Both beautiful and practical, this beautiful black cast iron fireplace screen, with its beautiful cast iron scrollwork, prevents stray sparks and ash from damaging any floor or carpet. Behind the cast, scroll work is a fine metal gauze screen that prevents any bits of burning wood to escape your fireplace.. This decorative cast iron fireplace screen is made according to age-old tradition and craftsmanship, this functional yet decorative piece keeps embers from landing on the parquet or carpet and ensures that children stay a safe distance from the fire. Foldable sides.