What Is a Cast Iron Fireplace Surround?
A cast iron fireplace surround is a decorative and functional addition to many fireplaces. As the name might suggest, it surrounds the actual fireplace on the sides, top, and sometimes below the fireplace as well and acts as a safety feature. A cast iron fireplace surround may be made of a particular type of iron or any number of ferrous alloys that can hold and radiate heat. Often decorated in the Victorian style, this type of surround can also aesthetically enhance the look of a common brick or tile surround. Often times, a cast iron fireplace surround is built into the wall. The fireplace is thus enclosed on all sides except for the front opening. This set up may have a number of beneficial effects.
