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Customer Comments: We have a through outdoor fireplace. I want to be able to close the back end (48"W x 39"H). I'm think two options. One is two hinged doors in a frame that gets mounted to the outside. Another option is to simply place a stand alone panel in the opening that we can place/remove as we want to. Thoughts on design/pricing/timing?
Our Comments: Outdoor see through fireplaces always have issues with wind blowing throught the fireplace, so it is not uncommon to want one side blocked off. The best solution is to add ceramic glass doors to both sides so you can burn fires with one or both sides open or closed. This is a very expensive solution, particularly since you must have materials that can withstand the elements and thermal shock. We can use steel instead of ceramic glass, which is far less expensive, or add a free standing screen to block off one side as you mentioned.
Fireplace Opening: 48" W x 39" H
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Option #1: Hearth Creations Bifold Stainless Steel Outdoor Fireplace Door in Matte Black with Pyro Ceramic Glass. This is the ideal solution when added to both sides of the fireplace as shown. Shown with Custom Zinc Coated Wrought Iron See-Through Fireplace Grate with Built-In Ball and Twist Andirons.
Option #2: Hearth Creations Bifold Stainless Steel Outdoor Fireplace Door in Matte Black with Stainless Steel Panels Instead of Glass. Shown on back side of fireplace.
Option #3: Hearth Creations Stainless Steel Outdoor Fireplace Screen in Matte Black with Stainless Panel Instead of Mesh. Shown on back side of fireplace.
Option #4: Stone Manufacturing C92 Outdoor Fireplace Solid Brass Bar with Mesh Curtains Mesh in Flat Black. Shown with WI-WING Zinc Coated Wrought Iron Wing Grate.
Option #5: Stone Manufacturing WI-C92 Outdoor Fireplace Zinc Coated Wrought Iron Bar with Mesh Curtains and F-92 Bottom Bar with Pet Deterrant Channel in Natural Iron. Shown with WI-PLAIN Zinc Coated Wrought Iron Plain Grate with Alternating Twisted Bars and WI-T1 Granada Fireplace Tools.
A more affordable alternative is to use aluminum doors instead of stainless steel. Although these doors are made for indoors, they hold up well outdoors as aluminum does not rust. The hinges may need to be lubricated periodically and eventually replaced, but the price will be significantly less. We recommend operable doors on both sides of the firelace as this reduces the size of each glass pane, thus reducing the odds of breakage.
Option #6: PW Breckenridge Aluminum Glass Door in Satin Black with Bifold Ceramic Glass.
The Pet Deterrent Channel illustrated above helps prevent pets and small children from pushing the mesh inward and getting into the fireplace. This can be added to the F92 bottom bar, which also prevents logs from rolling out into the fireplace. When installing a bar and mesh, it is always a great idea to add the matching F92 bottom bar with the Pet Deterrent Channel.
Fig #1 - Closeup - Front Side
Fig #1 - Closeup - Back Side
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)
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12 feet away directly in front of fireplace.  Camera Sideways
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Closeup of fireplace opening sqaure as possible.  Camera Sideways
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Back to the fireplace looking out at room.  Camera Sideways
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