Dec 19 2011

Wrought Iron Fireplace Screens

Fireplace Screens are an essential accessory if you have a traditional wood burning fireplace. It only makes sense to get a fireplace screen in a sturdy, heat resistant material that will endure the temperatures and still maintain its beauty and look for the years to come. The first and most obvious material that comes to mind in this regard is wrought iron.

With a great number of design and finish options, wrought iron is sturdy and long lasting and can withstand the effects of heat and sparks as it protects your home, pets and loved ones from the flames and runaway sparks from the fire.

Fireplace screen is a must-have safety tool for households with children, senior citizens and/ or pets. The Fireplace screen not only provides necessary safety from the fire, but also ensures an even glow and heat flow from the fireplace.

You can opt for a variety of designs when choosing a fireplace screen for your hearth. The design and sizes vary according to need and mood. You can opt for a slick, single paneled fireplace screen if you have a modern fireplace with minimalist design approach. On the other hand, you can also go for a three-paneled Fireplace Screen that looks more elegant and stylish when placed in front of a classically decorated fireplace.

You can also choose from a variety of design options as well. From classic patterns to floral embellishments, there’s a fireplace screen that suits every mood and pleases every taste. You can try to match the design with existing wrought iron pieces in your living room, or go for a complementary design.

TimelessWroughtIron.com offers a wide range of Fireplace Screens from all the major wrought iron manufacturing companies across the U.S. You can go for any one of these brands as per your requirements, taste and budget.

Please visit www.TimelessWroughtIron.com to browse the entire range of Wrought Iron Fireplace Screens. You can Contact Us for further info and ordering. TimelessWroughtIron.com offers free shipping on orders over $250.


Dec 17 2011

Wrought Iron Fireplace Tools Sets As Christmas Gifts

The holiday season is here, and Christmas gift lists are fast in execution this time of the year. This time try opting for something unique and different. Surprise your friends and loved ones with a beautiful Wrought Iron Fireplace Tools Set. This beautiful gift is not only practical, but comes in highly ornate and festive designs. Wrought Iron Fireplace Tools Sets are sturdy and practically indestructible and the recipient shall cherish this thoughtful gift for the years to come.

Wrought Iron Fireplace Tool Sets are obviously indispensable if you have a wood burning fireplace. You can choose one of many designs for your tool set, adding style to organization and order around your fireplace.

From modern day inspired tool set designs to classic, Old World charm, Wrought Iron Tools Sets really are a sight to behold. With beautifully ornate designs and a wide range of finish options, you can easily choose a piece that matches your living room and fireplace decor to perfection.

You can buy Fireplace tool sets from any of the leading wrought iron companies like Pilgrim Hearth, Napa Forge and Enclume designs. Each manufacturer has a signature look and you can find one that suits your taste perfectly.

The wide variety of finish options allows you to use a Fireplace Tools Set as an accent to your existing decor. You can opt for tool sets with brass, copper or silver handles. The traditional matte black finish works well with any decor and color theme imaginable.

You can also opt for a combination tools set that doubles as a log holder. This helps if space is an issue. You can neatly store your firewood and the fireplace tools all in a single rack that is very stylish, yet practical.

Please visit www.TimelessWroughtIron.com to browse through our entire collection of Wrought Iron Fireplace Tools Sets. You can Contact Us for further details regarding info and orders. TimelessWroughtIron.com offers free shipping on orders over $250.


Dec 10 2011

Fireplace Log Carriers & Holders

Fireplace Log Carriers & Holders are essential fireplace accessories if you have a traditional wood burning fireplace in your home. Available in a number of design, color and sizes, you can easily find the perfect match for your existing fireplace decor and fireplace accessories.

Fireplace Log Carriers make wood storage and transport hassle free. From simple canvas bags to stylish yet functional leather and canvas log carriers and suede wood carriers, you can choose from a wide variety of options in terms of style, color, material and of course, price.

The Leather and Canvas log carriers come in a number of colors like chocolate brown, beige, dull green and mustard. All of these colors go well with any color scheme that you may have in your living room. You can use a contrasting log carrier to act as an accent to the existing color scheme in your living room.

Fireplace Wood holders are offered by many wrought iron manufacturers and wrought iron happens to be the best material when you are looking for a wood holder that is to be placed next to a real live fire. It is not only heat resistant but is also sturdy so that the rough edges of the logs will not damage the rack with use.

You can choose a firewood rack to suit your needs and space requirements. More compact versions come with a combo of Fireplace toolset, wood carrier and maybe a newspaper rack all elegantly rolled into a single piece. This way, you can stay organized and make excellent use of your floor space while still maintaining a stylish and elegant look.

From small, chic log holders that are decorative and still functional to practical canvas log carriers or heavy duty firewood holders and carts, your options are wide open and you can find a suitable log carrier or log holder to meet your requirements and your budget.

Please visit www.TimelessWroughtIron.com to buy Fireplace Log Carriers and Holders. TimelessWroughtIron.com offers free shipping on orders over $250. Please Contact Us for further details.


Nov 26 2011

Wrought Iron Fireplace Accessories

The Fireplace serves as a central focus point of the home where the family gathers for all important occasions. Whether it is Christmas stockings, family photos or trophies, all significant souvenirs are graced with a spot on the fireplace mantel.

It is imperative that the fireplace reflects a family’s taste and lifestyle.  With the right set of Fireplace Accessories, the right look can be achieved. Wrought Iron Fireplace Accessories are a great way to enhance the look as well as functionality of your fireplace.

You can opt for a number of design and finish options to match your existing decor or use a contrasting finish or design option for the fireplace to give it more focus. Whether you are looking for something practical and affordable or are in the mood of something extravagant and ornate, you can find a lot of options when buying wrought iron fireplace accessories.

Wrought Iron Fireplace Tool Sets look great and work dually as Fireplace Decor and functional tools to maintain the fireplace safely. You can choose from a wide array of designs and the finish options include classic matte black, rustic and Old World style finish, dull gray, copper, bronze, silver and gold. You can also opt for Wrought iron Fireplace Tool Sets with Brass handles and trim.

These beautiful pieces are strong and sturdy, and make cherished heirlooms that can be passed from one generation to the next.

A fireplace looks incomplete without a beautiful, complementary Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen. This useful accessory also helps ensure safety of the inhabitants as well as adds a cozy glow to the room. Wrought Iron Fireplace Screens come in a number of designs, finish and colors, whereas, the sizes also vary in order to fit to individual client needs. You can opt for a simple or an ornate screen as per your design needs.

Fireplace accessories also include andirons, fireplace grates, bellows and hearth rugs. All ensure safe handling of burning logs while having the decorative advantage as well.

For the traditional wood burning fireplace, Wrought Iron Accessories are a great option due to their strength and durability.

In order to buy Wrought Iron Fireplace Accessories, try brands like Napa Forge, Pilgrim Hearth and Bago Luma. To browse through the products offered by these brands and more Wrought iron Fireplace Tools, please visit TimelessWroughtIron.com. Contact Us for further details and ordering. TimelessWroughtIron.com offers free shipping on products over $250.


Nov 12 2011

Cookware By Enclume Design Products

Enclume Design Products Inc. was established in 1973 as a metal-crafting company and specializes in gourmet cookware racks. The line caters to both professional and domestic kitchens and offers a vast variety of pot racks and utensil stands in different sizes to meet individual client needs.

Enclume Design Products are hand forged using centuries old French methods of metal forging and fabrication. Each piece goes through a series of handling steps before it is completed. There can be as many as over sixty handling steps involved in the making of a single rack.

You can opt for an Enclume pot rack for your kitchen if style and practicality are your top priorities. You can find the perfect sized pot rack to fit your kitchen space. Enclume pot racks range from simple, small racks with one or two hooks to large, elaborate ones that can accommodate a large number of utensils neatly.

Your finish options include shiny silver or gold finish or a rough and rugged, old world style pot rack in dull gray finish. You can also get a pot rack in copper or classic matte black finish. Using these options, you can easily create a perfect look for your kitchen, or add to the existing décor and functionality of your kitchen.

The Enclume line also offers specialized work centers for professional kitchens. American chefs swear by the design and functionality of Enclume’s specialized Baker’s carts and Baker’s Sideboards. You can also buy cookware shelving by Enclume that offers an efficient and stylish way of organizing your pots and pans. The metal frame base of this useful piece helps to put away even hot pans or pots right off the stove. This is extremely helpful for professional kitchens where hot pans can lead to accidents if not put out of the way safely.

The Enclume line also offers fireplace and hearth accessories. These include fireplace screens, fireplace tool sets, log carriers in canvas, and a wide range of trendy wood racks.

You can also buy other home accent items by Enclume including shelves, plant stands, cookbook holders, quilt racks, and wall coat racks.

The Enclume line comes in three separate categories based on the design; these are Decor, Premiere, and Rack It Up!

Each line follows a distinct style and caters to a specific taste. The Premiere line focuses on simple yet functional designs, the Decor line has more ornate, traditionally embellished designs; while the Rack It Up line caters to a more modernistic taste.

Most Enclume pieces need to be assembled upon delivery. This is a relatively simple process and the products come with detailed instructions and necessary hardware required for installation.

Please visit TimelessWroughtIron.com to browse through the entire range of Enclume Design Products. Order online or Contact Us for further details and assistance. TimelessWroughtIron.com offers free delivery on orders worth $250 and above.


Nov 5 2011

Century Hardware Products

Century Hardware is America’s leading hardware provider in the Kitchen and Bath niche. With an immense range of designs and a great variety in color, size and finish options, century hardware is designed to last long while still looking as beautiful and stylish as the day it was bought.

Century Hardware keeps customer service and superior quality very high on its list of priorities. The hardware line offers cleverly categorized range of products so that the consumer can easily order complementary designs for various household needs.

Century Hardware offers cabinet knobs, cabinet handles, doorknobs, and drawer pulls for the modern home and office. And if you are inspired by earthy or old world designs, Century Hardware has a thing or two up their sleeve for you too. From classically ornate to simply elegant, the options are limitless.

Take your time in browsing the entire collection, and once you make a decision, you can rest assured that it will be a part of your home and life for the years to come.

The number of finish options is varied and includes rustic to matte to shiny silver finish. You can find hardware in dull gold, rough bronze and gleaming silver with ornate trims that remind the beholder of a Victorian mansion. You can also find wrought iron hardware in matte black finish.

Interesting designs inspired by entities as varied as the galaxy, the planet Saturn, and the vineyard, there is a piece for everyone.

The good thing about Century Hardware is that despite its superior finish and highly ornate design options, it is still moderately priced and the wide range allows the line to fit every budget neatly. From ornate, luxuriant designs to simple sleek and cost effective versions, Century Hardware caters to all budgets and pockets.

You can buy Century Hardware products at TimelessWroughtIron.com. TimelessWroughtIron.com provides free delivery on orders over $250. Browse the hardware collection here or Contact Us  for further details.


Oct 22 2011

Pilgrim Hearth Fireplace Accessories

Pilgrim Hearth is a U.S. based wrought Iron Brand with headquarters in Benicia, CA. Pilgrim Wrought Iron line is specifically designed for homes with a fireplace. Robust, hand forged fireplace accessories and tool sets are the line’s specialty.

Pilgrim Hearth Fireplaces are easily distinguishable due to their unique design. Pilgrim Wrought Iron products are designed with simplicity and functionality in mind. Their designs are sleek and elegant, yet very practical.

A fireplace forms the most important part of a home, providing warmth and comfort to its inhabitants. Cozy moments spent around a warm fire form beautiful memories that are cherished for life.

Pilgrim Hearth understands the importance of a fireplace, the need for it to be simple, functional and yet stylish. Hence this line is all about simplicity blended with style that adds a timeless and unique aspect to the living room.

From fire screens to tool sets and wood storage accessories, Pilgrim Hearth caters to all your fireplace related needs.

You can buy simple, functional pieces if you have a taste for simple practicality or you may opt for more decorative and yet equally functional options to suit your existing décor.

Pilgrim Wrought Iron products come with a number of design and finish options and there is a piece for every home. Find yours today and you will be happy to see the results. These fireplace accessories look as good as they work, so even if you have a modern fireplace that uses gas or electricity, these wrought iron fireplace accessories can add to the look and appeal of your fireplace.

Pilgrim Hearth guarantees superior quality and offers a Lifetime Warranty on all its products. All the products by Pilgrim Hearth are hand forged using generations old wrought iron forging techniques. This is why you can rest assured that when you buy a Pilgrim Hearth product, you will get superior quality and a fine finish that is guaranteed to last a lifetime.

Please visit TimelessWroughtIron.com to browse the entire range of Pilgrim Hearth Wrought Iron Products.

TimelessWroughtIron.com offers beautiful wrought iron products at very reasonable rates. Free home delivery offered for orders over $250.  Order online or Contact Us for further details.


Oct 3 2011

Napa Forge Fireplace and Hearth Accessories

Napa Forge Wrought Iron products present the perfect harmony between classically timeless beauty and modern day practicality. If you are looking for traditionally styled fireplace accessories in wrought iron, Napa Forge is the answer to your prayers.

Moderately priced, yet superior in quality and design, the Napa Forge line specializes in fireplace decor and functionality. Napa Forge believes in attention to detail and all their products are inspired by Old World designs that never go out of fashion. Napa Forge Fireplace accessories are hand forged, with a ten-year limited warrantee on all products.

A wide range of products is available under this label, ranging from classically ornate tool sets in matte black finish to extremely practical coal & pellet bucket and shovel sets.

The fireplace screens offered by Napa Forge are a treat to watch and come in a wide array of designs to match individual taste and needs. Fireplace bellows by Napa Forge are created using hand carved wood finished in leather. These beauties are stylish and yet functional.

Napa Forge also offers a variety of fireplace candelabras and fireplace candle holders in wrought iron. If you have a traditional fireplace that burns wood, you can also buy wrought iron wood holders or wood carrying canvas bags by Napa Forge.

The Napa Forge Product range includes some beautifully ornate gas keys inspired by the Victorian era. Napa Forge Wrought Iron line also carries hearth rugs and hearth gloves, hence you can find all the paraphernalia of maintaining a fireplace at Napa Forge.

Even though traditional, wood burning fireplaces are getting rare in today’s fast paced world, you may still buy Napa Forge Accessories for purely ornamental purposes. Beautifully ornate fireplace accessories look equally good with gas powered or electric fireplace. These Old World inspired fireplace accessories will add to the coziness and decor of the living room, giving your home a look of timeless beauty and elegance.

Please visit TimelessWroughtIron.com to browse through the entire Napa Forge collection. TimelessWroughtIron.com offers beautiful wrought iron products at very reasonable rates. Free home delivery offered for orders over $250. Please Contact Us for ordering and further details.


May 17 2010

Blacksmith Tools Deserve Respect

Modern blacksmith tools are not much different than the blacksmith tools of old. Since blacksmithing has been around for most of history, the tools have transformed to meet the needs of modern workers, but the basic uses are the same.

The most basic blacksmith tools are a hammer and anvil. Of course, the hammer is what is used to beat the metal or wrought iron that the blacksmith is trying to shape. The anvil is the hard surface upon which he casts his blows so that forging can take place. But there are different kinds of hammers and anvils depending on exactly what it is the blacksmith wants to get accomplished.

For instance, anvils can be made of steel, wrought iron, or cast iron. I do not recommend cast iron. But steel anvils and wrought iron anvils are the best.

As for hammers, a blacksmith may use a mechanical hammer or air hammer. Air hammers are best for hand forging and are used by a large number of blacksmiths who hand forge their metal or wrought iron products for sale or show.

Other blacksmith tools include tongs, leg vises, and forges. Tongs of course are used to hold metal. When a blacksmith forges metal or wrought iron it is hot so you can’t hold it with your bare hands. That’s what the tongs are for. A leg vise is a vise with a leg that offers the blacksmith additional stability. It is a necessary component to any blacksmith shop because you don’t want hot metal moving around while you are trying to hammer it. You could end up brushing up against it and burning yourself.

Perhaps the most important blacksmith tool of all, however, is the forge. This is the item that contains the fire for heating metal. A blacksmith cannot operate without his forge. One of the most popular types of forges is the coal forge. Just as the name implies, the coal forge is powered by coal. But a blacksmith could just as well use a gas forge.

All of these tools together are necessary for a blacksmith to forge any type of metal. The blacksmith heats up his forge and softens his metal by heating it. For this he uses his tongs. He then places the metal object into his leg vise to hold it while he hammers it against the anvil. This process is known as hand forging and is still in use today by blacksmiths.

While these same basic blacksmith tools have been around since the early days of blacksmithing there have been some developments for the better. For instance, early forges might have been made of stone or clay. Today they are usually made of metal or cast iron. In order to forge the metal he is working with the blacksmith must manage the fire and air flow from the forge and shape his iron using the hammer. It is not easy work. But a fine craftsman can use his tools to create a masterpiece of artwork that has functionality as well as decorative uses. All of these blacksmith tools deserve the utmost respect from those who enjoy the final creations.


Jul 15 2009

The Wrought Iron Buyer’s Guide

A Wrought Iron Buyers Guide that actually helps you make the right purchasing decision, rather than just trying to sell you something! It may be a rare find but it’s a valuable one none the less!

“You Get What You Pay For,” it has been said, repeated and proven and it couldn’t be truer in the home furniture industry, specifically in the wrought iron furniture and home decor segment. Before you go and shell out hundreds or thousands of dollars on your next wrought iron furniture and home decor purchase take the time to educate yourself on how to make the most of your investment, by knowing what to look for.

Find all of the helpful information you need on making your next wrought iron investment in the “Wrought Iron Buyer’s Guide”

Here is a little sample of what you’ll find in the Buyer’s Guide:

How To Know If It’s Authentic Wrought Iron

Look for pieces that are truly forged or wrought and not cast. You can tell if the iron décor you are purchasing is authentic by examining the scrolls, finials, welded joints and other decorative parts for the tell-tale signs of cast and machined iron.

On cheap items you will find seams from the case and half welded joints, prone to fatigue and moisture damage. If you look closely, the texture will be faint like the way cheaper pressed window molding looks vs. the elegant and much more durable carved trim.

Finials or decorative pieces on cast items will have a light, mass-produced look and feel to them, many will have noticeable seams. Trace over sections of the wrought iron to check for rough spots, splits, breaks or flaws that compromise the tensile strength and invite rust.

Artist Reputation & References

Check the references of an artisan hired to create custom railings, fencing or gates. Ask to contact previous clients and to see photos of the work. Visit the artisan’s forge, if possible.

If you are conscious of the environment and enjoy shopping on-line, make sure you buy from a reputable dealer who carries quality products. Take a look at the videos and pictures the site has.

Reputable websites have extremely detailed images highlighting the unique design characteristics, finishes, and the attention to detail of each item. This allows you to see and feel the texture and quality. If it looks good close up in a picture, it will take your breath away in person!

Where to Buy

Specialty shops, ones that carry iron and only … read on…

Read the entire Wrought Iron Buyer’s Guide click here.