The fireplace is a beautifully visible part of the home. It plays an important role in our lives and is a sought-after feature for people looking to build or buy a house. The fireplace reflects the heart and soul of its owners, and can turn a plain room into an inviting retreat. Yet, one of the most exciting characteristics of a fireplace is its role as a design focal point, bringing together furniture, artwork, lamps and draperies in a pleasingly harmonious décor within a room.

Since the hearth is frequently the focal point for decorating a room, no hearth is complete without accessories. Choosing from an amazing array of attractive fireplace facings and elegant mantels can revitalize your décor. Some of our favorite ways to accessorize fireplaces include:

• Fireplace Tool Sets: We love the distinctive tool sets from Pilgrim. The Pilgrim family has been handcrafting quality iron fireplace accessories and tool sets for over three generations.
• Fireplace Screens and Glass Doors: Available in a variety of styles and finishes, screens and doors allow you to accent your décor or your home furnishings. Glass doors are also a practical enhancement for safety and efficiency and can be customized to fit any opening. Some of our favorites are from Portland Willamette, noted for manufacturing the finest fireplace enclosures, fireplace screens and fireplace glass doors available.
• Fireplace Mantels: Fireplace mantels come in a variety of shapes, materials and styles. Your choice of mantel should reflect the décor of the room in which it will be featured. Mantels can be purchased from manufacturers (both stock and custom) or you can hunt down a bargain at an antique store or architectural salvage purveyor.

Not only do fireplace accessories contribute to a home’s design, they also help create a safe and more efficient fireplace. For example, adding a fire screen to the fireplace can help keep children and pets away from the flames, while glass doors can prevent cold air from seeping into the house when the fireplace is not in use.

With hundreds of fireplace accessories to choose from, turning a plain fireplace into a work of art is easy, regardless of the budget! Check out the incredible array of tools we’ve got available in our Concord, NH showroom (above)!! Fireplace Village NH is the largest fireplace accessories and fireplace tools dealer in NH.