How can I change the look of my existing fireplace?

A lot of people come into the store and want to change the look of their existing fireplace without completely removing or replacing it. People still like the idea of having the large opening masonry fireplace for a few fires in the winter or when company is over.

There isn’t a need to totally change what they have with an insert that is designed for heating and high efficiency. There are a few simple items that can really change the appearance and function of the fireplace.

Glass doors can really change the look and presentation of the fireplace. If the existing fireplace has no doors putting doors on it will frame the opening and bring attention and focus to the fireplace when not in operation and give the flames when burning a border.

When the fireplace is not in operation closing the doors will stop any heat from leaving the home up the chimney flue helping with heating costs. Doors can come in almost any size, style, color, and price imaginable.

Gas logs are also a nice alternative for people not wanting to burn wood but want to keep the large opening. If you have gas to the fireplace, then half the work is done. Gas logs offer tons of sizes, styles, and control options.

Installing gas burning logs into the fireplace eliminates wood burning entirely. Gas logs provide a small amount of heat into the room when they are in operation. When gas logs are installed, because they do not require a large flue opening to vent, the damper of the fireplace can be almost fully closed helping to eliminate heat from drafting out of the house through the flue.

Glass door and gas logs work well together to eliminate heat loss and to change the overall appearance of the hearth area.