2010

If you love a roaring fire, you know that the right accessories do more than beautify your home. They keep you safe and make manipulating wood and stoking the fire itself safer and easier. Fireplace screens serve several purposes in the home and come in a wide variety of traditional and contemporary styles that can suit anyone’s home perfectly.

A fireplace screen is made up of several parts. There is a metal framework which holds a screen that prevents sparks from popping out of the fire and onto your floor or furniture. Most often, they are used with a wood burning fireplace since these are the only ones that have the risk of giving off sparks and flying cinders. You can use a fireplace screen with other types of fireplace, but these are often merely ornamental rather than functional.

Fireplace screens need to be stable and made of metal that is fairly thick and hard. You want to make sure that there is no chance that the screen will fall over if it is accidentally bumped or moved so that you can get at the fire inside the fireplace. You also want to make sure that a very hot fire will not melt or warp the frame of the screen since this can make it unusable. It should not be lined with a solid liner since this can keep necessary air flow from reaching the fire and allowing it to burn properly.

There are a range of different styles you can choose from. The first thing to decide is how many panels you want your screen to have. There are fireplace screens with one panel. These are often a simple piece of mesh held in a metal frame. There are also three panel screens. These have a broad central panel that spans the front of the fireplace, and two side panels which keep it propped up. Often, three panel fireplace screens are some of the most traditionally styled ones.

If a screen has more than three panels, it is often because the front panel has been divided up into multiple smaller panels. The individual panels may be ornamented with metal scroll work, flowers or other decorative elements. Different decorations will give different looks. Keep in mind that there is a difference between a fireplace door and a fireplace screen. A screen is generally movable and designed to be set in front of the fireplace whereas a door is often a more permanent installation.

It can be hard to access the fire with some screens. They may be too heavy to move. If you plan to be making a fire that will burn for some time, remember that you will need to be able to prod the fire. You want to think about purchasing a screen that can be drawn to the side in order to let you access the flames. Or, you may need to think about a different style of fireplace screen if you find it is too difficult to get at the fire itself.

Finding a fireplace screen is not difficult. They are sold in stores and on websites. You can find them in home improvement shops, furniture stores and fireplace supply stores as well. It may be easy to find them but picking the right one can be a hard decision to make. By thinking about your needs and how you use your fireplace, it should not be hard to make the choice that is right for you.

Jeff Bridges has always enjoyed a warm fire on a cold winter’s night he currently helps run a fireplace screens website, which promotes fireplace screens in all shapes and styles.

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Fireplace Screens Are Important for All Fireplaces

January 21st, 2010

Fireplace screens are not just decorative, they are necessary for the safety of your home. If you have a wood fireplace, this is especially true. But even for other types of fireplaces, a screen will make the look of your fireplace complete.

For wood burning fireplaces, screens keep sparks from flying into the house and potentially causing fires. It will also minimize the amount of smoke and ash entering the home. Depending on the style you get, a fireplace screen can help to hide the ash that builds up at the bottom of the fireplace until you have had time to clean it.

Also important for safety, is that screens block pets and children from being able to get too near the heat. This is an important factor no matter what type of fireplace that you have in your home. Gas and electric fireplaces can be dangerous as well, even if there is no open flame.

Many people opt to have gas and electric fireplaces in their homes. They are far easier and cleaner to maintain. However, everyone wants these fireplaces to simulate the traditional ones as much as possible. And a fireplace screen is an important finishing touch, as one almost never sees wood fireplaces without one. Even when the fireplaces are hardly ever used, screens are often used just for decorative purposes.

Fireplace screens are available in many styles and materials. They may be glass or metal, such as iron, brass or gold. They can be in single or multiple pieces or may be folding screens. Designs range from the very simple to the extremely ornate, so you will be able to find one that matches whatever decor you have in the room.

For safety purposes, it is very important that your screen is the proper size for your fireplace. If it is not directly fitted within, it needs to be a size that covers the font and sides. It will also have to be higher than the fireplace itself.

Freestanding fireplace screens are not always stable. This can be especially dangerous if you have small children or pets. The folding style of screens can be more unstable than the others. If it seems it is too easy to knock down, you may need to find a way to anchor it to the fireplace.

The vast selection of fireplace screens available ensures that you will find the perfect one for your safety and home decorating needs. There will be no need to sacrifice beauty to protect your family as well as your home.

Jeff Bridges has always enjoyed a warm fire on a cold winter’s night he currently helps run a fireplace screens website, which promotes fireplace screens in all shapes and styles.

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Matching Piece Of Decor Try The Decorative And affordable Fireplace Screens

December 25th, 2009

Snap crackle pop goes the fire and the screen is keeping it all safely inside. The beautiful warm fireplace not only needs a screen it can also be one that is pleasing to decor of the room and the Internet is a good place to start looking for Fireplace Screens.

As already mentioned, a screen is an important safety component of any fireplace. But in order for this to be assured certain dimensions are to be maintained. It is recommended to have an extra 3 to 5 inches from the mouth. ’s height and an additional 10 to 12 inches in width to maximize protection. In stand-alone screens, this also acts as added stability, minimizing the possibility that it will tip over.

From an interior decorators perspective, a fireplace. ’s design may also be matched with a room’s decor. One may also opt for a one-size-fits-all type or a stand-alone kind that curves or folds. Again, the recommended measurements are not to be forgotten and it should be noted that folding screens will require a few extra inches.

Your typical fireplace is a reliable source of heating. A complementing screen acts to improve efficiency as either iron or glass screens provide added control to a fireplace. ’s heat output. They look appealing throughout the year. Many people choose to use the fireplace as another type of decoration in the summer months, and place a vase of flowers or dried arrangement where the wood sits. It looks good and adds charm and becomes a focal point in the room.

One may choose from a selection of iron, graphite, brass, bronze, or even curved glass, to name a few. There are also available matching accessories such as fire starters, cleaning implements, wood holders, hearthrugs, and candelabras. Surely, one may find a perfect combination to satisfy any taste and style for their home.

Take a look at the old fashioned to the modern trends, you will surly find something in between the two eras. The Fireplace Screens is necessary when burning fire in your home but they can become an important element of focus in the decor and design of you home. Do you plan on using your fireplace for decoration only? You can indulge in an idea to replace the wood each season with an item for that seasons produce. Flowers for spring and dried arrangements in the fall and ideas such as these.

Investing in a good screen is important if you plan on using the heat but if you only want to fire it up on rare occasions you only need to make sure you contain the sparks and use it as a safety precaution. The aesthetics can be all important in this case since it is mostly an item of decoration.

Jeff Bridges has always enjoyed the warmth received in front of the fire he currently runs a website where he sells fireplace screens. There they promote many differently styles, colors, and designs of fireplace screens.

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Fireplace Screens - Find Out Why You Really Need One Today

December 25th, 2009

Fireplaces today have become an art form, which can be made of wood, stone, brick, marble, metal, or any other durable material that can withstand heat. Mantle styles too can vary from unadorned to stylish to ornate to fanciful. They often set the decorative tone for the whole room. Having beautiful Fireplace Screens in front of a fire therefore, can enhance to entire activity of making and having fire in your home.

Of course today the sky is the limit when it comes to what shape and size your fireplace must be. I have seen some spectacular fireplaces around the world and can only marvel at the aesthetic value they bring to a room. Of course there are many traditional ones like those made of bricks and mortar or those surrounded by wood alone. Of course they offer use a glimpse into our history every time we make one, and sit back to enjoy the wonderful ambiance that fire can bring to a room.

If you are one of the lucky ones that owns a fireplace, then kudos to you. You must be the envy of many a friend on a cold winters night. Sitting in your favorite chair and listening as the wood crackles and bursts with the heat is wonderfully soothing, and to let your eyes dance with the flames has a certain hypnotic feel to it. But as you sit and watch your fire, you no doubt know that if can also be an extreme hazard if not controlled properly. By this we mean having a good screen to lessen the damage as those embers coming flying out.

It is absolutely imperative to protect your home and your loved ones with a screen which has a dual purpose. Make sure when you shop that you get durable ones which are made of cast iron, glass, copper or brass. Durability is your number one priority and second should be aesthetics.

There are a myriad of screens available to help you choose from. It is a beautiful art form and the designers really take good care to use many metals like cast iron, copper and brass combined with glass, to make a screen fit for a castle.

A word of advise, make sure you take the exact measurement of your fireplace as this could greatly help with sourcing the perfect fit for the open area. Also safety before beauty is the order of the day here. Make sure that your screen is 100 percent safe and won’t melt or fall over.

It is really up to you to shop around and look at various Fireplace Screens, that compliment the room as well as enhances the fireplace itself. What better way to express yourself, than with a beautiful handmade screen.

Jeff Bridges has always enjoyed the warmth received in front of the fire he currently runs a website where he sells fireplace screens. There they promote many differently styles, colors, and designs of fireplace screens.

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