Sunday, July 13, 2008

Fireplace Tools


It's not unusual for a client to commission a firescreen from me and then realize that their old "Home Depot Special" fire tools just don't make the grade anymore. A beautiful firescreen deserves an equally beautiful set of tools to complete the look. The tools should be functional and feel good in your hand. They can hang on the wall or be displayed on their own stand. A typical set includes three to four pieces: poker, shovel, broom and (sometimes) tongs.

This set was designed to accompany a traditional firescreen with scrolls. It has a poker, shovel and a natural bristle broom. The handles are curved to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand, and the shaft is long enough to reach all the way to the back of the fireplace, making them easy to use. This set was designed to be displayed on their own stand. The stand has a weighted bottom to keep it from tipping over and scroll details to complement the firescreen.

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