In typically British fashion, this year’s summer has been blissful yet brief. No sooner had the leaves on the trees turned green, than they began to change into brown; with that, the colder months rear their ugly head. As homeowners around the UK search for some respite from the cold, autumn evenings, many will reach for the central heating. Before you opt for the switch over your fireplace, however, why not add a touch of tradition to your living room this year and invest in these must have fireplace accessories to help warm your home in style.
If your fireplace has been shunned in favour of the BBQ and suncream, give it a little TLC for the chillier months with this collection of must have fireplace accessories:
Four Panel Fire Screen
Fireplaces can collect a lot of dirt, even after one burn. To help protect your carpet or flooring from any ash or excess debris, a four-panel fire screen will trap any extremities in the pit and keep them off your floor. In terms of practicalities and functionalities, any of our fire screens are top of the list of must have fireplace accessories.
Once ash is embedded into a carpet, you will do well to get the stain out, and even then you may be left with a faint mark. Stop this problem at its source and invest in one of our reclaimed fire screens.
Pyramid Companion Set
When it comes to getting your fire going, it is not just as straightforward as throwing some logs into a pit and lighting it with a match. Even after you have got your fire going, you will still want to keep an eye on it to make sure the flames do not go out. Purchasing this companion set will arm you with a pewter metal poker so you can reinvigorate your logs once they show signs of fading.
Accompanied by a brush and pan, this set will also allow you to keep your fireplace neat and tidy, while also contributing to the antique vibe of your fireplace.
Shield / Coat of Arms
On the topic of appearance and antique vibes, the odd extravagance can give your whole fireplace a new dynamic. By fitting one of our back tiles, either a shield or coat of arms, you will have more to look at rather than just a collection of bricks.
This must have fireplace accessory will go a long way in turning your once boring and plain pit into a centrepiece for your entire house.
Brass Fireplace Fender
If a centrepiece is what you are after, then why not go the whole hog and introduce a brass fender into your setup? Although less protective than the fire screen, this fender will still collect fallen ash from the underbelly of the fire and protect your carpet from stains and marks.
Coupled with some reclaimed Andirons, this fender will create a grand fireplace for your living room; just make sure you polish the brass after every fire to protect the metal and keep it shining.
Log Shelf
You can’t have a fire without logs, so make sure your collection is given as much attention as the fireplace itself. Depending on the type of your firewood, you may need a large collection of logs for every burn, so to keep them tidy you should invest in one of Cawarden’s signature log shelves. With various designs to choose from, you can create a setup to fit any style, all while keeping your collection of logs neat and tidy.
Although these shelves and holders are perfect for occupying your logs indoors, keep an eye on the remainder of your logs and make sure they are stored in a dry place. If your logs are even slightly damp, they will smoke rather than burn. Be sure to bear this in mind when you decide on where to store your wood.
This collection of must have fireplace accessories will help ease the transition from summer into autumn and, eventually, winter. Not only will they smarten your living room up, they will also help to protect your flooring from the debris of your fires, as well as organising all the aspects of your fireplace.
To find out more about our fireplace accessories and all our other reclaimed products, contact Cawarden on 01889 574066 or use our online form to leave us a message.