Often, a simple upgrade can literally transform an entire hearth area. Glass fireplace doors are a good example of this. Whether they’re custom-made or prefabricated, a set of handsome glass doors provides more elegance, safety and functionality.
American Chimney & Fireplace of Louisville, KY, installs customized and pre-made glass fireplace doors. Here are some reasons to consider this simple fireplace upgrade.
Benefits of Glass Fireplace Doors
Fireplace doors bring a number of benefits. Here are three of the key ones:
Beauty
Shiny glass and attractive metal framing will make the front of any fireplace look classier and more “finished.” Our fireplace upgrade crew can build fireplace doors to your exact specifications. We can also show you a variety of beautiful ready-to-install doors that would look fantastic in front of your fireplace.
Safety
Whether you have a traditional fireplace or a zero-clearance manufactured fireplace, glass doors will add a measure of safety. Fireplace doors keep sparks and embers from flying out of the firebox. They also provide a barrier between the flames and young children and pets.
Manage Air Exchange
Tightly sealed fireplace doors keep conditioned air from leaving your home and going up the chimney. Additionally, they prevent cold or hot outside air from getting into your home. This protection can help lower your home’s energy costs.
Custom or Prefab?
Let’s look at both options for adding a set of doors to your fireplace:
Custom Fireplace Doors
After measuring the opening of your firebox and talking with you about the look and feel you want in your new fireplace doors, our technicians will get to work creating a custom set of glass doors that will be exactly what you envisioned. You can have your doors framed in iron, metal, aluminum or other attractive materials.
Custom fireplace doors will perfectly fit your fireplace and seal tight.
Prefabricated Fireplace Doors
Buying your doors already made is a more affordable option, but not one that involves the sacrifice of beauty and elegance. There are many styles, shapes and designs of prefab glass doors that would look great with your fireplace right out of the box.
The only potential problem with ready-made doors is if your firebox is shaped in a way that requires custom-built doors in order to seal properly. We’ll let you know if this will be an issue with your fireplace before we install anything.
