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A wood burning fireplace can be a nice addition to any room, but there are some practical considerations that need to be taken into account. An open fireplace can allow smoke and sparks to fly into the room, which can greatly reduce your enjoyment of the fire. Sparks can create unsightly burns on the floor in front of the fireplace, as well. A good way to avoid these problems is through the installation of fireplace doors.
Mesh and Iron Doors
Some fireplace doors allow the air to move through while they protect the room from flying sparks. Mesh and iron doors can be installed flush with the edge of the fireplace enclosure. There are types of mesh doors that run along a track and can be pulled back like curtains. Iron doors tend to be hinged so that they swing out when they are open. The doors can be highly decorative, or simple and plain.
Glass Doors
To create a more tightly sealed enclosure, you can install glass fireplace doors. The doors will conduct the heat from the fire so that it still warms the room, but they stop any smoke or sparks from escaping the enclosure. Glass doors also allow you an unobstructed view of the fire, so you get to enjoy the warmth and the cheery sight of burning logs without any danger of sparks ruining your floor. There are many different types of glass door arrangements that can be fitted to fireplaces of any size or shape.
Portable Screens
A less permanent option for covering the fireplace enclosure is a fireplace screen instead of fireplace doors. Screens are decorative as well as practical, and they completely cover the fireplace when it is not in use. Fireplace screens can be drawn back when the fire is in use, or they can be left in place to protect the room. Many people find that screens are more obstructive than fireplace doors, however, and the screens tend to be used more during the season when the fireplace is not in use. Screens don’t install directly into the fireplace enclosure, so they can be stored away when not in use, or folded and kept near the fireplace.
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Just Purchased Antique Glass Doors for Fireplace?
If these antique glass doors were not designed for fireplace use then soot and smoke could damage the glass. I would remove them or place another fireplace glass barrier between the fire and the antique doors. If they were designed for use in a fireplace then they should stand up to the soot and smoke from your fire and I would make sure to clean them frequently to avoid build up.
Where can you buy fire place doors in Canada?
Fireplace doors will be available at the major home improvement centers. Home Depot and Lowe's carry them. There is also an online site called Fireplace Doors Online.
What do you use in front of a fireplace to keep sparks from the floor or rug?
place a hearth stone and use a fireplace screen
Do glass doors on a fireplace reduce the amount of warm air that get wasted up chimney?
When a fireplace is not being used... glass doors are not a good way to stop cold air from exiting the chimney. The first thing that needs to be done is the fireplace damper should be closed to prevent this heat loss. If the damper is not-functional or absent a chimney balloon or chimney top damper can be installed to stop the heat loss.When there is a fire in the fireplace...Fireplace glass doors reduce the amount of already heated interior air that the fireplace has access to. So it does slow down the inside heated air from being cast up the chimney with the fires combustion heat, but glass doors do not stop this heat waste completely. Fireplace glass doors also inhibit the only usable heat the a fireplace produces (radiant heat) from coming into the living area. Standard open fireplaces and fireplaces with glass doors are notoriously inefficient at heating the home. According to the US Department of Energy using a fireplace in the winter will actually make your heating bill go up by 10% on average.
What are some good configurations for glass fireplace doors?
There are three main configurations for glass fireplace doors, these being a single door, one which slides to allow access to the fire and the bi-fold type which folds in two
Where can one purchase custom made glass doors for their fireplace?
Custom made glass doors for fireplaces can be found in a variety of places. Home improvement stores such as Lowes or Home Depot offer a great selection of glass fireplace doors and they will likely be able to customize many aspects of the doors to get you the specific look you are wanting to achieve.
What is the difference between a wood fireplace and insert?
A free standing fireplace is a form of wood stove that is open on the front. An insert is a wood stove (with doors) that is inserted into the opening of a regular brick fireplace- it slides into place.
What materials are fireplace doors typically made of?
Fireplace doors are typically made of brass, an alloy of Zinc and Copper. They can be made of other alloys and metals, however, brass is very advantageous as a fireplace door material as it gives a great finish, its strong, easy to clean, non-corrosive, and most importantly heat resistant.
Do glass fireplace doors work better?
There are some glass doors for a fireplace, but you must make sure that the glass can withstand the heat of the fire. The glass door will prevent some heat from escaping, but not all. The glass door will not aid in keeping a room warm.
What glue to use on a fireplace screen door to keep the doors closed. need heat resistant glue.?
There are several high heat adhesives available Home Depot, Lowes or a fireplace store, will carry them.... (caulk type tube application style) The real question is why are you doing it? The doors have (usually) 4 spring type hinge mechanisms that if adjusted properly will keep the doors closed. especially when in use. The draft induced by the fire (up the chimney) will help the doors to stay shut. When the fireplace is not in use, the damper (properly closed) should keep the drafts from opening your doors. Now if you are permanently closing off the fireplace then consider your homes resale before you do it. Good Luck! Douglas
Are there any fire place doors that can prevent soot build up?
I would try using glass doors for your fireplace. They can easily be cleaned with Windex or anything like that. The heat also will not transfer to the doors as much.
