Live Help: (888) 488-0040
| Custom Fireplace Screens & Doors 3-Easy-Steps |
1: Send us pictures of your fireplace 2: See mockups of how options look 3: Choose the option you like best |
 |
This is an example of a well built slate stone fireplace front. With most stone fireplaces we would suggest an inside fit with a mortar joint. However, in this case the stones appear to be flat enough such that an overlap fit may also be appropriate, so we have created examples of both applications. The inside fit is more difficult to install but gives seems to better flatter the stone as you can recess the door a but to reveal the stone thickness. The outside fit will hide the cut edge of the stone if you do not want to see it, plus it better preserves the size of the fireplace opening. The request was to see how the Design Specialties Carolina Door with the Window Pane option would look in a black finish. We also created a mock up of the new Blackrock door because it is so popular and we wanted to show how it would look.
Fireplace opening size: Approximately 36" W x 26" H.
Recommended frame size: We recommend overlapping the stones by 1" on the top and each side, so the overall frame dimension would be 2" wider and 1" taller than the opening once we get the exact measurements.
Before
Option #1: Design Specialties Carolina in Rustic Black - Outside Fit
Option #1: Design Specialties Carolina in Rustic Black - Inside Fit
Option #1: Design Specialties Black Rock in Forged Iron - Outside Fit
Option #1: Design Specialties Black Rock in Forged Iron - Inside Fit
If you are planning on burning anything in your fireplace, you need to have mesh behind the glass so you can burn a fire with the doors open. You can chooe between gate mesh backup doors and sliding mesh curtains. Functionally, gate mesh performs the best as the wire has smaller holes that sparks cannot get through. Aesthetically, mesh curtains may be preferred because they do not have a vertical center frame that obstructs the view of the fire. When you are not using the fire or you want a complete unobstructed view, they do not stick out like gate mesh doors when they are opened.
We are showing these options on a flat steel bifold door with a satin brass overlay and gray glass.
Scale & Finish Disclaimer: Mockups shown on this site are not necessarily to scale and are meant to help you choose the style of your screen or door. The appearance of finishes represented may vary between digital monitors and screens. I do my best to recommend finishes that I believe will blend with your decor and flatter your fireplace. You can view finish options here:
Hearth Creations Finishes
Design Specialties Finishes
Stone Manufacturings Trims & Finishes
Samples for some finishes are available upon request.
"I have a passion for designing custom fireplace treatments, and have been doing so for over 35 years. The designs I create are not only tailored to fit perfectly, but fashioned to compliment your room decor and turn your fireplace into a tastefully finished focal point. Take advantage of my Free Design Service and let me show you the possibilities." Here are just a few reasons why you might consider buying from me:
Greg Tillotson (Owner/Designer)
|
Photo #1
12 feet away directly in front of fireplace.  Camera Sideways
|
Photo #2
Closeup of fireplace opening sqaure as possible.  Camera Sideways
|
Photo #3
Back to the fireplace looking out at room.  Camera Sideways
|
Or, Email: greg@fireplacetreatments.com
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
