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Fireback replacement

  • 13-01-2009 11:10PM
    #1
    ger34
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 249 ✭✭


    Have a crumbling fireback in a turf burning fireplace which needs replacing.Have heard of an appliance called a fireplace insert (i think) available from Griffin Hawe in Athy,has anyone got any information on these appliances?


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  • #2
    demanufactured
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,756 ✭✭✭demanufactured


    You should be able to get Whats called a 50-50 fireback,its basically the fireback cut into 2 pieces to make it easier to put in without removing the whole fireplace, should be easily got from any building suppliers.


  • #3
    RKQ
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,292 ✭✭✭RKQ


    A fire "insert" is a small stove that fits into a standard fireplace ope. Is this what you are referring too?


  • #4
    ger34
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 249 ✭✭ger34


    Yes thats exactly it.My opening is a 16" and i burn turf generally.I have heard these inserts are very efficient compared to an open fire, maybe 80 to 90%.Need to find more information though.


  • #5
    RKQ
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,292 ✭✭✭RKQ


    There are a number of threads on fire "inserts" in DIY. I believe they range in price from €500 - €1700. I seen one in a local hardware the other day for €500. It basically turns your fireplace into a stove.

    Anyone remember the old Waterford Fire fronts? Circa 1985, they seems to be very efficient.


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