If you have a fireplace in your home, you should protect your home with a barrier between your living area and the fireplace. The best solution to this is using a fireplace screen door. They are very important for safety reasons, and they can add great look and style to your hearth.
Why should you use a fireplace screen for your home?
Safety is by far the most important reason for getting a fireplace screen. They will keep embers or sparks from coming out of the fire and onto surrounding areas which may be flammable. You cannot underestimate the ability of embers to move through the air and spread fire. A good fireplace screen will prevent this from happening, so you can keep your fireplace burning for extended periods of time without being worried. It will also keep objects from falling into the fireplace or getting too close. This will prevent the fire from spreading, as well as keeping you and your possessions safe from accidents. All it would take is for a newspaper to fall too close to start a fire. As always, when it comes to fire, safety comes first – this is why the fireplace screen is totally necessary.
A standard wrought iron fireplace screen door, complete with iron stokers and ash pans.
How many types of fire place screens are there?
There are many different types and styles of fireplace screens to suit your preferences and the specifics of your fireplace. While there is a variety, the three basic categories are partitioned screens, hinged door screens, and pull-chain screens.
Partitioned screens consist of 2-4 sections which are connected by hinges. They can be adjusted to cover your fireplace properly without having to get too close. You can easily position them for the greatest effectiveness and aesthetics.
Hinged door screens are flat and are placed against the fireplace opening, totally covering it. Their main feature is the two doors incorporated into the screen which can easily be open or shut. This allows you to tend the fire with the greatest convenience while still keeping it secured.
Pull-chain fireplace screens hang down in front of the fireplace like curtains. By pulling a chain, they are drawn aside or pulled together. This is a very convenient way of managing the screen. They have the special advantage of being able to fit all different kinds of fireplaces.
Which metals are used in these fireplace safety screens?
Fireplace screen doors come in various types of metal, such as iron, steel, brass, or copper. A notable exception is glass fireplace screens. These come in all different attractive styles and designs. They can be found in partitioned or hinged door form, and there are also flat planes which can be fitted to your fireplace.
How much does a fireplace screen cost?
Fire place screen doors are available for all different prices. Much depends on the style, construction, and materials used. A cheap screen can be purchased for about $80. The standard range is $150 to $200. Beyond that, high quality fireplace screens are sold in a wide price range from $200 to $800 maximum. The higher end models are usually restricted for people who are looking for a screen which can match the overall décor of the room, as well as keeping their home safe. However, the cheaper models will provide ample security for your home, despite having a more bleak look to them.
