According to history, the use of fireplace began when ancient dwellings dug a fire pit in the ground. Located in the center of the dwelling, the smoke from the pit escaped through the roof holes. The amount of smoke that escapes is the same with the amount of smoke that is blown back in the dwelling. That posed a problem way back then but the development of a chimney addressed that problem to some degree. Also, the use of a fireplace screen black is not yet present during those times.
The evolution of fireplace started with Prince Rupert in 1678 followed by Benjanim Franklin in the early 1700’s. Franklin developed a chamber of convection which increased the efficiency of the fireplace and its wood stoves. The greatest improvement in the efficiency of the fireplace was realized in the late 1700’s by a man named Count Rumford who designed a firebox that is still commonly used even today. The taller design of his firebox allowed greater and shallower airflow which resulted to greater heat reflection in the front. Given this, fireplace screen black is now gradually being used.
Fireplace screen black has two main purposes. First is protection, second is design. Fireplace screens prevent anything from the inside of the fireplace from coming out and keeps the things on the outside of the fireplace from making their way in. This is perfect for households with curious little creatures called children. Worrying about the safety of the children is no longer a dilemma. Fireplace screens are made with elegance and the beauty that it adds to the fireplace is unquestionable. Aside from the two mentioned purpose, the screen may also be used as cover for the firebox if not being used.
Materials like leather, paper mache, wood and wicker are just some of the things that a fireplace screen black is made from. Exquisite designs of fireplace screens make them an instant center of attraction in the house. Its warm effect is like a magnet drawing people nearer. The use of a fireplace screen has remarkably changed, but its importance never went down.