🍂 Getting Your Fireplace Area Ready for Fall: The Essentials You Need on Hand

Leaves are falling, the air is crisp, and cozy evenings by the fire are calling...

Whether you're at the cottage or at home, now’s the perfect time to get your fireplace area ready for the season. From functional tools to beautiful accessories, a few well-chosen items can turn any space into a warm, stylish retreat.

Here are our top fireplace essentials to help you get fall-ready — and enjoy every flame-filled moment.

1. A sturdy (and stylish) firewood rack

No more messy wood piles on the floor or patio. A good firewood rack keeps your logs neat, dry, and within easy reach — and it can look amazing, too.

Your log holder should work hard and look good. That’s why we offer a variety of designs — all made from heavy-duty steel with beautiful finishes.

Customer favourites:

• The Nordic – our signature vertical design, perfect for cottages (100% made in Canada)
• The Complete – A firewood rack that has it all : tools, drawer & large capacity
• The Circular – round it up with this modern and edgy rack
• The MidCentury – A 100%-Canadian rack, offered with 3 options : Wood insert (either Canadian Maple or Walnut) or plastic spacer that makes the rack suitable for an outdoor use
• Custom racks – personalized height, color, or layout? Yes, we do that.

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2. Fireplace tools that do the job — and look the part

Poker, shovel, tongs… These tools are must-haves for anyone using a wood-burning fireplace. But functional doesn’t mean boring.

Our wall-mounted fireplace tool sets are compact, modern, and made of sturdy steel. They save floor space and scale up your décor. Prefer a classic freestanding tool set that you can move around? We’ve got those too — with iron or wooden handles, depending on your style.

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3. A log carrier that saves your floors (and your arms)

A must for anyone hauling wood inside — a strong firewood tote saves your arms, keeps your floors clean, and makes life easier.

Our heavy-duty canvas log carriers are tough, spacious, and stylish. With wide handles for comfortable grip, they tuck neatly into our racks or can hang nearby. No more awkward armloads of bark and splinters — just grab, go, and drop your logs in style. 

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4. The practical bits we sometimes forget

When you're focused on making your fire corner warm, pretty, and Pinterest-worthy, it’s easy to skip over the less glamorous accessories. But things like a proper ash bucket and heat-resistant gloves truly make a difference — in both comfort and safety.

Take ashes, for example — did you know they can stay hot for up to a week? It’s one of the most common causes of accidental fires. With a metal ash bucket, you can tidy up your hearth without rushing things. Let the ashes cool for a few days in a safe spot, and keep your fireplace area looking clean in the meantime.

As for gloves — they’re one of those things you don’t know you need until you’ve had them! They make it so much easier (and less nerve-wracking) to add logs or move things around.

They might not be the “sexy” items you see in design magazines, but trust us — they’re the kind of details that make your setup feel complete and smart.

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5. Make it your own: cozy touches & personal flair

Once the essentials are in place, it’s time to add your signature:
A wool blanket, a reading lamp, a tray for hot drinks, a vintage crate for kindling... Your fireplace corner should feel like you. Whether it’s rustic, minimal, or boho, make it a space where you can fully unwind.

It’s not just about warmth — it’s about creating your own everyday luxury.

Ready to upgrade your fire corner?

Our fireplace accessory collection was designed with real Canadian homes and cottages in mind — for people who love the look, the warmth, and the ritual of fire.

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