What makes a fireplace insert approved for pre-fabs? | Hearth.com Questions and Answers

What makes a fireplace insert approved for pre-fabs? - # 317

Question:

When an insert says “approved for prefab”- other than being of a size that accommodates a prefab- what makes these inserts DIFFERENT from those that don’t have the “approved for prefab” mark on them?


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Answer:

They have been designed and tested so as to not place excess radiant heat on surfaces in or around the pre-fab units. Pre-fab fireplaces are installed into wood framing, which could ignite if the fireplace is used improperly or if an unapproved inseert or stove is installled.


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