Ever since Victorian times, houses worldwide have used ornamental fire screens in their fireplaces. A crackling fire both warms and lightens a space, so fireplace screens continue to have an important role in homes today. They're still designed for aesthetics and practicality. However, they're more likely to use more fire-resistant materials like wire mesh instead of the flammable knit fabrics of the past.
Wire Mesh is a Practical & Beautiful Solution for Fireplace Screens
Since ancient Rome, wire mesh has been used for a range of purposes. In fact, Romans used gold wire mesh in jewelry designs. They used material for everything including sieves, filters, and later factory tools. However, it wasn't until recent history when decorative wire mesh applications started emerging in the home. They skewed more utilitarian at first—window screens, grills, and vents—but as technology advanced, woven wire mesh became even more versatile. Now homeowners and interior designers are using wire mesh in a range of creative ways. Installation is easy with most designs.
Wire mesh is perfect for fireplace screens for a variety of reasons. For one, it's durable. Years of industrial use have proven that wire mesh lasts due to the strength of its material. Metal mesh delivers dependability without wearing down or rusting quickly. Also, it doesn't need much maintenance to stay looking good. All one must do is occasionally wipe the screen with a damp cloth and dish soap. Plus, more heat can circulate through mesh compared to less permeable materials commonly used in fireplaces, such as glass.
Fireplace mesh screens can complement any decor, from rustic to modern. Screens can be customized with a range of intriguing weaves, sizes, as well as various metals, including uncoated plain steel, stainless steel, and brass. Mounted in a frame, fireplace screens can have stationary or hinged side designs, leaving plenty of options for a customized look.
TWP Offers High-Quality Wire Mesh for Fireplaces
As a premier supplier of wire mesh worldwide, TWP Inc. offers a variety of fireplace screen mesh materials. Options include:
- Plain steel: An affordable and durable metal, perfect for achieving a classic look.
- T-304 stainless decorative mesh: This standard stainless alloy resists corrosion and comes in a few coarse opening sizes that are ideal for fireplace screens.
- Brass: Screens made of brass are ideal for a rustic or traditional look. They have a higher tensile strength and are more abrasion resistance than copper.
- Bronze: Even stronger than brass, this metal develops a sophisticated greenish brown patina color as it ages.
We've been helping people make their interior design visions happen since founding the company in 1969. No matter how you plan to use wire mesh for your fireplace project, we're here to help. Our ISO 9001:2015 certified company has been the go-to choice for high-quality mesh products and laser cutting services with a quick turn-around. Contact us today.
