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Fireplace Glass Doors For Safety And Style

Many fireplaces come with fireplace glass doors there is usually a screen that comes attached behind the fireplace glass door. The glass can help the fire to burn slower and produce more heat. It can also prevent sparks and ash from getting in your house.

But to really see and hear the fire and feel the warmth many people leave the glass door open and just pull the screen shut. That way they can enjoy the fire and still have the house protected.

Glass fireplace doors will still get hot and don’t prevent the fire from being a hazard to small children. But they can look nice and help with the distribution of heat.

Fireplace glass doors come in many styles and sizes. If you are purchasing a new glass door for your fireplace you first need to determine what type of fireplace you have. A masonry fireplace is one constructed of brick and mortar, and is usually found in older homes.

A factory built fireplace is typically constructed of metal and installed as a single unit in newer homes. These are sometimes referred to as zero clearance fireplaces.

To replace a masonry fireplace glass door you will need to measure very carefully and it doesn’t hurt to send a picture with the measurements to the door manufacturer. The usual styles and colors are available from brass to welded steel. In three and four panel choices with different qualities of glass.

You can also find a glass fireplace door in all shapes and sizes from the traditional square to custom masonry arches. Another great custom option is the door corner units which usually have to be custom made.

The factory built fireplace glass doors are usually a little easier to replace since many come in pre-made sizes and you don’t always have to custom order these to get the right size.

Glass fireplace doors are not a necessity but depending on your style and needs these can add a nice touch to the focal point of your room.

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