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Do you want to replace your worn, outdated
fireplace glass doors or purchase new doors
for the first time...but just keep putting it off
because you don’t know where to start? We
understand that it’s an important decision and not
a purchase you make every day.
A quality set of fireplace doors is a significant
investment in your home that will not only
enhance your home’s decor but will help with
energy efficiency. You can count on us to
give you the best advice and information possible.
We have over 30 years of fireplace industry
experience on our team and we’ve put together
this guide to help you make a confident, educated
choice. If you’re ready to let us guide you through
the process (which is what we do best), read on
with no worries…
Our fireplace door consultants are here to take
care of you every step of the way!
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The
Contents
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What’s The Difference Between A Factory Built
and a Masonry Fireplace?
4
Compare Prefab Fireplace Doors
5
Some Helpful Tips When Choosing Fireplace Doors
6
A Few More Things To Consider
8
How To Install Your Fireplace Doors
9
What Do I Look For When Choosing A Fireplace Door?
10
The Number One Myth About Fireplace Doors
What’s The Difference
Between A Factory Built
and A Masonry Fireplace?
How do I know what kind of fireplace I have?
It is important to get the right door for your fireplace for
installation and safety reasons. Because prefab fireplaces are made
Why is this important?
out of metal they have different ventilation requirements than do
There are two types of fireplaces: Zero-Clearance/Prefab fireplaces
and Masonry fireplaces. A factory built fireplace is made out of sheet metal
masonry fireplaces that are made out of brick. For more information,
see National Safety Code 123.
and is basically a firebox enclosed in a steel cabinet. Masonry fireboxes are
Prefab/zero clearance fireplaces are what builders install in
made of brick or stone.
many neighborhood homes. They are typically made in a factory out
of sheet metal. There is sometimes a metal plate in the upper corner
Factory built fireplace
Masonry fireplace
of the insert with a manufacturer name and model number. Some
popular manufacturers include Lenox, Superior, Temco, Marco, and
Heatilator. Since these inserts are all different sizes and the doors
fit just inside the firebox opening, it’s helpful if you can find out the
manufacturer and model number of your fireplace as well as the
measurements, (length and height), of your firebox. Our fireplace
door consultants can help you with this process.
Masonry fireplaces have a brick or stone firebox, chimney, and
surround.
Important: Make sure you don’t mistake Prefab Refractory panels for brick.
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Compare Prefab Fireplace Doors
Which door should I choose?
$239
Replacement
Doors
N/A
$369
$429
$469
$579
$649
$699
$749
$999
EZ Door
EZ Door
Steel
EZ
Door
Plus
The
Stratten
Arcadia
The
Merino
The
Crestone
The
Heritage
Aluminium
Steel
Aluminium
Aluminum
Heavy Guage
Aluminum
Heavy Guage
Steel
Steel
Steel
Doors only.
Fireplace must have
existing track. Will
only work with listed
model numbers.
Great basic door.
No frills or options.
Clear glass only.
Great basic door
with the strength of
steel.
Step up from basic
doors. Full swing
doors with choice
of frame and glass
color.
Heavy Guage
Extruded Molding
Compares to Steel.
Gorgeous Heavy
Guage Extruded
Molding Compares
to Steel.
14 gage steel.
Basic Hinge
hardware. This door
is built to last for
years.
14 gage steel. Top
of the line hinges
and hardware. This
door is built to last
for years.
Quick ship for stock
doors - check your
fireplace.
Quick ship for stock
doors - check your
fireplace.
Bi-fold tracked
doors. Black
welded steel frame.
Full Swing doors in
choice of colors.
Full swing doors
choice of frame
colors.
Full swing doors
choice of frame
colors.
14g steel. Bi-fold
or Cabinet doors,
Overlap or Inside fit.
14g steel frame,
Upgraded
hardware.
14g steel frame.
Black, brass,
brush stainless.
Black.
Black and optional
powder coat
finishes.
Black and optional
powder coat
finishes.
15 finishes
to choose
from.
15 finishes
to choose
from.
15 finishes
to choose
from
15 finishes
to choose
from
15 finishes
to choose
from
2 year - frame and
glass
Glass - Lifetime.
Frame - 5 years
Glass - 1 year
Frame - 5 years
Glass - 1 year
Frame - 5 years
Glass - 1 year
Frame - 5 years
Glass - 1 year
Frame - 5 years
Glass - 1 year
Frame - 5 years
Glass - Lifetime.
Frame - 5 years
This door is built to
last for years.
Warranty Period
1 Year
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Here Are Some Helpful
Tips When Choosing Your
Fireplace Doors.
Increased Energy Efficiency: Fireplace doors cover
the opening of the firebox when a fire is not burning and can help
eliminate drafts and cold air coming down the chimney into your home.
The Hearth, Patio, and Barbeque Association recommends that all
fireplaces be provided with glass doors especially if you burn real wood.
Fireplace doors are helpful in reducing air leakage up the chimney,
eliminating hearth odors when the fireplace is not in use, and stopping
smoke spillage into your room.
Did you know the most frequently asked question regarding
fireplace doors is “Can I burn my fire with the doors closed?”
The answer is NO! Your glass could shatter. Also, leaving the
doors open ensures the fire has enough air to burn effectively.
Style and Beauty: Fireplace doors are not only functional
keeping the cold air out of your home and the warmth in, they add a
finished, decorative touch to your fireplace. After burning a fire, the
firebox may have unsightly stained walls, piles of ashes, or soot stained
gas logs. Our bronze or gray tinted glass covers the firebox and makes
it easy to hide the remnants of a fire. You can choose from a variety of
Grey glass finish
Clear glass finish
Bronze glass finish
painted and anodized aluminum or steel frames from standard black to
bronze, pewter, and brass with clear or tinted glass.
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Things To Consider
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The Fireplace Door
Frame
Door
Glass
Spark Guard: Mesh Door or Curtain?
FRAME
Steel vs Aluminum
• Steel - Strong, solid frame for doors, no sway or movement, powder coat finish.
• Aluminum - No rusting, economical, anodized finish.
SPARK GUARDS
Glass for fireplace doors comes in either clear or tinted. The tinted varieties are Glass for fireplace doors comes in either clear or tinted. The tinted varieties are bronze or gray. To determine if a door is available with tinted glass, check with the bronze or gray. To determine if a door is available with tinted glass, check with the supplier. supplier. The big question, is why would you want tinted glass? Tinted glass hides your firebox. The big question, is why would you want tinted glass? Tinted glass hides your firebox. Think about it... Your fireplace is probably the dirtiest place in your house, and Think about it... Your fireplace is probably the dirtiest place in your house, and sometimes you would probably like to hide it. Tinted glass doesn’t make it invisible, but sometimes you would probably like to hide it. Tinted glass doesn’t make it invisible, but does help hide the old ashes from last night’s fire. does help hide the old ashes from last night’s fire. Our recommendation: Our recommendation: ● Wood Burning Fireplaces ­ Tinted Glass. ● Wood Burning Fireplaces ­ Tinted Glass. ● Fireplaces with Gorgeous Gas Logs you want to show off ­ Clear Glass. ● Fireplaces with Gorgeous Gas Logs you want to show off ­ Clear Glass. ● Got a personal preference ­ Go with that ­ it is not a huge deal! ● Got a personal preference ­ Go with that ­ it is not a huge deal! Mesh Doors & Curtains
Spark guards are available in two main styles: mesh curtains
and mesh doors. There are also free standing mesh fireplace
screens. Most people use these guards with their wood
burning fireplaces to keep sparks from popping out of their
Spark Guards Spark Guards Glass bi-fold doors (tracked)
Spark Guards are available in two styles curtains and doors are only needed on wood Spark Guards are available in two styles curtains and doors are only needed on wood burning fireplaces. Some people use them as a decorative accessory to hide the burning fireplaces. Some people use them as a decorative accessory to hide the fireplace. fireplace. firebox while the fire is burning. They can also be used as a
decorative accessory to hide the ashes in the firebox after a
fire. Mesh curtains are typically mounted behind the fireplace
door and can be used on just about any fireplace. Mesh doors
Doors come in two styles: bi-fold or cabinet style.
- Bi-Fold Doors come with four hinged panels of glass, two o
are made at the factory and shipped with the fireplace door.
The mesh doors provide a better engineered solution since
they are secured on the top and bottom and open like cabinet
doors, unlike the mesh curtain that hangs loosely.
Mesh Curtain
Mesh Curtains Mesh Curtains Mesh
Doors
Mesh Doors Mesh Doors Glass Doors
Mesh curtains are typically mounted behind the fireplace door and can be used on just Mesh curtains are typically mounted behind the fireplace door and can be used on just Doors come in two styles: bi-fol
about any fireplace. about any fireplace. - Bi-Fold Doors come with6 four hing
of bi-fold doors. The tracked doors
not locked in the track and can sna
DOOR STYLE
Bi-fold or Cabinet Style
• Bi-Fold Doors come with four hinged panels of glass, two on each side. There are two types of bi-fold doors. The tracked
doors are locked in the track. The full swing bi-fold doors are
not locked in the track and can snap out and fold back to
provide a full view of the fire and make them easier to clean.
• Cabinet Style Doors come with two solid glass panes and
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Bi-fold style
glass doors
(full swing)
open like cabinets.
GLASS PANELS
Tempered
Our 3/16” or ¼” glass panels are tempered. Tempering is a
process that makes the glass stronger and if it were to be
broken, it would break into small granular chunks instead of
jagged shards.
Glass for fireplace doors comes in either clear or tinted.
The tinted varieties are bronze or gray. To determine if a door
is available with tinted glass, check with the supplier.
The big question is...why would you want tinted glass?
Tinted glass helps to hide your firebox after a fire. Think
about this: Your fireplace is probably the dirtiest place in your
house, especially if you burn real wood. Tinted glass is a
great way to make leftover ashes less noticeable.
2
Bi-fold style
glass doors
(tracked)
3
Cabinet style
glass doors
Our recommendation:
If you burn real wood, tinted glass is a great choice to hide
the ashes and soot after a fire. If you have a beautiful set
of gas logs, clear glass shows them off when they aren’t
burning. Got a personal preference? Go with that! It’s
totally up to you.
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How To Install Your
Fireplace Doors
Now that you have purchased your new fireplace doors, you need to know the
details on how you will be installing them. First, we’ll address a few frequently
asked questions from our customers.
INSTALLATION VIDEOS
Installation is easy with just a few tools you probably have
around the house. All hardware is included. For simple
instructions and easy to follow video demonstarations check
Will I need a professional to
install my new doors?
out our Installation videos and installation page
Not at all. If you can hang a picture frame, you can install fireplace doors
yourself. The process is easy and can be done with a few common tools.
What tools will I need for installation?
You’ll need an electric drill, drill bits, and a Phillips head screwdriver. If you need
help, just give us a call and speak to a member of our customer service team.
What if I run into problems installing my
fireplace glass doors?
At Brick-Anew, we stand behind our products. If you have any questions, you
can call us at 800-897-7175 and speak to a fireplace door specialist who can
help you with any problems you may encounter.
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LOW MAINTANANCE
What Do I Look For
When Choosing A
Fireplace Door?
Here’s our helpful checklist to
determine what’s important to you:
Increased Energy Efficiency
Style & beauty
Safety
Once your fireplace doors are installed, you can sit back and
enjoy. We offer a glass conditioner and a glass cleaner to keep
your doors looking like new for years to come.
LESS TIME CLEANING
Everyone loves the crackle and pop of a real wood fire. But
then there’s the clean up of all the ashes afterward. Closing
your glass doors after a fire hides the mess so you don’t have
to clean up the firebox right away or after every fire.
WARRANTY COVERAGE
Coverage: Warranties vary by manufacturer and typically the
better the door the longer the warranty.
Easy Installation
Low maintenance
Less time cleaning
Draft/cold air reduction
Warranty coverage
Customer support
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
If you have questions before, during, or after your purchase,
feel free to contact us at 800-897-7175.
SAFETY
If you have small children or pets, glass doors provide a barrier
to the firebox when the fireplace is not in use. Purchasing
safety locks for the doors is an extra precaution.
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The Number One Myth
About Fireplace Doors…
Can I burn a fire with my doors closed?
The answer is, NO!
A final thought...
And a better question is... Why would you want to?
Fireplace door manufacturers frequently show photos
If you burned a fire with the doors closed, most of the heat
of their doors closed, with photoshopped fires behind
would go straight up the chimney. Fireplace doors were
the glass. Although these images are visually appealing,
designed to keep cold air from coming down the chimney into
the house.
Before fireplace doors were available, a homeowner would
have to wait until the fire went out and the flue was closed
before going to bed at night. Otherwise, the house would be icy
cold the next morning. Closing the fireplace doors when the fire
consumers might get the idea that they should be able
to burn a fire with the doors closed. We take the time to
photograph our doors without the “fake fire” and educate
consumers on the proper use of fireplace doors, and the
importance of keeping them open when burning a fire.
is close to dying out not only keeps sparks from popping out of
the firebox but helps keep the cold air out and the warm air in
your room.
Many people want the ambiance of a fire burning behind closed
glass doors, but your doors are not designed to be used in that
way. The tempered glass cannot withstand the heat of a full
fire and can shatter into your room if the heat gets too intense.
Always burn your fire with the doors open.
- More frequently asked questions on the following page...
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Other Frequently Asked Questions.
What are my payment options?
How will I install my fireplace doors?
We make purchasing a fireplace door affordable by offering
If you’re comfortable using some basic tools, you shouldn’t
doors starting at only $229. We take major credit cards
have any trouble installing your fireplace doors. All the
including Master Card, Visa, and American Express. You
installation hardware and written instructions are included
can also use your PayPal account or a personal check
with the doors. There’s even an instructional video on our
made out to Intercept Sales.
website to help you along if you need it. Of course, you can
always hire a local handyman to do the job if you choose.
How long will it take to receive
my doors from the time
I place my order?
What kind of service can I expect
after I buy?
Occasionally, we have stock doors available in some sizes.
We’ve been in the business of selling fireplace doors for over
These doors can ship faster than custom doors. Be sure
ten years. If you ever need assistance, we are just a phone
to give us a call and we’ll let you know if we have the door
call away. That means you can relax and enjoy your doors for
you need in stock.
years to come.
What should I expect when
my doors arrive?
Your doors will be packaged securely to prevent damage
during shipping. After you open the box, inspect the doors
and contact us if you have any concerns. The frame,
glass doors, hardware for installation, and instructions are
included in the box.
Visit www.brick-anew.com - Your Fireplace Transformation Store.
Almost everything you ever wanted to know about fireplace doors
is just a click away. You’ll get advice, inspiration, and ideas from
our customer service professionals and read real testimonials from
previous customers. So give us a call at 800-897-7175...we’re
looking forward to talking with you. You can read more about our
company here on our “About Us” page.
Here’s to good times and great memories by the fire!
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Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Your own personal
fireplace door consultant
will handle your order
every step of the way.
Get expert advice.
Relax and let us handle
everything.
Contact one of our Fireplace Door Consultants
for a Free Consultation at 800-897-7275 or send
us an email at [email protected] with your
name and phone number and we will be happy to
contact you. If you order a fireplace door online at
www.brick-anew.com without speaking to us first,
no worries. After we receive your order, one of
our fireplace door consultants will contact you to
review your information and confirm your order so
you can rest assured you ordered the right doors
for your fireplace. So you can go ahead and order
the door you like on our website, and you will get
a call from us soon after to confirm your order
details.
During your free consultation, your fireplace door
consultant will help you select the right doors
for your fireplace, your home’s decor and your
budget. You will experience an informative,
no-pressure conversation gathering information
about what type fireplace you have and what
options we offer for you.
One of our fireplace door consultants will review
your information and take your order making sure
you have the correct measurements and type of
door for your fireplace. We are standing by so that
if you have a question or need assistance at any
time before, during, or after your purchase, we are
here to help.
Call: 800-897-7175
Click: on www.brick-anew.com
Email: [email protected]
It’s helpful to know:
1
Whether you have
a factory built/zeroclearance fireplace or
a masonry fireplace.
2
The manufacturer
and model number of
your factory built/zero
clearance fireplace.
Look to see if there’s a
metal plate on the front
of the firebox opening
with this information.
3
Your firebox opening
dimensions.
4
Length and width. Click
the link below to see
how to measure your
firebox opening where
your doors will fit.
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