Carolina Traditional Steel Fireplace Glass Doors | Masonry & Prefab | Custom
Your Fireplace
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Your Measurements
Your Arch Opening Measurements
Enter the width and height of your fireplace opening in inches.
Enter all three dimensions of your arch opening in inches. Center peak height drives pricing.
These dimensions are AI estimates based on your photo. Please verify with a tape measure before ordering for the best fit.
Narrowest point of the opening
Narrowest point of the arch opening, base to base
Floor to where arch starts curving (straight side)
Floor to top of opening or lintel bar
Floor to highest point of the arch (peak)
For perfect arch fit. Manufacturer ships template both ways — you trace your exact arch shape, send it back, frame is cut on a CNC to those measurements. Zero guesswork.
Manufacturer covers shipping both ways. Typical turnaround: template arrives in 3–5 days, traced template returned, frame manufactured to your exact arch.
Door Style
Choose your door type, fit, and handle style.
Handle finish automatically matches the frame color you select in Step 4.
Frame Finish
Select Your Finish.
Not sure about color? Order finish samples $10 each · Free shipping · Get a $10 promo code per sample (max $50) for your fireplace door order
Hold the actual finish in your hand before you commit. We'll ship physical samples and email a unique $10-off code per sample — valid 30 days on your door order. Stack 'em: order 5 samples, get $50 off your doors.
Glass & Accessories
Choose your glass, mesh screen, and draft control options.
Review & Order
Verify your selections, upload a photo of your fireplace, and add to cart.
Over 12,000+ orders reviewed. Upload a photo and we'll personally confirm your door fits.
We'll ship a paper template to your address. Trace your arch on it, return in the prepaid envelope. Your door is then cut to that exact shape.
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Carolina Traditional is a custom-made steel fireplace door with a welded hot-rolled steel frame, hand-dressed mitered corners, and a classic 2-inch flat-bar profile. Built to your exact masonry or prefab opening in ⅛-inch increments, available in 11 powder-coat finishes with premium hand-applied upgrades. Lead time: 2–4 Weeks after Expert Fit Review.
Options & Features
- Hot-rolled steel frame with welded mitered corners — ground flush and hand-dressed at the joint
- 2-inch flat-bar frame profile (also available in 1-1/2" or 2-1/2" widths on masonry) · 1-1/2-inch on zero-clearance
- 3/16-inch frame depth — solid steel, not formed sheet
- Phosphate-etched before powder coat · baked at 400°F for a 3-mil chip-resistant coat
- 11 standard powder-coat finishes including matte black, bronze, antique brass, copper, gun metal, iron, mahogany, nickel, and pewter
- Premium hand-applied finish upgrades available — aged iron and hand-rubbed bronze
- 3/16-inch tempered safety glass — Clear (default), Grey tint, or Bronze tint
- Bifold or twin door configuration in cabinet style
- 4-inch handles in matching frame finish — round-wire or square-bar
- Cabinet mesh or pull-ring mesh curtain — optional add-on
- Integrated hood (+$205), heat shield (+$70), and depth-extending returns (+$135) — optional add-ons
- Built for masonry overlap, masonry inside fit, or prefab zero-clearance overlap installation
- Made in USA with free freight to the contiguous 48 states
- Custom-made — no returns; Expert Fit Review confirms accuracy before production
- Limited lifetime frame warranty · 5-year powder-coat finish warranty
Carolina Traditional Masonry
Overlap or Inside Fit| Std Overlap | 1-1/2" |
| Max Overlap | 2" |
| Frame Width | 2" |
| Frame Depth | 3/16" |
| Recessed Depth | 2" |
Carolina Traditional Zero-Clearance
Prefab ZC Overlap Only| Std Overlap | 1/4" |
| Max Overlap | 1" |
| Frame Width | 1-1/2" |
| Frame Depth | 3/16" |
| Recessed Depth | 1" |
Installation Overview
Follow the diagrams for your fireplace type. Not sure which? Send us photos at info@exceptionalfire.com and we’ll confirm the correct hardware before your door ships.
Masonry Fireplace Doors
Bolt to lintel + side bricks. Confirm mounting style before tightening.
Factory-Built (Prefab) Fireplace Doors
Bracket choice depends on the metal box face. Hardware ships pre-matched to your firebox.
Need help? Email info@exceptionalfire.com with photos of your fireplace + opening dimensions before installation. We’ll confirm the right hardware and walk you through any tricky step.
Accurate measurements are critical for a custom door. Measure the firebox opening at three points (top, middle, bottom) and use the smallest dimension. View the full measuring guide →
Free freight shipping within the contiguous US. Custom doors ship in 14–21 business days after Expert Fit Review. Quick-Ship doors ship in 2–6 days from inventory.
Returns: Custom-made doors are non-returnable — every order is verified by Expert Fit Review before production. Quick-Ship inventory items have a 30-day return window on unused, uninstalled units. Damage in transit is fully covered — file a claim within 48 hours of delivery.
All doors include manufacturer warranty. Stoll Industries and Design Specialties offer limited lifetime warranty against frame defects. Powder-coat finish is warranted against chipping and fading for 5 years. Glass and mesh are warranted against defects for 1 year.
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Frequently Asked
What fireplace types does the Carolina Traditional fit?
The Carolina Traditional Steel Fireplace Glass Doors are built for both masonry and prefab zero-clearance fireplaces. Masonry openings can be fitted via overlap or inside fit; prefab ZC openings use overlap tooling. This dual compatibility makes it a strong choice for retrofit projects and new or renovated fireplace surrounds alike.
Is the Carolina Traditional custom-made to size?
Yes — every Carolina Traditional is custom-made to your exact firebox dimensions in ⅛" increments. There is no fixed catalog size; you specify the opening and Design Specialties cuts, miters, and welds the frame to match. Masonry frames are available with 1½", 2", or 2½" frame widths; ZC frames at 1½".
What material is the Carolina Traditional frame made from?
The frame is cut from 3/16" hot-rolled steel with mitered, dual-face welds ground flush for seamless corners. Before finishing, each frame is phosphate-etched and powder-coated at 400°F to a 3-mil coat — a process Design Specialties credits for long-term finish durability around hinges and hardware.
How many finish options are available?
The Carolina Traditional offers 11 powder-coat finishes, including matte black, textured bronze, antique brass, copper, gun metal, iron, mahogany, nickel, and pewter. Upgraded hand-applied options like aged iron and hand-rubbed bronze are also available. Handles and hardware can be specified in a matched finish.
What glass and mesh options come with these doors?
Clear tempered glass is the default; grey or bronze tint can be specified at order. For mesh, you can choose a cabinet-style mesh screen or a pull-ring mesh curtain. Both glass and mesh selections are made during the customization process alongside your frame dimensions and finish.
What is the lead time for the Carolina Traditional?
Production takes approximately 3 weeks, plus transit time to your location. Lead time reflects the custom-made nature of each order — your frame is built to your specified dimensions after the order is placed. Contact ExceptionalFire.com for the current production schedule before ordering.
What add-on options are available for the Carolina Traditional?
Several add-ons can be included with your order: an Integrated Hood ($205), a Heat Shield ($70), Returns to Increase Depth ($135), and crating for freight protection. These are configured at the time of purchase and allow you to tailor the installation to your specific surround and depth requirements.