# Fireplace Accessories – Everything You Need to Know

- Link: https://hearthsidepatio.com/fire-pits/fireplace-accessories-everything-you-need-to-know/
- Published: 2022-03-27T01:52:48-04:00
- Author: hearthsideri

Everyone has seen the comfortable Instagram photos and videos of perfectly laid 
out fireplace accessories framing a cozy evening indoors while the snow comes down
outside. These images paint our imaginations with desirable family activities that
are a lot easier to attain than we think. Having a quality set of accessories for
maintaining and enhancing your fireplace elevates your in-home experience.

 

While you review our list of different [patio and hearth accessories](https://hearthsidepatio.com/)
for your fireplace, keep in mind the general size and shape of your setting. Stick
to those accessories that amplify your atmosphere and do not get in the way while
people are trying to walk around your fireplace.

 

## Fireplace Screens and Spark Guards

Safety is always a primary concern with any fireplace. A well-made spark guard is
the perfect fireplace accessory to protect your kiddos and pets whenever they are
playing a little too close to the fire. In addition, these essential items keep 
embers from jumping outside of the fireplace structure and onto nearby carpeting,
rugs, paper materials, or skin. The longer you can ensure the safety of your home
and guests, the more you will get to enjoy your fireplace for years to come.

 

## Fireplace Tool Sets

A traditional toolset of fireplace accessories includes four essential pieces – 
a poker (stoker), tongs, broom, and shovel (pan), all of which can be hung or secured
on a convenient stand. Most of these tools come in heat resistance metal materials
that are easy to keep clean, so the practical and aesthetic value of the tools never
goes away.

 

Another key fireplace tool to get when you are considering different patio and hearth
accessories is a log holder. If you are operating a wood fireplace, you need a reliable
source of fuel nearby so you can maintain the heat and flame levels. Even if you
use a gas or oil fireplace, having a stationary log holder adds to the overall ambiance
of your fireplace setting. That is why you see many people with bellows hung on 
their walls even if they have no practical use with modern fireplace models.

 

## Patio and Hearth Accessories

If you are going to have an outdoor fireplace set, try to pick up a quality fireproof
rug. They ensure you get a refined look to your fireplace without risking danger
because of fire-resistant materials. They also add a bit of comfort to the whole
experience you are going for, especially if you add an andiron to your fireplace.
That is the metal structure that holds firewood aloft to improve airflow. Again,
even if you use an oil or gas fireplace, you will likely see an andiron inside the
structure to give the impression of a traditional wood-powered fireplace.

 

No matter what kind of fireplace accessories you are currently in the market for,
be sure to visit the experts at Hearthside Fireplace & Patio. We have been supplying
families and businesses around Rhode Island, Mass, and New York for years. Our clients
rely on our professional expertise to guide them to the best quality patio and hearth
accessories to enhance their overall experience. Give us a call today or [visit our store](https://hearthsidepatio.com/product-type/hearth/hearth-accessories/)
to learn more about how we can serve your fireplace needs.