Bronze Fireplace Screen

Every fireplace needs an enclosure such as a screen or panel to prevent sparks from flying out. These enclosures also help serve as a barrier for people or pets who may get too close to a burning fire. There are many different kinds of screens, including those made from glass and wrought iron. For a charming ages old look, consider a bronze fireplace screen. Although most of the time these fireplace accessories won't be crafted from pure bronze they will look as though they were. The look is one of gleaming warmth often distressed to appear aged.

Bronze is a material onto which a natural patina forms over time. The patina is a sign of age but adds a distinguished quality to the metal. Often you'll notice wrought iron bronze screens with intricate scrollwork that have a weathered look about them. Many of these screens look old but are actually brand new and can be ordered from a variety of online retailers or purchased from many hardware and home improvement stores. Whether your taste is simple or intricate there is a bronze screen for you.

The majority of fireplace screens fold at least three times. Some of them have more than three folding panels. Then there are flat panel screens, which have zero folds and fit right over the fireplace opening. The right style for your home depends on your fireplace, how much room you have and what kind of look you're going for. In smaller areas flat panel screens are ideal, for larger areas a traditional folding fireplace enclosure might be the way to go. The more you compare different items the easier it will be to choose your favorite.

There are many different bronze fireplace screen manufacturers and sellers in stores and online from which you can select. Even though viewing an item on your computer isn't the same as seeing it in person, you can still get a pretty clear idea of whether or not it would look good in your home. The dimensions of your fireplace, the room in which it is located and your interior color scheme should all factor into your decision. In general, a bronze fireplace enclosure looks fantastic with other warm shades and Tuscan inspired interiors. Whether you choose gleaming bronze or dark heavily distressed bronze it will add a European sophistication to the room.

 

 

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Archstone Sponsored Partnership Acquires 131-unit Community in Kirkland, Wash. - MarketWatch (press release)

Archstone Sponsored Partnership Acquires 131-unit Community in Kirkland, Wash.
MarketWatch (press release)
The apartment homes that were not upgraded during a previous partial renovation will be fitted with new kitchen cabinets and countertops, new light fixtures, upgraded fireplaces and mantels and more. The renovations will bring the community's interiors .

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Energy Fireplaces: A Potential buyer's Guide to purchasing Electric .
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Allegedly negligent architect charged in firefighter's death
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Fireplace sparks Westwood blaze - Cincinnati.com

Fireplace sparks Westwood blaze
Cincinnati.com
WESTWOOD - EUR” Cincinnati fire crews are issuing a warning about fireplaces after one caused an overnight fire. A fireplace that had not been recently used or inspected caused a blaze at 2946 Mignon Ave. in Westwood, said District 2 Fire Chief Duane .
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Meeco products keep fireplaces looking fine
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Fireplaces in $11M Home Were Made of Drywall, Officials Say in Manslaughter . - ABA Journal

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Fireplaces in $11M Home Were Made of Drywall, Officials Say in Manslaughter .
ABA Journal
Despite the home's hefty pricetag, the fireplaces in place at the time of the blaze did not meet building standards and presented an "extreme immediate and imminent hazard," according to an affidavit attached to an article in the LA Now blog of the Los .
Architect of Hollywood Hills mansion damaged in fire is charged in .Q13 FOX
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Nation's Oldest City: British surprised by rarity of chimneys in St. Augustine
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Companies working to keep fireplaces safe for kids
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Danver
Danver Stainless Steel Cabinetrys EcoSmart fireplaces adds warmth and ambiance to an outdoor kitchen or living area without the hassle of traditional outdoor fires. The fireplaces use clean-burning bio-ethanol fuel, which eliminates the need for a chimney and flue...


Jackson Systems, LLC Introduces FiresideFriend„˘ Gas Fireplace Remote Controls
Jackson Systems, LLC, an Indiana-based, award-winning HVAC manufacturer, has launched a new profit-making family of products for contractors called FiresideFriend„˘.Indianapolis, Indiana (PRWEB) February 15, 2012 With over 10 million homes in the United States having gas fireplaces, HVAC contractors are missing out on a great opportunity. FiresideFriend„˘ from Jackson Systems is a family of remote ...


Fireplace Accessories - New York Times

New York Times

Fireplace Accessories
New York Times
And three of them had fireplaces, including two in her current apartment, which she shares with her husband and three children. EURśFor me, the fireplace is central to everything: it's the axial center of the room,EURť said Ms. Hampton, who runs the interior .

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EPA deadline drives state to boost air rules - Bellingham Herald

EPA deadline drives state to boost air rules
Bellingham Herald
Bills that would let regulators ratchet down levels at which burn bans are called, set moisture limits on firewood and open the possibility of new restrictions on fireplaces are moving through the legislative process. The state House passed its version .

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Modern fireplaces a hit in many N.J. homes
These days, home is not necessarily where the hearth is. Although fireplaces are as hot as ever with homeowners, more modern models are eliminating hearths entirely from their designs, says Chuck Hemwall, founder of East Coast Energy Products in West Long Branch...


Yorktown's 'Historical Jewel' is for Sale - Patch.com

Yorktown's 'Historical Jewel' is for Sale
Patch.com
This 1861 Victorian home has 4 fireplaces; the estate includes a one bedroom cottage and a carriage house with a 3 bedroom dwelling. The listing price is $1.59 million. By Plamena Pesheva Majestic Victorian Elegance sitting back from the road with .

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Companies working to keep fireplaces safe for kids - KPIC

KPIC

Companies working to keep fireplaces safe for kids
KPIC
By Herb Weisbaum SEATTLE -- Kids and fireplaces can be a potentially dangerous mix, and open flames aren't the only thing parents have to worry about. Little Brandon Christiansen was just 13 months old when his hands were seriously burned by the glass .
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Brandon's Burns
There is a danger in your home that's injuring hundreds of children each year, including a little boy in Spokane. Glass-front fireplaces are installed in many new homes and can be added to older ones, but did you know the glass can reach a temperature of 400 degrees?..


Fire damages historic home in Nether Providence - Delaware County Daily Times

Fire damages historic home in Nether Providence
Delaware County Daily Times
According to Ortoleva, the fire was caused by the improper construction of the fireplace in the addition, which was built in the 1960's. The wrong kind of brick was used to build the fireplace and over the years, caused the wood surrounding to .

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Architect of Hollywood Hills mansion damaged in fire is charged in firefighter's death
Prosecutors allege that Gerhard Becker, 48, ignored safety recommendations and installed outdoor fireplaces inside the $11-million home after inspections were completed. He's been charged in the death of L.A. firefighter Glenn Allen. Becker's pleaded not guilty. When firefighters arrived at the $11-million mansion in the Hollywood Hills last year, they thought they had a chance to save the 13 ...


Architect of Hollywood Hills mansion damaged in fire is charged in . - Los Angeles Times

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Architect of Hollywood Hills mansion damaged in fire is charged in .
Los Angeles Times
Prosecutors allege that Gerhard Becker, 48, ignored safety recommendations and installed outdoor fireplaces inside the $11-million home after inspections were completed. He's been charged in the death of LA firefighter Glenn Allen.
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The hidden dangers of gas fireplaces
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The Pleasure Of Skiing Deer Valley (PHOTOS) - Huffington Post (blog)

The Pleasure Of Skiing Deer Valley (PHOTOS)
Huffington Post (blog)
The lobby's funky and fun, with a big fireplace and a wine and cheese hour every evening, plus dogs of all descriptions; after all, at Kimpton hotels, pets are important guests, just like their humans. When I get to my room, it's just as memorable: no .

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