Types of Fireplace Screens Available



by Georgia Pickenberry


Fireplace screens are now turning into a favored item in several houses. It can become highly confusing when searching for a fireplace screen as some screens have 1 or 2 different shapes panels like bowed, curved or straight as well as diverse shapes and some actually have access doors. Also remember that there is a difference between a spark guards and fireplace screens. The most well-liked are panel screens which have one flat-panel and sit on adjustable feet and fit flat against the fire.

The Garland fireplace screens collection provide a large spread of screens. One can get single panel copper antiques that have a slight bow and are curved, which permits these screens to stand freely. When placed in front of the fire the center of the fire screens curves outward and the sides fit against the fireside wall.

The Best and Most Popular Fireplace Screens.

The best and most popular fireplace screens are the three, 4 and five panel screens which come with piano hinged between the panels. One can position these panels in order to fit the width of the fire brilliantly. The most well liked design is the 3 panels which create a standard setting. The middle panel is two times the width of the side panels. Some 3 panel fire screens have bowed panels and when opened forms a steady bow.

The less common fireplace screens such as the custom fireplace screens have a completely unique appearance. The designs and styles are uncommon and can usually be altered to varied widths. These varieties of screens provide visual balance and are beautiful and graceful. Then there are also filigree and solid brass screens that have either flat or arched tops.

Fireplace Screens with Access Doors and Three Panels.

Three panel screens with access doors are a new and innovative feature, as most fireplace screens must be moved around when adding logs or tending to the fire. Screens with access doors don't need to be moved around and the doors are joined into the middle panel.

What are Spark Guard Fireplace Screens?

These fireplace screens are a separate class and are screens that protect one from flying sparks that may cause a fire or burn the furniture. A fireplace screen like this looks the same as the three panel screens but comprises of an extra top section which curves and not of the panels have hinges which makes this type of screen stiff. These types of fireplace screens have handles which are used to move the guard.

With the help of beautiful fireplace screens hearths can now become a focus and one can also make use of other fireplace accessories like log racks and irons. Irrespective of whether the screens are designer or off the shelf one can now make their fireplace tasty as well as add character by making use of fireplace screens. These screens have classical as well as modern shapes which should serve the most discriminating functional and decorating wants.




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