Best of The Basics of Fireplace Doors

Installing fireplace doors can have plenty of benefits, not just for you but for your entire family as well. However, many people tend to overlook these benefits and most simply opt to not have them at all. So before we get into the basics of having fireplace doors, let's talk about the benefits for and the reasons why you should have one.

It helps save you energy and makes your fireplace a lot more efficient. Having a fireplace door installed would ultimately save you energy because it helps in preventing cold wind from getting into your home via the chimney. At the same time, it traps the warm air inside making your fireplace burn longer without having to use so much gas. In fact, studies have shown that these doors can actually decrease air loss by 90% especially if you keep it closed whenever your fireplace is not in use. Needless to say, it's efficient and can potentially help in lowering your monthly gas bills.

It is also necessary to have fireplace doors for safety purposes. It would keep pets and small children away from the fireplace and out of harm's way. The doors would also keep any hot ash, debris as well as sparks from the fireplace away from you and your carpets which might cause little accidents.

Let's now move on to the basics of getting fireplace doors installed in your home. If you don't plan on hiring a contractor to do the job for you and would rather do it in own style, here are a few things to keep in mind. When it comes to measuring the length of your firebox, do it in two separate places. The first should be taken near the bottom of the firebox whilst the second one should be taken near the top of it. Now, for measuring the height, it needs to be done in 3 different spots. The first should be taken from the middle whilst the other two should be taken from the 2 opposing sides of the firebox frame.

You should use the smallest measurements you have gotten for your firebox dimensions when placing your order for the fireplace doors. Lastly, do check for things such as small tacks or left-over screws that might prevent you from easily installing the door. These small hindrances should be removed.

When it comes to choosing the type of fireplace door that's suitable for your home, you've got two choices. There are the cabinet style doors which open and close just like your typical cabinets and the traditional style doors which work by sliding back and forth similar to an accordion. Most fireplace doors are made of glass which makes it possible for you to appreciate the fire even when it's closed.

Lastly, maintenance is something you don't have to think about. All you need is a dry cloth and some window cleaner (for glass doors) or metal polisher (for metal screens) to clean it. I guess it only suffices to say that having a fireplace door installed is not only a way for you to have a more efficient way of using your fireplace but it can also add aesthetic beauty to your home.