Glass Doors for Traditional Neo-Georgian Fireplace - Project #11385
Customer Comments: We are interested in adding fireplace doors to our living room fireplace. The home is Neo-Georgian/Federal built in 1929. The existing screen has been there since the house was built and we think is appropriate for the fireplace and the room. So we are looking for something similar. Obviously, it is a wood burning fireplace and has a chimney top damper fitted. Energy efficiency and comfort are our main goals. The masonry conducts the cold from the outside, making the area around the fireplace feel cold. Thanks in advance.
Our Comments: Fireplace doors that best match the architecture and decor of your home would need to be made from solid brass, like the valance on your current screen. That is our specialty and we have provided several examples. Because solid brass doors are quite expensive, we have presented some less expensive alternatives, although the finish options that might work are quite limited.
Fireplace Opening: 48 3/8" W x 33 1/8" H
Note: These mock-ups are not to scale and are meant to help you choose the model of your screen or door, not the finish. Although we may create a general representation of black, iron, bronze, gold and silver tones, you must choose your finish from our samples using the links below. Ask your project manager which samples apply to the items in your project.
Finish Samples: Design Specialties Finishes | Stone Manufacturing Finishes | Hearth Creations Finishes
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High End Hand Crafted Solid Brass
These doors are hand crafted by skilled artisans from Solid Brass or Steel, depending on the finish that is desired. Very high end, and very refined. Items made from solid brass come in a wide variety of hand crafted patinas and other finishes. Satin Nickel finishes done on solid brass are the finest quality and will not rust like plated steel.
Option #1: Stone Manufacturing DF1G-48 Solid Brass Fireplace Doors with Floral Casting Trim in Amber Finish with 1" Bevel on Perimeter of Glass. Shown with matching T-1 Revere Fireplace Tools.
Option #2: Stone Manufacturing DF1G-48 Solid Brass Fireplace Doors with Floral Casting Trim in Amber Finish with Mesh in Front of Glass. This hides the glass and keeps the door more in line with the period of the home. Fully framed doors are required for this option. Shown with matching T-1 Revere Fireplace Tools.
Option #3: Stone Manufacturing DF1G-48 Solid Brass Fireplace Doors with Half Oval Trim in Old English. Shown with matching T-1 Revere Fireplace Tools.
High End Hand Crafted Wrought Iron/Steel Doors
Hand crafted doors take on a more rugged natural look for those who appreciate craftsmanship tasteful details.
Option #4: Design Specialties Craftsman Fireplace Door in Old World Bronze Powder Coat over Steel.
Medium Range Steel Doors
Steel doors are more substantial than the less expensive aluminum doors. They are heavy duty and rugged and are more customizable because the frames are laser cut.
Option #5: Design Specialties Legend Fireplace Glass Door with Window Pane Design in Vintage Brass Finished Steel.
Affordable Aluminum Doors
Aluminum is an excellent material for fireplace doors because it does not rust and can handle high temperatures when treated with powder coated finishes. It is also the most affordable.
Option #6: Design Specialties Brookfield Fireplace Glass Door in Vintage Brass Finished Aluminum).
Finish Options for Stone Manufacturing
Solid Brass Castings
Use your imagination to create the perfect fireplace screen with these solid brass castings from Stone Manufacturing. Compliment architectural details in the mantel or other furnishings in our home, or simply create your own unique look. Available in a wide variety of finishes.
Narrow Castings
#66 - 5/8" Bellini (French Gold)
#88 - 5/8" Prince of Wales (Ormolu)
#54 - 7/8" Reed & Ribbon (Oil Rubbed Bronze)
#34 - 7/8" Mini Rope (Bronze Patina)
#35 - 7/8" Ornate Beaded (Aged Brass)
#20 - 1" Egg & Dart (Old English)
#22 - 1" Laurel Leaf (Antique Brass)
#27 - 1" French (Old English)
#33 - 1 1/8" Rope (Black Antique Silver)
#44 - 1" Circle Dot (Satin Nickel)
#52 - 1" Half Oval (Antique Pewter)
#55 - 1" Flower & Ribbon (Amber)
#48 - 1 1/8" Floral (Antique Brass)Wide Castings
#77 - 1 1/4" Desert Palms (Oil Rubbed Bronze)
#99 - 1 3/8" Wave & Scroll (Old English)
#36 - 1 3/4" Oak Leaf (Hand Polished)
#46 - 2" Tulip (Burnt Sienna)
#51 - 2" Greek Key (Satin Brass & Black)
#42 - 2 1/8" Victorian (Brown Antique Silver)
#39 - 2 5/8" Wild Flowers (Highlighted Old English)
#95 - 1 1/2"-3 1/2" Shell (Polished Brass)Other Pictures
Fig #1 - Closeup
Fig #2 - Room Setting
Mesh & Insulation Options
The Mesh options are behind the glass so you can burn the fire with the doors open and still have spark protection. Great for real wood or gas logs since most gas long manufacturers insist that you have a screen in front of the logs when they are burning. Mesh panel doors are the most popular and are best for when there are toddlers present because they will not open backwards whereas the mesh screens are easily pushed in. Insulation goes between the back of the frame and the fireplace facing, providing a better seal.
Black Mesh Curtains - These slide back and forth on a rod behind the glass
Gate Mesh Doors - These are separate doors behind the glass that have a flat wire mesh and a black frame.
Insulation: Provides a better seal between the fireplace face and the door frame.
This page was created as part of our Free Fireplace Door Design service. Anyone who has a fireplace and is considering glass doors can take advantage of this program. All you have to do is email us some pictures of your fireplace and we will create digital mock-ups showing you how various fireplace doors will look on your fireplace. This is hands down the best way to shop for fireplace doors. Click Here to Begin Your Own Project!