The Advantages of Double-Sided Fireplaces

Fireplaces are a feature of many modern homes. They provide a level of comfort and warmth that can’t be beat and are especially cozy as we approach the darker, colder months of winter. However, you may find that you could use the heat of a fireplace in more than one connected room. In these cases, a double-sided fireplace can provide all the benefits of a traditional fireplace but spread out over double the space. In short, they provide twice the value with only one product. Here are some of the advantages of investing in a double-sided fireplace for your living space.

A double-sided fireplace is safer than many other kinds of fireplaces.
If you have children or pets in the house that a fireplace could injure, you should know that a double-sided fireplace is a very safe option for your home. Our safe to touch, triple-paned Glass Guard system is an additional glass barrier in front of the main glass of the fireplace. There is an airspace between the three pieces of glass that helps to decrease the temperature of the radiant heat from the fireplace. This airspace decreases the temperature of the exterior glass leaving it warm to the touch.

A double-sided fireplace heats two rooms at the same time.
One of the biggest selling points of a double-sided fireplace is its ability to heat two rooms at once. A fireplace takes up a fair amount of space, so a double-sided fireplace saves you floor and wall space. You are essentially killing two birds with one stone by investing in a double-sided fireplace.

A double-sided fireplace distributes heat better than most traditional fireplaces.
Unlike more traditional fireplaces that cluster heat in one area, a double-sided fireplace is often positioned in a more central part of the room. This allows them to heat two rooms and distribute the heat more evenly, making them a great option, especially for cooler months when you would rather turn on your fireplace than central heating.

It is cheaper to run a double-sided fireplace than two fireplaces in two separate rooms.
If two rooms require a fireplace, it is much more affordable to get a double-sided fireplace to heat them than two individual fireplaces, each using power and heat. You will also save time and money on maintenance by only having one fireplace rather than two or more.

A double-sided fireplace requires only one chimney and flue.
Normally, each fireplace you install will require its own chimney and flue, so if you have two fireplaces, you have to pay to have an additional chimney and flue installed. A double-sided fireplace does the work of heating two rooms without the cost and hassle of installing a chimney and flue. You’ll save time and money on chimney maintenance this way as well.

A double-sided fireplace makes a striking artistic focal point.
While a double-sided fireplace is a functional piece that provides heat and light, many people also value it as a decorative piece. A double-sided fireplace is an even more modern centrepiece. It will be a great focal point and conversation starter since it is more uncommon than a traditional fireplace but oh so stylish.

There are endless ways to customize a double-sided fireplace for the two living spaces.
Nowadays, fireplaces are more customized than they used to be. Some people want a traditional look for their living area, while others are looking for a modern, sleek design. A double-sided fireplace offers a wide range of sizes to fit most spaces and provides endless possibilities for customization like flame colours, ember bed colours, flame speed and more.

Double-sided does not have to mean see-through.
While traditionally double-sided fireplaces are transparent and provide a window between rooms, modern designs offer the ability to switch between transparent, semi-transparent, and opaque. This allows you to have privacy when you need it, such as if you have the fireplace in a bedroom while enjoying the other benefits a double-sided fireplace offers.

A double-sided fireplace can provide a stylish source of warmth and light in your home, but they are not for everyone. While there are practicalities to take into consideration, such as adequate wall supports and ensuring that the two rooms share a wall, you may find that you prefer the more traditional sounds and smells of a wood fireplace.

Double-sided fireplaces are quickly becoming a staple in modern homes since they are beautiful and work double-duty in two rooms. If you are ready to take the plunge and get a double-sided fireplace for your home, contact the experts at Napoleon today!