Keep the Fire Roaring and Your Hearth Ash-Free With The Best Fireplace Tools

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A wood-burning stove or fireplace always makes spaces feel more cozy and welcoming. But you can’t build the perfect fire—or keep the surrounding area neat and tidy—without a dedicated fireplace tool set. These sets feature tools to safely adjust and position logs, along with a scoop and brush for cleanup, all conveniently stored on a rack or stand. While functional, they can also add to the decor of your hearth, especially when combined with bellows and other fireplace accessories. Some fireplace tool sets even include a storage rack for logs or kindling, making them even more practical. Ahead, we’ve put together a collection of the best fireplace tools we recommend, along with advice on how to find the right fireplace tool set for your setup.

The Best Fireplace Tools

• Best Overall: Amagabeli Garden & Home 5-Piece Fireplace Tools Set

• Best for Log Storage: Fire Beauty Fireplace Log Rack with 4 Tools

• Most Elegant: Plow & Hearth Hand Forged Iron Fireplace Tool Set

• Best for Outdoor Fire Pits: Marvoware Heavy Duty Fire Tong and Fire Poker Set

• Best for Cleanup: Brian & Dany Ash Bucket with Lid

What to Consider

Tool Types

Make sure your tool set contains the basics: some kind of poker for nudging and repositioning burning logs safely, a broom for sweeping up ash and debris around the hearth, and a shovel to remove accumulated ash inside the fireplace, and act as a dustpan for the broom. Some sets also include tongs for holding small logs and kindling, allowing you to precisely place them in a fire without having to toss them in haphazardly. Grip is also important, so look for tools with ergonomic handles that are comfortable to hold and maneuver.

Material

Most tools for a residential fireplace are made from steel or iron, and are either black or powder-coated for extra durability. However, some are available in different finishes like brass, pewter, stainless steel or copper—which makes it easier to find a set that matches your decor and the style of the room the fireplace is in.

Size

Make sure the fireplace kit you choose fits on your hearth. Tool sets with a basic stand have a relatively small footprint, while those with log racks take up much more space. It’s also important that your tools are long enough to be used safely and effectively in your fireplace. Measure the depth of your fireplace, and use that to determine which tool length is best for you.

How We Selected

To choose the best fireplace tools for this list, we drew from our experience using similar tools to build fires and clean up ash in wood stoves we have at home or have tested. While we haven’t personally tried the fireplace tool sets covered below, we did vet specs and consult user reviews to gauge quality and performance. We also strived to include a range of styles, finishes and price points to suit different aesthetics and budgets.

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5-Piece Fireplace Tools Set

If you’re looking for a complete set of fireplace tools but don’t have the budget for a high-end set, this Amagabeli option could be the perfect fit. Its wrought-iron construction ensures that durability won’t be an issue, and the entire set comes with a one-year warranty if any issues do arise.

The ergonomic handles are topped with a solid orb to provide a nice sturdy grip while you use them, and the minimal design should fit in with most modern homes. Assembly is simple as well: The set's four-piece base can be put together in just a few minutes.

Fireplace Log Rack with 4 Tools

This fireplace tool set includes everything you need to stock and manage your fireplace, all packed into a relatively compact package. Its 16-inch wide log rack is large enough to fit a decent amount of firewood, and the lower shelf is convenient for kindling, newspaper, or firestarters.

The entire unit weighs just 18 pounds too, so it won’t take much effort to transport or position it into place. However, the tools measure a relatively short 24.6-inches long, meaning they might not be suitable for those who need a longer reach to safely manage their fire.

Hand-Forged Iron Fireplace Tool Set

It’s not cheap, but the durability of this high-quality tool set from Plow & Hearth is worth the investment. The single-piece construction of the tools themselves–no screw on handles that loosen over time–increases stability and overall strength while you work. Also available in a stylish bronze finish, the classic style looks great by most fireplaces. Grooved beavertail ends and “shepherds-hook” handles help distinguish this set from more basic, lower-budget options.

Heavy-Duty Fire Tong and Fire Poker Set

Large outdoor fire pits require heavy-duty tools, and this set delivers just that. The large claw tongs use serrated teeth to securely grab and hold logs, and their 38-inch length keeps you and your hands at a safe distance. The wooden handles of the tongs and poker won’t heat up like metal options, and the poker even provides a hollow handle for blowing oxygen on struggling embers. Their aluminum-oxide construction won’t rust either, so both tools are safe for outdoor use.

Ash Bucket with Lid Fireplace Tool Set

If you’re primarily interested in cleanup tools, consider this ash bucket set. It includes a 2.6 gallon bucket, shovel, and brush, and a built-in storage loop to keep both tools handy and organized. Its 8.6-inch footprint won’t take up much room, and the raised bottom prevents heat damage to your floors. A sturdy handle and wooden grip keeps your hands safe when transporting hot material, and the lid prevents any ash or debris from spilling out.

This bucket is also convenient for the storage of wood pellets, newspapers, or small kindling.

5-Piece Contemporary Fireplace Tool Set

The Best Choice Products 5-Piece Modern Contemporary Fireplace and Firepit Tool Set is an ideal fireplace tool set for a more modern fireplace or fire pit. The antique gold finish looks stately without being too flashy. The ergonomic handles have small holes atop them to hook into the rack. The base has a tray to catch any extra ash that may be on the tools after use.

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