Fireplace Glass Doors
Fireplace glass doors make a beautiful and economic addition to your fireplace. There is a large selection of fireplace glass doors so you can find the one that is right for your fireplace and you.
All your fireplace requires is that it fits. You on the other hand, should be concerned about quality, style, and function.
As with anything, you should buy the best quality fireplace glass doors that you can. When quality improves so does style and function. Important functions to consider are:
Do the fireplace glass doors open fully? Check to be sure that the doors open fully. Cabinet style doors should open all the way 180 degrees to meet the back wall. Bi-fold doors should also open 180 degrees and fold back on itself. Doors that open fully are a lot less likely to get broken put logs in the fire. Fully opened doors are also out of the way when you are cleaning out the firebox.
Are the fireplace glass doors removable? Removable doors make the installation process much easier. This reduces the risk of damage to the doors and also makes the unit lighter while installing the frame to the firebox walls.
Removable doors are also great for cleaning. You can easily remove the fireplace glass doors and take them outside for a thorough washing. Ammonia is also great for cleaning the glass which is best done outside. Just a reminder, never mix ammonia with any other chemicals because of the poisonous fumes.
The economic benefits of fireplace glass doors are great. The closed doors offer another barrier for the heat from your house to escape. When the fireplace is not in use, the only thing you rely on to keep heat from rushing up the chimney or cold air coming down the chimney is the damper.
Dampers are not known for their insulating qualities. The cast iron damper gets cold and this will radiate cold air into your home. Fireplace glass doors will stop this cold air from getting in you house.
When the fireplace is in use, the draw from the heat and smoke going up the chimney pulls the warm air from the room with it. Fireplace glass doors eliminate this. The frame has a damper on it because all fires need air. However, the air drawn from the damper is a lot less than the heat that is radiated from the glass.
If you want the most efficiency from your fireplace, consider fireplace glass doors. There is no better way to put the heat into your home and not up the chimney.