For a fire to burn properly in your fireplace, the logs must be placed on a fire grate. Finding the proper grate is not a difficult task, as there are many grates available for every size and type of fireplace. With the proper grate, you will be assured of having a nice fire to enjoy with your loved ones. A fire grate will securely hold your logs in place and off of the floor of your fireplace. It can be made of cast iron or steel. Grates come in various sizes to fit any type of fireplace, even very small ones. They can have non-tapered sides for see-through fireplaces. They can also be expandable, so that you have the option of extending your grate. Extra-tall fire grates are available that stand on legs of four inches or higher. Ember bed grates have a mesh design that will keep your ashes [...] Read more »