double sided fireplace

Double sided fireplace perfect fit for a large hall or for adjacent rooms located nearby, through the wall. It is convenient in that it will become a decoration and heat two rooms at the same time, having one chimney.

double sided fireplace

This type of fireplace can be of several types, both in design and material from which it is built, and in the fuel used.

Unfortunately, this model infrequently found in the interiors of houses, as many people think that she will take a lot of space and difficult to build, but this is an erroneous opinion. A double-sided fireplace occupies the same area as a single-sided one, and its advantage lies precisely in saving material for its construction. When erecting one structure, two rooms receive a separate fireplace, or it divides a large room into two zones, one of which can become a cozy individual corner, and the second — room for reception guests.

Purpose of a double-sided fireplace

It must be said right away that the through double-sided version of the fireplace will not be able to heat the room same way, like a regular or double-sided brick one, in which the fireboxes operate separately from each other and have only a common chimney.

Through double-sided fireplaces are more likely to serve as a decorative interior decoration than as a way to warm the room, and there are two reasons for this:

1. The firebox of a conventional fireplace is designed in such a way that what its side and rear walls have definite bias, what contributes to the reflection of heat towards the room. In a through furnace, walls cannot be made according to the same design, and therefore a large amount of heat simply goes into the pipe.
2. The second reason is the large amount of oxygen entering such a furnace, and the combustion of the fuel is much faster, and the thrust also increases. These two factors contribute to the rapid weathering of heated air.

Of course, it cannot be said that a double-sided fireplace does not heat the room at all. — he will fill her cosiness and create comfort. But its main purpose after all, become decorative qualities.

Location of the fireplace

Several options for double-sided fireplaces allow you to choose the right one for location in one or two rooms.

• Directly, the fireplace itself can become a dividing wall for two rooms, if you put it end to wall. In this case, the design should be massive enough — in fact, one large room is divided into two.
• Another variant — This is a wall mounted fireplace. If it is built of brick, then the wall between the rooms in some places will need to be dismantled in order to build a fireplace array into this hole.
• The third option could be a model standing separately in the middle or on the side of the room.

The fireplace is located in the center of the room

• Fourth fireplace option — this is a building, butt adjoining to one wall, but not making two rooms out of one room, but only dividing the room into two zones.

Fireplace dividing the room into two zones

• The fifth, most unusual option is a suspended metal one- or two-sided fireplace. For its installation, it is necessary that the house has reliable and a strong ceiling, as it will hold exactly on German.

Unusual hanging fireplace

building material

The choice of material for the construction of the fireplace will depend on what fuel will be in German apply:

1. If you plan to heat it with wood, then have to resist him out of brick. Such a structure may have a through firebox or divided wall. Wherein, how in the first and in the second case, the chimney is made common of brick or metal. Firebox it can be brick, made of refractory material or built-in through cast iron.
2. When using electricity or biofuel for a fireplace, you can use a building made of brick or heat-resistant drywall, the frame of which is built from a metal profile or wooden bars. A ready-made through electric fireplace can also be built into a hole arranged in the wall.
3. Suspended fireplaces are sold completely ready-made and require only fixing them in the ceiling and pipe output through the roof.

Foundation

Fundament dlI am everyone buildings is a very important element, but not for all double-sided fireplaces it is necessary.

• Reliable the foundation will be mandatory for brick buildings, and it is desirable that it be separated from the common foundation of the house, as they can affect each other negatively. If it is supposed to arrange two fireboxes in the fireplace, separated wall and located in different rooms, then have to make a foundation in one and the second room.

Fundament dlI of a brick double-sided fireplace is arranged according to all the rules that are developed for the construction of stoves or classic wood-burning fireplaces.

• Plasterboard construction does not require such reliable basics, as it does not have much weight.
• Prefabricated double-sided fireplaces running on biofuel or electricity, also perfectly do without the preliminary device of the basis for them.
• Naturally hanging fireplaces do not require a foundation, but have to work hard on strengthening the floors and reliable structural fastening.

Choose the size of the finished double-sided firebox

The easiest way, of course, is to purchase a ready-made double-sided firebox for a fireplace in a store, it will look good outwardly and will please the owner in terms of functionality. Beautiful welding seams, spectacular painting and other decorative details of factory fireboxes clearly distinguish them, compared to home-made ones. Look at this photo:

Finished factory firebox for a double-sided fireplace

Manufacturers, knowing the different tastes of consumers, try to satisfy all needs. Therefore, if you buy a cast-iron firebox, then you can find exactly the option which the more fit for the fireplace itself, and for the interior, in which it will be located.

• Cast iron fireboxes are available in different sizes, and they are used in different fireplaces, as well as an independent stove, equipped with her stand. For example, as is done in the presented photo.

You can do it in the simplest way

• Fireboxes have different shapes, from classic rectangular and square to semi-circular and asymmetric.
• Firebox walls reliable, as they are finished with fireclay material or have a heat-resistant layer between two metal sheets.
• Fireclay tiles made under stone or brick are good fit for brick fireplaces on wood. They will be perfectly combined with the exterior decoration of the portal.
• Cast iron fireboxes usually have a horizontal arrangement, but some models are also made in a vertical version.
• Fireboxes, as a rule, have two hermetically sealed doors made of heat-resistant glass, which will allow you to admire the fiery tongues from both sides. Such glass is designed for exposure to high temperatures, reaching up to 700—750 degrees.

There are more original door options — they can to go up or move to the side.

Basically, the glass installed in the doors has a straight, even shape, but in some models, trapezoidal and semicircular glass is used.

It must also be said that some models of fireboxes are equipped with automated doors, one of which is blocked when a fire is lit in the fireplace, in order to avoid drafts and fires.

If you want to admire the living fire in an open firebox, one of the doors can be opened, but the second is closed without fail.

If it suits biofireplace, now and thenpka for him usually goes included. Electric fireplace with the effect of live fire, also has a ready-made firebox, for which you only need to create a suitable portal.

Building a fireplace

The construction of a double-sided brick fireplace occurs in the same way as a classic one, on onPrivate scheme. If one was not found, two variants of the schemes can be used with minor amendments:

• The first option may be the simplest single-sided fireplace scheme.

As a basis, you can take the order of a one-sided classic fireplace

If we take the cut diagram fireplace and deploy her in mirror image, so that the back walls become one common, and then combine the chimney — this will be a step-by-step guide to building a double-sided fireplace, those. kamion the on the two rooms.

• Another scheme which fit fully — this is the order of the fireplace-stove, in which one side the fireplace insert is located, and on the other firebox ovens. In this order, nothing needs to be changed, the only thing to be done is — increase the size of the firebox and install on her not continuous cast iron, and a door made of heat-resistant glass.
• If you plan to build a drywall fireplace, then it can also be perfectly disguised as natural, made of brick or stone.

To start, compiling drawing, taking into account the thickness of the cast-iron firebox, and a frame is built for plasterboard sheathing. After sheathing the structure putty, and in her the finished firebox is installed. Then decoration is carried out with finishing material. But the drywall portal is not fit for a fireplace that will be heated with wood, even if it is installed reliable cast iron furnace.

Safe operation

double sided fireplace — this is an interesting design, but when using it, you need to take into account some points in order to enjoy only its presence in the house and not have unpleasant problems:

• The first rule that must be followed — it is not to leave the fireplace unattended while it is burning.
• Do not open both doors at the same time, in order to avoid burning firewood or sparks falling onto the floor surface. In addition, a draft can create a back draft, and the smoke from the furnace can enter the rooms, and this is an unpleasant smell that is quickly absorbed into furniture and clothing.
• More one important event — this design around the fireplace areas with non-combustible material, for example, ceramic tiles, and this must be done on both sides of the firebox.
• To avoid excessive smoke in the firebox and get high-quality heat, firewood must be used dry enough.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of a double-sided fireplace include the following qualities:

1. by installing such a device, two rooms are simultaneously equipped with fireplaces;
2. cast-iron firebox transforms the appearance of the structure and harmoniously fits into any interior;
3. if the electric fireplace insert is installed in a conventional plasterboard portal, it is possible to finish it to your liking and, accordingly, to the interior design of the rooms;
4. a wide range of fireboxes on sale, allows you to choose the right one.
5. not cost this type of fireplace and without disadvantages:
6. obligatory chimney device with certain cross-sectional diameter for models heated by wood;
7. small heat transfer of a double-sided version of the fireplace;
8. complicated care, since the fireplace glasses do not have airflow, and fumes will settle on them.

Double-sided electric fireplace in the interior

To determine which fireplace to choose for your home, you need to see how it looks in the interior.

An unexpected bold decision - a double-sided fireplace in the bathroom

A very interesting solution to install a double-sided fireplace in the bathroom.It is especially pleasant to take a bath in such an environment during the cold season, since the mere sight of fire warming and relaxing affects the perception of the person. If such a fireplace is installed between the bedroom and the bathroom — this is will bring more more comfort, because when you get out of the hot water, it's so nice to lie in bed and watch the flames move. The fireplace is built into the wall, finished with stone tiles in discreet calm tones, which will allow you to relax not only physically, but also mentally. It should be noted that this is a bold original solution for installing a double-sided fireplace, which is not arranged for show for guests, but for your own comfortable well-being.

Double-sided fireplace in the image of a Russian stove

The design of this fireplace resembles a Russian stove. She is attribute of the interior with its white color illuminates the whole room, separating her into two zones, similar to separate rooms, thanks to the size and location of the building. Adds comfort and a niche designed to store firewood. Despite the massiveness of the fireplace stove, the atmosphere in the room does not look overloaded, rather her can be called light and light.

Fireplace with original semicircular firebox

This variant ska cart fireplace does not separate the room, but is also installed in a very original way — its back wall seems to fit into the window. The fire in this fireplace will look especially impressive in dark time of day, it will not only decorate the interior with its flashes, but also illuminate it with a mysterious playful light. More one feature of this fireplace is its unusual semi-circular shape and repeating her door and glass shape.During burning, the flame will gently slide along the smooth curve of the glass, creating a special magical impression.

A short video about the varieties of double-sided fireplaces

Having decided to install a double-sided fireplace in the house, the main question to be decided — uhnow and thenwhat you want from it. By answering it, you can choose the right model, and the nuances associated with the finish are already decided as far as possible and preferences.