For ensuring that you have 1 inch or more the screen’s overlap at the front of the fireplace’s opening pick a screen that’s at least 1 inch higher than the height, and two inches larger than the size of the opening in the fireplace for a secure and attractive installation.

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The two screen sizes that are often offered include 39″ wide by 31″ high and 44″ wide by 33″ high. If your fireplace’s opening does not be within the space of these two sizes, look into having a custom screen designed to exactly match your opening. Remember that the measurement for the fireplace screen will be contingent on whether you’re looking for one or a multi-paneled fireplace screen. Single-panel fireplace screens must be sized to match the dimensions of the fireplace’s firebox and with an additional one to three inches to the overall height to ensure complete coverage. Multi-panel fireplace screens require additional length to give a beautiful curving effect, therefore you need to add 10-12 inches to the length and add 3 up to five inches of height when measuring the size of your firebox.

The primary role of a fireplace’s screen is to improve security. One way to do this is by stopping sparks from the flame from entering the room, and on the other hand, it prevents pets and children from getting close to the flame. There are decorative fireplace screens or screens for summer fires. They are used to embellish the fireplace’s opening, as well as the dimensions of the screen, is not a factor in this.

The size of a fire-proofing screen should be to guard your flooring, carpet and your pets are determined by four aspects:

The size and/or the height of your fireplace’s fires;

The dimensions of the fireplace

Your taste or preferences.