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Customer Comments: I am looking for 2 wrought iron doors for outdoor fireplace measurements are 39 3/4 width and 31 height for both
Our Comments: Not sure if you want mesh or glass doors, so I have created mockups showing both. The glass doors shown can all be made with mesh instead of glass. Glass doors with ceramic glass are a great option that allows you to burn fires with the doors closed to keep ashes and sparks from flying about when it gets windy. I included materails other than wrought iron so you alternatives in various price ranges to choose from.
Tempered vs Ceramic Glass: Tempered glass can handle sustained temperatures up to about 450F without breaking from heat and should be at least 8" from the flames. Ceramic glass can handle temperatures up to about 1450F and can have direct contact with the flames. If you wish to burn fires with the doors closed, I highly recommend upgrading to ceramic glass.
Outdoor Fireplace Materials: Materials designed specifically for outdoor fireplaces will be stainless steel or zinc coated wrought iron. Both of these can be very expensive. Many of my customers seek a balance between price and durability. For example, aluminum holds up well outdoors, but some of the hardware and hinges will eventually rust. Some manufacturers offer an expensive outdoor option that includes stainless steel hardware to overcome this issue, while others may not. Zinc coated wrought holds up well, but the gate mesh or mesh curtains get very expensive in stainless steel and some people will choose normal steel for those components and replace them periodicallly. I will provide pricing for various options so you can find the right balance for you.
Fireplace Opening: 39 3/4" W x 31" H
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Aluminum is an excellent material for fireplace doors because it does not rust and can handle relatively high temperatures when treated with powder coated finishes. It is not as heavy duty and rugged as steel or wrought iron, but it is the most affordable.
Option #1: PW Creekside Aluminum Bifold Fireplace Door in Black with Tempered or Ceramic Glass and Gate Mesh Backup Doors. This door has some steel hardware that may rust over time
These doors are designed specifically for outdoor applications and are made entirely from stainless steel or Solid Brass, including the hardware and mesh.
Option #2: Hearth Creations Stainless Steel Outdoor Fireplace Cabinet Door in Black Powder Coat with Tempered or Ceramic Glass and Gate Mesh Backup Doors. Can also be made without glass.
Option #3: Stone Manufacturing DF1M Solid Brass Outdoor Fireplace Mesh Door in Black with Black Stainless Steel Mesh. Glass Not Available.
Hand forged by a blacksmith from 1/4" thick zinc coated wrought iron. Not only are these built to be used, they take on a more rugged natural look for those who appreciate craftsmanship and tasteful details. The forging process produces a unique texture that you cannot get with laser cut steel and there are added hammered textures that can be for a more rustic applications. These doors are most commonly ordered with ceramic glass for buring hot fires with the doors closed. Some of the mounting hardware is made from steel and is expected to rust over time. Hinges must be lubricated periodically to avoid binding.
Option #4: Hand Crafted Luxe Saddle Joint Wrought Iron Inside Fit Cabinet Mesh Fireplace Door in Burnished Black. Can also be made with tempered or ceramic glass.
Option #5: Hand Crafted Porthouse Wrought Iron Cabinet Fireplace Mesh Door in Burnished Black. Can also be made with tempered or ceramic glass.
Option #6: Hand Crafted Wrought Iron Cabinet Fireplace Mesh Door with Scrollwork in Hammered Medium Bronze. Can also be made with tempered or ceramic glass.
Option #7: Hand Crafted Plain Wrought Iron Bifold Fireplace Glass Door in Burnished Black with Tempered or Ceramic Glass and Heavy Duty Gate Mesh Backup Doors. When made without glass, each panel must be fully framed.
Option #8: Hand Crafted Wrought Iron Fully Framed Mission Style Bifold Fireplace Glass Door in Distressed Medium Bronze with Tempered or Ceramic Glass and Heavy Duty Gate Mesh Backup Doors. Can also be made without glass.
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.
Tempered vs Ceramic Glass: Tempered glass can handle sustained temperatures up to about 450F without breaking from heat and should be at least 8" from the flames. Ceramic glass can handle sustained temperatures up to about 1450F and be in direct contact with the flames. If you wish to burn fires with the doors closed, I highly recommend upgrading to ceramic glass. Ceramic glass is $800-$2000 more than tempered glass depending on the manufacturer.
Not all doors are available with all of these glass options.
Hearth Creations Finishes
Design Specialties Finishes
Hand Crafted Wrought Iron Finishes
PW Finishes
Stone Manufacturings Trims & Finishes
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 Photo #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.
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 Photo #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.
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