Every fireplace owner can make use of a variety of fireplace tools to not only use within the burning fireplace or stove, but also serve as a valuable visual enhancement. There are many options for fireplace tool materials, from wrought iron to closed weave. Tools are often found in tools set, that include a fire poker, tongs, a shovel, and a broom. Other additions may include miniature or compact tool sets. Styles and designs are readily available for a variety of decorative needs and tastes.
Keeping a tool set near the fireplace, or simply as a decorative accessory, can help to create a unique and distinct look. From simple to ornate, each tool set can complement the room’s style. Antique, brass, pewter, and chrome are just a few popular options that can balance out the look and feel of the room. The tools are often hung on a small rail, and this can be placed right next to the hearth or beside a column.
Some fireplace owners choose to hang the fireplace tools near the mantel, or position them within a rack or basket nearby. Whatever the case may be, the fireplace tools can be the perfect decorative accessory for the fireplace surround. The poker is used to move around coals and logs from a distance, while a shovel can be used to remove or shift any ash. A broom will be used to sweep away dust, debris, and ash in the area when the logs have been burned down, while tongs can help you add logs to the fire while the fire is burning.
A poplar fireplace tool set is biased-bent square steel set hat includes a hand-forged poker and craftsman shovel. This is made of simple, hammered steel and includes a hand-tied sorghum broom. A wrought iron set gives a nice sleek and simple finish, and is ideal for both antique style fireplaces and contemporary art deco designs. Another popular hearth set is a triangle tool set that offers a stable trim design and angled rack. An angled rack can provide an extra visual enhancement, and sits elegantly beside the fireplace hearth or columns.
A swing style tool set can be easy to put together, and comes in a complete ensemble with a poker, shovel, and broom. The swing tool set is an attractive focal point in your fireplace hearth area. Scrolled and crooked handles add a personalized touch to the tools; curls on the top and bottom of the tool handles can offer a unique look to standard fireplace designs, and add an elegant touch.
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