Custom Fireplace Door Templates

If you are purchasing an inside fit fireplace glass door for an arched fireplace, you are going to need to provide a template so that the door will closely fit your opening.  The following guide will show you step by step directions on how to successfully utilize your template.

1. Remove template from box

2. Unroll and place over fireplace opening

 

3. Tape the template to the outside of the fireplace

4. Carefully trace the entire arch opening of your fireplace

5. Wait for the marker to dry and carefully remove template and re-roll

6. Repackage and call Woodland Direct at 1-800-919-1904 for pickup

How to Install Fireplace Doors

Ever buy something from the store and when it arrives at your home you think- how in the world am I going to install this by myself? Our fireplace glass doors can be installed by YOU. You do not need to pay extra money for someone else to install your new fireplace glass door-you just need to find the right tools. To begin this installation guide, here are four items that are required for installation of any fireplace glass door:

• Power Drill (Cordless recommended)
• Masonry Drill Bit
• Hex Head Drill Bit
• Felt Tip Marker

Most glass fireplace doors arrive fully-assembled. Keep in mind that the aluminum doors are made of four separate pieces that have been attached together. This design allows the aluminum doors to be flexible and fit almost any fireplace. Aluminum doors can create more of a hassle if your firebox is uneven or has unique elements. They require adjusting the frame to make the doors aligned correctly with your fireplace face.
Steel fireplace doors are made as one complete unit. They are typically laser cut from one solid sheet of steel which causes the door to be sturdy and unchanging. The lack of flexibility makes this type of fireplace glass door easier to install. No adjustments are necessary to mount a steel fireplace door which will cut the installation time in half! Aluminum doors will sit on the face of the fireplace and attach to the back of the frame. On the other hand, steel fireplace doors contain a back-frame that will sit inside the fireplace face. Before installing your glass fireplace door, you should always read the instructions in their entirety so that you fully understand the process.

The following is a summary of how to install a Fireplace Glass Door (please note that the example photos are taken of the Hammered Edge Fireplace Door which is made of steel):

TIP: Before installing your new fireplace glass door, remove the glass panels and mesh screens. For some door styles, the glass panels and mesh screens will easily lift off the hinges.


1) Position the door frame against your fireplace opening. Make sure the frame is lined up correctly so that it is flush to the fireplace.


TIP: For an aluminum door, you will need to attach the mounting brackets prior to Step 1. You will also need to adjust the mounting brackets so they match up with the mortar joints.

2) Locate the premade drilling holes on the frame or mounting brackets. Use the Felt Tip Marker to indicate at what spot you need to pre-drill holes in the masonry in order to attach the frame to the fireplace.


3) Remove the frame. Use a power drill with the masonry bit to pre-drill a hole in each spot that you previously marked on the fireplace.

TIP: You want to pre-drill holes into the mortar joint. If the frame does not match up with the mortar joint, drilling into the brick is acceptable.

4) Reattach frame to the face of your fireplace. Make sure the holes you just pre-drilled match the space provided for the screws to attach the door to the fireplace.

TIP: Aluminum doors may include fiberglass insulation. If provided, place the insulation between frame and fireplace face.

5) Using the screws provided, secure the frame to the fireplace.


6) Reattach mesh screens and glass panels.


TIP: With Aluminum doors, they will need to be adjusted until the glass doors are aligned with the frame correctly.

DONE!

The installation of your fireplace door may differ slightly than the above instructions depending on the manufacturer. We do offer installation support through our instructional videos, technical sales staff, and the instructions that will arrive along with your fireplace glass door. With the right tools and a good attitude, you can make your hearth look great and create a mesmerizing focal point for your home.

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How to Clean Fireplace Glass Doors

Picture this- You have completed your hearth décor with some great looking fireplace glass doors. You are enjoying each fire showcased by your beautiful new enclosures, but after a while you notice that your fireplace glass doors have collected some unpleasant things. This residue, that is caused variables in your fire, can create a nasty build up on your fireplace glass door. You will need to clean your fireplace glass doors regularly to keep them residue-free and looking their best. Cleaning a fireplace glass door is not a difficult task but if done incorrectly can ruin your enclosure. I am going to point out a few tricks of the trade in how to clean fireplace glass doors safely and efficiently.

First things first- GET THE RIGHT CLEANING PRODUCT. There are a lot of different myths of what is the best thing to use when cleaning the soot off your glass doors. Depending on what kind of fireplace you have determines what cleaner is best for you. Using the wrong cleaner can make ugly streaks or scratches on your nice fireplace glass doors. So, which product do I recommend? Here are some of my suggestions:

For a gas fireplace, I would advise using White-Off Fireplace Glass Cleaner. It is a cream solution rather than the normal spray-on cleaners. The White-Off glass cleaning cream is made to remove the white residue on your fireplace glass doors that is created by gas log fires. It is a guaranteed non-abrasive cleaner that will remove the residue without scratching your glass. The White-Off Fireplace Glass Cleaner does not only clean fireplace glass doors. It can also be used on ceramic cook-tops, stainless steel, composite sinks and fiberglass showers.

For a wood-burning fireplace, I recommend the Fireplace Glass and Hearth Cleaner. It is a spray-on and wipe-off type of cleaner that will not run. That’s right- it’s a spray-on cleaner that sticks to the glass without running down to the floor. This thick “Ultra-Cling” formula makes it easy for you to remove creosote, soot, and grime off your fireplace glass doors. The Fireplace Glass and Hearth Cleaner can also be used to clean different surfaces of your hearth that have been claimed by the grime.

Another product to consider is the Pellet Stove Glass Cleaner. It can be used to clean fireplace or woodstove glass doors as well as coal burning appliances. It is a streak-free cleaner that is easy to use because of the pump-spray nozzle design. The Pellet Stove Glass Cleaner will remove the residue from your fireplace glass doors that is left behind after a great fire.

Cleaning fireplace glass doors has never been easier thanks to new products that have developed over the years. You do not need to keep gambling if you are going to scratch the glass or not while you try to scrap off the grime with a razor blade. Put the razor down and pick up a great fireplace glass door cleaner and wipe your worries away. These efficient and easy to use cleaning supplies will save you time and money!

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