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Do fireplaces need a heat shield?

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Do fireplaces need a heat shield?
No, not all fireplaces need a heat shield. However, a heat shield can enhance the visual appearance of the space while also protecting the room. Carefully measure your fireplace to ensure the best fit. Shop a wide range of heat shields and fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Shop for Fireplace Hoods on 1stDibs
19th Century Dutch Brass & Wrought Iron Curfew Fireplace Hood Fire Screen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
An exceptional 19th Century Dutch brass and wrought iron curfew fireplace hood, beautifully handcrafted with remarkable architectural presence and historic charm.
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Colonial Revival Fireplace Tools and Chimne...

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Large Spanish Copper Curved Conical Fireplace Fire Hood Canopy 1960s Lounge
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A very large (nearly 5.5ft) conical-shaped copper fireplace hood, removed from a 1960s villa in Ibiza.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Bohemian Fireplaces and Mantels

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Copper

Burgundy stone fireplace carved with trumeau above hood, France
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Complete with stone fireplace mantle with sculpture both in the hood cover and on the diamond-shaped fireplace pediment.
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Antique 18th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

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Stone

Gothic Revival Fireplace with its Hood and Carved Salamander, Witch and Ermine
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Exceptional oak neo-Gothic fireplace and hood. The uprights sides of the fireplace are composed of two columns with capitals foliage patterns, all surmounted by a reserve on which is...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Fireplaces and Mantels

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Oak

19th Century Tiled Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in London, GB
19th Century tiled cast iron fireplace insert. With adjustable canopy hood, removable front bars, bottom grate & ash pan including a very unique set of original hand painted vi...
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique French Napoleon III 'Little Red Riding Hood' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French Napoleon III fireback with little red riding hood and the wolf. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made blac...
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

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