The fireplace heat shield, also known as a Fireback, has been used in Europe for centuries and is making a comeback in the U.S. In some areas, they are known as a Pennsylvania fireback. These high-quality, stainless steel firebacks are used to protect the back wall of the firebox from extreme heat and to reflect more warmth into your living area.
In an unprotected fireplace, heat is absorbed into the masonry firebrick, which can cause cracking and mortar joints to break down, creating expensive repairs. The average cost to repair a back wall of a masonry fireplace begins at $600+.
Prefab fireplaces are especially susceptible to heat damage to the back panel caused by the intense heat of a fire. The back refractory panels get cracks and in time have to be replaced with a new one, with a cost on average near $275.00.
Stainless steel fire-backs are a good way to protect your firebox and can provide more heat output from the fireplace as well.
Our firebacks are made of heavy-duty, 14-gauge, type 304 stainless steel, and are pre-stressed with a slight curve to minimize warping.
Included is a pair of 9” long S/S legs that provide 3 angle choices.
Black firebacks and “Wheat”-etched patterns are not currently available. Firebacks will darken with use, and will look like a natural part of the fireplace.
Firebacks are not returnable after usage.
For more information or to order Fireback Heat Shield, please email chimneykeepers@gmail.com or call (919) 772-8110.
Shipping is $11.95.
Part # | Name | Height | Width | Desc. | Price | |
#fb1515 most popular for prefabs |
Small | 15″ | 15″ | Plain SS |
$89 | |
#fb1618 most popular for prefabs |
Med | 16″ h | 18″ w | Plain SS | $99 | |
#gfsb2020 | Med /Lrg |
20″ | 20″ | Plain SS |
$130 | |
#gfsb2424 | Lrg | 24″ | 24″ | Plain SS |
$156 |