Fireplace Hearths
Hearths for Fireplaces
Purchasing the right fireplace hearth is an important task. Not only are there important safety regulations to take into account, but you need to find one that looks the part too. We supply a fantastic range of hearths, with a wide choice of styles on offer. Granite, slate, cast iron, and limestone fireplace hearths are very popular choices when choosing your hearth material. They will all complement traditional and contemporary fireplace surrounds whilst offering a robust and affordable base for your appliance to sit on.
As well as looking great, the options in this range are suitable for all types of appliances. Whether you’re searching for a hearth for an electric fire, or something suitable for gas or solid fuel appliances, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for here.
After buying a fire hearth from this collection, make sure to browse our wider fires collection for fire baskets and grates, bioethanol fires, and more. We also stock a vast range of other fireplace and stove additions, such as chimney flue systems and chimney cowls. And if you’re looking for a stove hearth for your wood burner, we have a great selection to choose from here too.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best material to use for a fireplace hearth?The best hearth material for a wood-burning stove is stone, especially slate and granite. There are also hearths made from steel and toughened glass that are popular for contemporary stove installations, all these fireplace materials can withstand the high temperatures that come with burning wood and solid fuel.
Do I need a fireplace hearth?Yes, when installing a wood-burning stove or gas fire, you'll need to buy a hearth that is made from a non-combustible material to protect your flooring from heat and embers. Electric fireplaces don't produce a real flame so they don't require a hearth.
What is the bottom part of a fireplace called?The hearth of a fireplace is usually where a log burner or gas fire would sit and a hearth is positioned at the base of your fireplace opening. A hearth not only provides a fireproof area on which to build but it also adds a stone material to your space that can look incredibly stylish.
Explore the full collection of fireplace hearths for sale at StovesAreUs today. For more advice and guidance on finding the right hearth for your home articles on fireplace hearths a read.