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Coal Carriers
Add Interest to Your Fireplace
A good set
of fireplace tools, wood of course, and a good
old-fashioned coal carrier are essentials for a
home fireplace setting.
If your home has a fireplace, there are a few
accessories that are must haves. A good set of
fireplace tools, wood of course, and a good
old-fashioned coal carrier.
Like many people, I first thought that a coal
carrier was used for carry coal in for fuel
purposes. It wasn't until after my grandfather
had me empty the coal carrier that I realized it
was for carrying and storing hot coals removed
from your fireplace. Coal carriers are an
essential accessory need to keep your fireplace
clean and safe. During my last year in college,
several of my friends and I rented a home with a
fireplace. One night my roommate placed the
coals and ash from the fireplace into a paper
bag, and then placed that bag on the back porch.
Within 30 minutes, the back porch was engulfed
in flames. The next day, my grandfather hand
delivered a coal carrier and proceeded to
lecturer each of us on fireplace safety.
A good coal carrier has to be large enough to
contain both coals and ash. You can purchase a
separate ash bucket. However, these are not
sturdy enough to store hot coals. By purchasing
a large enough coal carrier, you are actually
saving money. Also, examine the bottom the coal
carrier before you purchase one. The bottom of a
good coal carrier will always be strong and
raised, allowing you to place the bucket on the
floor without worrying about scorching your
floor.
Coal carriers are useful for cleaning your
fireplace and for when you're leaving your home
and don't feel comfortable leaving a fire in the
fireplace. You can scoop out the hot coals and
logs, place them in your coal carrier, and take
them outside where they can be extinguished.
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