The determining factor for the quality of a fireplace grate is the weight. The heavier the fireplace grate the longer it is going to last. We also have a grate with a lifetime warranty for those who use their fireplace all the time. You also want to consider the dimension of your fireplace. Ideally you want to leave at least a few inches between the grate and your fireplace wall. You also want to consider any fireplace equipment that will placed underneath your grate, such as gas fire starter pipes, fireback feet, or andirons.

Cast Iron Grates
The cast iron grate is built to withstand the harsh environment of the fireplace. The weight of the cast iron grate determines how long it will last. Cast Iron fireplace grates can be used for wood fires and coal in most instances.

Steel Bar Grates
The bar stock steel grate is built for use with wood fires. The heavier and thicker the bar the longer lasting as a general rule. We now have a bar stock steel fireplace grate with a lifetime warranty.

Non-Tapered Grates (for see-through fireplaces)
These grates have the same width in the front and back, and are designed for two sided or see-through fireplaces.


Self-Feeding Grates
This deeply contoured design continually lowers the burning logs to the grate ember bed. The contoured Self-Feeding Fireplace Grate basket also assures that logs will not tumble out onto the hearth as they shift and burn, helping eliminating fire hazards.



Expandable Grates
Optional 8” sections can be added to the expandable cast iron grate as needed. Each section is self supported with legs. This expandable fireplace grate works particularly well with cast iron firebacks and fireback feet.