If some people may not be aware of it, the hearth can also be accessorized not only for design and aesthetic purposes but for functionality as well. fireplace screens can do you so much, and majority of its functions involve protecting you and your family from any fire related accidents. It can guarantee you that your kids can play around and busy with their toys by the fireplace without being in close contact with the fire, also it prevents flying sparks from damaging your flooring, or avoid having fire ashes scattered on your rugs that would prove to be a mess.