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> How to find the right accessories to upgrade your fireplace |
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With the right accessories, you can turn any
fireplace into an incredible masterpiece. Adding just the right
touch can turn a plain fireplace into something more elegant or a
contemporary fireplace into a more traditional look. All it takes is
some creativity and the perfect accessory.
Start with adding a set of andirons that will add beauty as well
as functionality. Andirons are used in place of fireplace grates or
as in addition to fireplace grates. Either way, they help to keep
logs from falling out of the fire onto the hearth or floor. In fact,
many years back, the construction of a fireplace was not considered
complete until a Fireback was added. The charm and use of a Fireback
is back in use today and offers an appearance of elegance while
protecting the fireplace back wall as well as offering a beautiful
reflection of the flames.
To give your fireplace a nice touch you can add a kettle or steamer.
Although these accessories add humidity to otherwise dry air, they
also offer a nice homey look to your fireplace and come in many
different styles and colours.
Other great fireplace accessories can be placed on your mantle yet
still serve a purpose. For example, replace your old wooden matchbox
with a beautiful brass vase. In fact, you can even replace the
matches with long-stick matches that come in various colours. Other
items that provide a wonderful look include boot scrapers, damper
hooks, gas valve keys, ashbins, and much more!
You might consider a beautiful bellow, a firewood caddies, or cone
box. Brass, copper, and wood are always popular choices and many of
the fireplace accessories available today are specially designed,
often featuring original hand-painted drawings. Try different
options, looking for the perfect balance. If your fireplace does not
have a mantle, you can use your hearth for the accessories but just
be sure to keep things uncluttered and do not go overboard or it
will take away from the fireplace rather than add to it. |
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