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GLASS FRONT FIREPLACE SAFETY ISSUES
Many homebuyers and homeowners like the idea of a modern clean-burning, low-maintenance gas fireplace instead of the traditional high-maintenance, energy wasting wood-burning fireplace. But there is a safety concern with the typical glass front fireplace unit, stove or insert that most people are unaware of until it is too late. The glass fronts of these units can reportedly reach a temperature of 1000° F (538° C) or higher, hot enough for someone to be badly burned even with momentary contact. The glass front can remain hot enough to cause a burn up to an hour after the burner is turned off.To address this concern, as of January 1, 2015, all newly manufactured, glass-front, vented fireplaces, stoves and inserts are required to have a safety screen or other protective barrier to prevent anyone, particularly children, from coming in contact with the hot glass surfaces or frame.
Any manufactured glass-front unit with a potential surface temperature that can exceed 172° F (78°C) must have the barrier in place when the unit is installed, and it should not be easily removable.
Attached screens and gates can serve as the protective barriers. Attachable safety screens are designed to fit on the face of the unit with an air space between the glass surface and barrier to help reduce the temperature of the exposed surface and risk of serious burns.
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Products manufactured prior to January 1, 2015 can still be sold after that date, even if they do not meet the new standard. There are options for providing this safety protection for units manufactured prior to the implementation of the new standard. In some cases, manufacturers may supply directly attachable screens designed to fit existing models. Aftermarket safety screens, unless designed and approved for use with a particular model unit may interfere with proper use of the unit, as well as not provide the protection required or expected. Freestanding and attachable safety screen and gates can also be purchased at fireplace retailers, hardware stores, home centers and baby product stores.
Whether or not a unit meets the new standard, all homeowners should educate their family members and any guests about the hazards and provide warnings against advertent or inadvertent contact. At the very least, they should also consider having the appropriate barriers available to put in place in the event children are present if a fireplace will be used.
The Hearth, Patio and Barbeque Association was instrumental in getting the new manufacturing standards implemented and has developed an educational brochure on Glass Fireplace, Stove and Insert Safety. Every homeowner with a glass faced fireplace should visit the HPBA website and review this brochure.
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Note: These tips are only general guidelines. Since each situation is different, contact a professional if you have questions about a specific issue. More home safety and maintenance information is available online at www.housemaster.com.
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