Fireplace andirons provide a better draft in the fireplace, better burning of the wood (environmental aspect) and hold the wood so that it cannot easily roll out of the fireplace (safety). No grate is required when using large logs or tree trunks. With smaller logs, it is wise to place a fireplace grate on the beams of the andirons. Instead of andirons with a grate, you can also opt for a fireplace basket of grate, where the andirons and the grate form one whole.

Fireplace accessories are all items used in or for the fireplace. They generally have three functions: 1. Handling the fire in such a way that it is more pleasant, safer and more manageable; 2. Handling the fire so that it is more sustainable for the environment; and 3. A decorative function. Old and antique fireplace accessories are often beautifully made and bear witness to great craftsmanship. These works of art can beautify any fireplace, including a gas fireplace or a fireplace that isn't used.

We distinguish three types of fire screens: 1. fire screens that protect the house, people and animals against the risks of a burning fire; 2. decorative screens or summer screens that only serve to decorate the fireplace when there is no fire burning; and 3. fire screens that protect people from the heat of the fire (primarily a function from the past)

The most essential fireplace tools in a fireplace set are the following the fireplace tongs, fire poker, fireplace shovel, a bellows or blow poke and something to store the fireplace tools.

The primary function of a fireplace screen is to prevent sparks from the fire from entering the room. Fire caused by a fireplace is still a common cause of house fires. In addition, a fireplace screen prevents children and pets from coming into contact with the fire.

An antique fireback as a backsplash instantly gives character to a kitchen. However many people do not look forward to safely install a heavy fireback above their stove. Unnecessary as there are several ways to safely mount a fireback. We describe them here. However it is important that the best option for you is agreed with the contractor who installs the fireback. This person should ensure that the fireback is safely mounted.

What is the purpose of andirons or firedogs? It is possible to build a fireplace fire on the hearth floor of the fireplace. This fire, though, will not burn as well and long because a fire needs a great deal of air. An open fireplace needs 250 – 350 m³ of air per hour. That is why andirons or firedogs are needed.