Choosing Fireplace Tools
The choice of fireplace tools is determined by the following criteria: the material, the size, the form, and the style.
Material
Tools used for starting fires are nearly always constructed of metal, often brass, wrought iron, or steel that has been polished. There is also the possibility of combining these metals together. The handles of the fireplace tools are sometimes made of wood.
Size
The length of the instruments used for the fireplace is a significant factor in determining their utilization. In general, fireplace tools of a smaller size are adequate for smaller fires, while fireplace tools of a larger size are necessary for larger fires. Naturally, this is also a question of personal preference. When looking, it is important to pay careful attention to the measures that are mentioned so that you do not end up disappointed.
Shape
When it comes to tongs, there is a distinction that can be made between French tongs, which do not have hinges and must be bent open, and English, Dutch, and Belgian tongs, which have hinges and can be opened more simply. In most cases, the Dutch and Belgian tongs have the biggest openings. Personal preference is also a factor in the decision-making process. Tongs that do not have a hinge are more rigid, and as a result, they can have an excellent grip; but, they are more difficult to open than tongs that do have a hinge. They also have a more stylish appearance. In addition to this, you can use them more effectively as a poker than you can with tongs that have a hinge.
In the case of pokers, it is important to consider, in addition to the length, if the poker has a hook or a little point at its end. The hook has a better hold on the flaming wood, but it is a little more difficult to thrust into the flames than a traditional straight poker would be. There are pokers equipped with a hook specifically designed for opening the lid of wood burners that have a lid on top. These are often more diminutive versions of pokers.
When it comes to shovels, both the breadth and length of the tool are important considerations. You could choose to go for a larger shovel if you want to be able to clear away a significant quantity of ashes all at once and if you have less of a need to access tight spots. Because of this, there are some people who own both a large shovel and a smaller shovel in their toolbox.
Style
The fireplace implements that we sell date back to the 17th century at the earliest. Either they have a rather rustic appearance, which is actually the Gothic style or a descendant of that style, or they have a highly adorned appearance. After that, they usually conform to the styles of the fireplace and the furnishings in the room. That might be considered Baroque (during the reigns of Louis XV and Georgian), Neoclassical (during the reigns of Louis XVI and Georgian III), Neo styles (during the reigns of Napoleon III and Victorian), Jugendstil/Art Deco, or Modern.
It is a highly personal decision whether or not to adhere to a certain fashion. It is possible to acquire quite excellent fireplace tools if they are designed in the same style as the fireplace. It might also be nice to create a good balance between a very plain type of fireplace equipment and a decorated fireplace, for example. This can be a beautiful way to get some nice aesthetic effects. Even though the styles or countries of origin of the many fireplace tools are distinct from one another, the assortment of tools can still come together to produce a lovely whole.
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