Hearth Screen Designs and Ideas
A fireplace is either a warming, comfy focal point of a room or a gaping black hole eyesore. Live burning fires pose a safety risk and unclean, dingy, unused fireplaces are, well, just revolting. Fireplace screens are a remedy for both situations. Numerous fuels burn at different temperatures, some warmer than others. Any fireside screen wants to meet fire safety rules and stop sparks from flying around. Fortunately , there are plenty of fireplace screen ideas available to improve your fireplace whether you use it or not.
Panels
Panel fire screens come in one to 5 panel modifications. Custom screens can have rather more. Single panels lay almost flush with the hearth opening, keeping flames and sparks contained. They could even be bowed a little to sit against uneven rock face hearths. Single panel screens take up a minimum of foot space. Multiple panel screens are traditional and sturdy. Four- and five-panel screens accommodate large fireplaces. The panels can be made from glass, heat-tempered screens or finely detailed metalwork
Glass
Glass panel hearth screens come in unadorned clear or frosted glass inside sturdy metal frames or gracefully designed stained glass artworks. Plain glass screens allow the wonderful thing about the fire to polish thru while patterned or mosaic stained glass adds a dance of light to the fire behind the screen. Whether or not the fire is useless, a grouping of candles behind the screen gives a corresponding warming effect. The screen itself may be the focus of the room, drawing attention to the charm of a fireplace, even if it cannot be utilized for fires.
Ornamental
Ornamental Screen
Heavy, ornate metal screens bring a touch of old-world charm to a hearth and the whole room. Some single and multipanel metal works are backed with tempered glass or heavy screening. The masterful scrollwork on metal screens comes in a selection of finishes such as wrought iron, heatproof black, gold or brass finishes, and iron. These screens can also be painted with heat resistant metal paints if you would like lighter colours for your decor.
Curtains
Fireplace curtains can be installed in virtually any fire opening. Two metal rods are attached to the sides of the fireplace opening and a mounting bracket in the middle. The screen runs along a channel at the top. Fireside screen curtains take up small room while shielding your home from sparks.
Spark Guard Screens
Spark guard screens cover the whole opening of the fireplace to prevent sparks and embers from escaping a blazing fire. They also deter pets and babies from getting too close to the flames. Spark guard screens can be used alone or in association with a more ornate fireplace screen.
