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Custom 24 Gauge Steel Fireplace Hood

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Custom Fireplace Hood - 24 Gauge Steel. Transform your fireplace into the centerpiece it deserves to be with our exquisite Custom Fireplace Hood. Crafted with precision and designed to perfection, this fireplace mantle heat deflector is the epitome of both form and function, adding an unparalleled touch of sophistication to your living space.

Elevate your home's ambiance and warmth with the Custom Fireplace Hood, a harmonious blend of style and functionality. Embrace the beauty it brings to your living space and relish the comforting glow of your fireplace with the ultimate mantle heat deflector. Make a statement; choose the Custom Fireplace Hood today.

Product Features

  • Endless Customization: Our Custom Fireplace Hood is engineered to fit seamlessly into any hearth, no matter the size or style. With the ability to fabricate it to any width between 20" and a grand 70", this versatile addition complements both modest and extravagant fireplaces alike.
  • Premium Materials: Crafted from 24-gauge steel, this fireplace hood is not just a stunning decorative piece; it's a durable, long-lasting investment in the comfort and aesthetics of your home. The steel's strength ensures that your fireplace hood will endure for years to come, maintaining its beauty even with regular use.
  • Tailored Depth and Height: Customize your fireplace hood's dimensions to suit your specific needs and preferences. Choose from depths of 4", 5", 6", 7", 8", or 9" to achieve the perfect fit. Adjust the height to 2", 3", 4", or 5" to create a captivating focal point that suits your unique style.
  • Unmatched Finishing Options: Your fireplace should be as unique as your home, which is why we offer a range of finishes to suit your taste. Select from our standard finishes or upgrade your fireplace hood with additional overlay finishes that will truly make it stand out.
  • Effortless Installation: Installing your Custom Fireplace Hood is a breeze, thanks to the included hardware. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with easy setup and the confidence that your new fireplace hood will stay securely in place.
  • Free Shipping & Timely Fabrication: We believe in providing excellent service from start to finish. Enjoy the convenience of free shipping and expect your custom fireplace hood to be fabricated within 3-4 weeks, ensuring that you can enhance your living space without delay.

Product Specifications

Material 24 Gauge Steel
Available Lengths Custom (20" To 70" Whole Inches)
Available Heights 2", 3", 4", 5"
Available Depths 4-1/2", 5", 6", 7", 8-1/2", 9"
Mounting Hardware Included

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The Fireplace Hood: Essential Safety & Heat Control

A roaring fireplace brings warmth and atmosphere, but rising heat and smoke present distinct challenges for surrounding walls, mantels, and wall-mounted electronics. Installing a metal fireplace hood provides an immediate protective shield, deflecting extreme temperatures and controlling smoke spillover.

Key Advantages
  • Heat Management: Directs radiant heat forward into the room rather than letting it rise directly up the wall, protecting wood mantels, trim, and electronics.
  • Smoke Control: Captures stray smoke drafts near the top of the firebox opening and guides them safely up the flue.
  • Soot & Ash Protection: Keeps combustion residue off high surfaces, minimizing cleaning and preserving paint or stonework.
  • Code Compliance: Meets safety clearance regulations required by many local building codes for reduced mantel clearances.
Considerations
  • Visual Profile: Adds a visible metal element directly above the firebox. Choosing a finish that matches your fireplace door frame resolves aesthetic conflicts.
  • Upfront Investment: Adds a modest hardware cost, though it prevents thousands of dollars in potential heat damage to TVs or artwork.
Common Installation Methods
1. Lintel Mount

Attaches directly to the steel lintel bar at the top of the firebox opening. Provides a clean, low-profile finish ideal for tight clearance requirements.

2. Surface Mount

Fastens to the exterior fascia or masonry wall above the opening. Offers broader design flexibility and decorative trim options when no lintel is accessible.

Mounting a TV Above a Fireplace: Clearance Rules

Unprotected electronics mounted above active fireplaces suffer from premature board failure, screen distortion, and housing warping. Follow these specific positioning standards to safeguard your television:

  • Wall-Mounted Clearances: Position the bottom edge of the TV at least 20 inches above the firebox opening (typically 7–12 inches above a protective mantel). If the top of the TV sits higher than 65 inches off the floor, use a tilt mount for ideal viewing angles.
  • Mantel Deflection: Install a solid mantel extending at least 2.5 inches out from the wall surface to break the rising thermal plume and bounce hot air away from the screen face.
  • Stand-Mounted Placement: Maintain a strict 3-foot minimum buffer zone between freestanding television cabinets and open firebox edges.
  • Glass Doors: Keep fireplace glass doors closed during operation to lock heat inside the firebox, but monitor internal temperatures based on manufacturer guidelines.
Diagram showing safe mounting distances for TVs positioned above fireplaces with mantels

Critical Heat & Safety Warning

Excessive heat exposure voids most television manufacturer warranties instantly. If you cannot maintain the 20-inch minimum clearance between your firebox and TV, installing a deflector hood or switching to a zero-clearance electric/gas unit is required to prevent electronic component failure.

Need a Custom Fit? If your masonry dimensions or non-standard clearances make choosing a hood difficult, consult our field techs for custom sizing options.
Always verify local building code requirements and your fireplace door manufacturer's clearance specifications before performing permanent alterations.

Manufacturer's Warranty

Manufacturer warrants its Fireplace Hoods to be free from defects in materials or workmanship, under normal use and conditions of service, for a period of five (5) years, subject to the limitations outlined below. This warranty is non-transferable and is extended exclusively for the benefit of the original purchaser beginning on the original date of retail sale. Manufacturer will, at its option, repair or replace any part that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship at no charge (exclusive of freight) subject to the limitations of this warranty. This warranty covers repair or replacement of parts only and applies exclusively to products purchased for consumer use. This warranty does not cover damage caused by transportation and/or handling or which results from alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, or improper installation. It also makes no warranty as to maximum temperature and stresses which may cause discoloration of metal finishes, and/or distortion of metal parts

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