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Screens for large arched outdoor fireplace - Project #11547

Our Comments: In order to avoid serious issues with rust and premature deterioration, it is important that screens and accessories for outdoor fireplaces be made from materials designed to resist corrosion. The best materials for this purpose are: Stainless Steel, Solid Bras and Zinc Coated Wrought Iron. We have included examples of each of these below.

Fireplace Opening: 48" W x 38" H (sides) x 40" H (center)

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Curtain Screens

Mesh curtain screens require a top bar that has a curtain rod attached to the back of it. The bar can be made to overlap the arched opening or can be installed up behind the arch where it is hidden. The curtain rod is 1" behind the back side of the bar, so when the hidden bar is installed behind the arch, the mesh will hang 1" behind the back side of the opening, which reduces the usable space inside the fireplace.

Curtain Screens
Carolina Single Panel Screen Option #1: Stone Manufacturing C92 Stainless Steel Bar and Mesh with Outside Mount Arched Bar in Matte Black. Arched header bar overlaps opening 3/4" on the top and sides (no template required). The top bar, mesh curtains and hardware are all made from stainless steel.
Curtain Screens
Carolina Single Panel Screen Option #2: Stone Manufacturing C92 Bar and Mesh inside mount with hidden bar. The top bar is made from solid brass and the hardware and mesh curtains are stainless steel. Notice how the mesh hangs back inside the opening further than with Option #1.

Free Standing Screens

Single Panel Arched Screen
Carolina Single Panel Screen Option #3A: Design Specialties Carolina Single Panel Arched Fireplace Screen in Rustic Black. Made from stainless steel. Due to height limitations with this brand, a horizontal support bar may be required (see Option #3B).
Single Panel Arched Screen
Carolina Single Panel Screen Option #3B: Design Specialties Carolina Single Panel Arched Fireplace Screen in Rustic Black. Made from stainless steel. Shown with horizontal support bar.
Single Panel Arched Screen
Stainless Steel Fireplace Screen Option #4: Stone Manufacturing 1P10M Stainless Steel Arched Fireplace Screen in Brushed Stainless Finish. Can also be painted black.
Single Panel Arched Screen
Wrought Iron Fireplace Screen Option #5: Stone Manufacturing WI-1P30M Zinc Coated Wrought Iron Arched Fireplace Screen in Natural Iron. Shown with matching Wi-T1 Liege Fireplace Tools, WI-AN18 Ring Andirons and Custom Wrought Iron Grate.

Other Pictures

Fig #1 - Closeup

Scale & Finish Disclaimer: These mock-ups are not necessarily to scale and are meant to help you choose the style of your screen or door. The appearance of finishes represented may vary between digital monitors and screens. I do my best to recommend finishes that I believe will blend with your decor and flatter your fireplace. You can view finish options here:

Hearth Creations Finishes
Design Specialties Finishes
Stone Manufacturings Trims & Finishes

Samples for some finishes are available upon request.

Message From Greg

"I have a passion for designing custom fireplace treatments, and have been doing so for over 35 years. The designs I create are not only tailored to fit perfectly, but fashioned to compliment your room decor and turn your fireplace into a tastefully finished focal point. Take advantage of my Free Design Service and let me show you the possibilities." Here are just a few reasons why you might consider buying from me:

Greg Tillotson (Owner/Designer)

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