Custom Glass Doors for Outdoor Fireplace - Project #11188

Customer Comments: Hi - I would like to get more info on putting glass doors on my outdoor fireplace. Attached are pictures of my custom built fireplace. Looking for black powdercoat aluminum frame. Nothing fancy. Just want some doors to close when the wind shifts and to keep the smoke out of the mancave. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Our Comments: Design Specialties makes doors for outdoor fireplaces that can be burned with the doors closed. The aluminum doors can only be made with two doors since their bifold doors do not have hinges that can withstand the elements. If you want bifolding doors that fold out flat to the wall, you will need to use the Legend door that is made entirely from stainless steel (painted black). Below are mockups of the two options. It appears that the keystone projects out further than the rest of the surround, which means the doors will need to fit inside the opening. We would make the frame smaller than the opening on the top and sides by the width of the mortar joints. You would then fill the gaps with mortar as shown.

Fireplace Opening: 32 1/2" W x 28 1/2" H

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Affordable Aluminum Doors for Outdoor Fireplaces

Aluminum doors from Design Specialties are great for outdoor fireplaces but must be made as cabinet doors, so they do swing out twice as wide as a bifold door.

Stiletto

Option #1: Stiletto Fireplace Glass Door.

Stainless Steel Doors for Outdoor Fireplaces

Stainless steel comes at a substantially higher cost than aluminum. It is the most durable material of the two and can be made with bifolding doors.

Legend

Option #2: Legend Fireplace Glass Door.

Other Pictures

Fig #1 - Closeup

Fig #2 - Room Setting

Glass Door Mesh Options

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.

No Mesh

Gate Mesh Backup Doors

Mesh Curtains

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.

Message From Greg

"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:

I create FREE Mockups so you can see how various screens and doors will look on your fireplace.
I have over 35 years experience selling and installing fireplace screens and doors.
I was the very first to start selling fireplace doors online in 1994.
I have a wide variety of material options and exclusive designs you will not find anywhere else.
I do not claim to be the cheapest, but my prices are competitive and I take pride in offering incomparable service.
I am the sole proprietor. You will work with me directly, not some random corporate employee.
I love what I do!

Greg Tillotson (Owner/Designer)

FREE Fireplace Design Service

Get a Quote and FREE Mockups!
Email These 2 Pictures to:
greg@fireplacetreatments.com

Picture #1: With your camera sideways, take a picture directly in front of the fireplace from far enough away to see the entire fireplace floor to ceiling like this.

Picture #2: With your back to the fireplace, take a picture looking straight out into the room so we can see the decor directly in front of the fireplace.

Detailed Instructions:

Please remove all objects from in front of the fireplace opening before you take your pictures (existing screen, plants or anything else). If you have an existing glass door, take pictures with the doors open and closed.

Take 2 Pictures: Remove items in front of the fireplace including an existing screen, plants or anything else
Measurements: Width and height of the opening
Comments: Tell us what you want: Glass Doors, Screen, Gas Logs, Etc
Hi-Resolution: Send images in their original file size.
Phone Number: Recommended but not required
Email To: greg@fireplacetreatments.com with subject "Fireplace Design Service"

How Does The Process Work?

Once I recieve your pictures, I will create several mockups and post them to a project page and send you a link to view and them with others for their input. I will follow up with you to discus your project, quote prices and help you choose the treatment that suits you best.

View Examples In My Photo Gallery