With more and more people owning ventless fireplaces, gel fireplaces and gas fireplaces, one often questions if you really need fireplace tools for them. But, if you don’t need fireplace tools, what are the best fireplace accessories to own to decorate your fireplace or hearth with?

There are several considerations to make about which fireplace accessories to own to really spruce up your hearth, but generally there are just a few choices that you need to make. Depending upon how much you want to spend and what the end result of the appearance is, you can spend as little or as much as you like.

Fireplace Screens

The fireplace screen is an old fireplace accessory that is generally needed only for wood burning hearth fireplaces. A fireplace screen protects your carpet or flooring from having an ember pop from the burning wood that can cause damage to the flooring. Unless you have a desire to give the appearance of a wood burning fireplace for your gas fireplace with gas logs, you probably don’t need a fireplace screen.

If you do want a fireplace screen, you really need to check into what size you need, whether you want a stand alone screen or one integrated into your fireplace insert and what features or design you want your screen to have. There can be some expensive fireplace screens, but you can also find some great deals on durable fireplace screens.

Fireplace Glass Doors

Most fireplaces don’t come with glass doors, however if you have a fireplace insert or a gel or gas fireplace, then you probably already have the glass doors for your particular model. Over time the glass can become stained or soot covered, possibly even discolored from the heat from the fire.

You can find etched glass doors for your fireplace which is a popular option now. With many different etching designs, you can go from a simple geometric design to some of great art works. Also, you can find some stained glass appearance doors for your fireplace that really add an element of style to your hearth or insert.

Durable Fireplace Tools

The last consideration of the best fireplace accessories to own for your fireplace is the tools that you choose. You can spend a little each year on a cheap set of fireplace tools, however if you are buying a new tool set each year, the cost could save you money by buying a durable fireplace tool set that is made from cast iron or stainless steel.

Your fireplace tools set can be a great fireplace accessory to own as it, by itself, can really set the appearance of your fireplace or hearth. With more and more people choosing marble or natural wood mantles, your fireplace tool set is a crucial factor in the appearance. You can find many different styles from rustic to modern tools that will help bring the design of your fireplace into one focal point of your living room or wherever your fireplace may be.

Finding the best fireplace accessories can take a little time, but by having an idea of what your design elements are and what look you are going for ahead of time can save you a lot of time and wondering what would look good. There are quite a few places, such as our sponsors, that specialize in rustic fireplace accessories and more.

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Do it Best Imports DF61237 Home Impressions Fireplace ScreenWrought iron fireplace screen with black finish. Operable doors. Fits flush against opening and has 2 front feet for stability. 44" W. x 33" H.

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