Most people find that the fireplace is the natural focus point in any room. By simply adding or changing out a few accessories you can update the look of your hearth without any fireplace repairs Chicago required. No matter your style or budget, we have some great ideas for you ranging from fun and functional or purely for décor purposes.

Fireplace Screens

The fireplace screen is the barrier between your fire in the fireplace and the room. It is normally a frame made of metal with a mesh panel to provide protection from either the gas or wood fire in the fireplace. This extra layer of protection keeps the hot glass of a gas fireplace or the sparks of burning logs where it belongs in the hearth.
These screens are also a less expensive way to change the look and style of your hearth. There are many designs to select from ranging from traditional and classic to current and modern. You will be sure to impress during any fireplace inspection Buffalo Grove by guests.

Poker and Tool Sets
You need to actively use your poker and tool set for a wood burning fireplace to manage the fire, but these tool sets can also add a nostalgic charm and fun to gas or electric fireplaces. Most of the fireplace tool sets include a broom, brush, tongs, poker, shovel and bellows. You can get these toolsets in a wide selection of styles and finishes and you will find a set to match your style and the theme of your hearth. You can find slim designs to fit into even the smallest of spaces.

Hearth Centers & Log Holders

The wood holder is meant to organize and display firewood, logs or fire starter material. Apart from this very practical and functional use for wood holders at wood-burning fireplaces they also add beauty to gas and electric fireplaces. A hearth center can organize and display logs or firewood like a wood holder, but can also provide tools and accessories. Both log holders and hearth centers are available in a wide array of sizes, styles and finishes.

Lanterns

For a very effective and cost-effective fireplace decoration consider using decorative lanterns. They provide a feeling of the outdoors to your décor and they are easy to use. You can opt for the traditional candle lit version or the more modern battery-operated ones. The battery-operated versions can have timers to set or even be remote operated. These features allow you to switch the lanterns on and off without having to operate or open them. These lanterns come in many sizes, colors and styles to suit any hearth.

Candelabras

To add some ambiance to your hearth using candelabras are a stylish option. You can add a touch of warmth and a glow to your unused fireplace with a real or flameless candle option. You can use them anywhere as a versatile solution, pack them along the mantel, on the heart, or even inside the fireplace itself. You are sure to find a few that suit you perfectly with the wide range of sizes, colors, and styles available.