Complete guide to buying wood stove glass
When it comes to purchasing glass for a wood stove or fireplace insert, the task may seem simple, but it requires special attention to ensure safe and efficient use.
This guide is intended to guide you through the maze of information and choices available.
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Our company Vitreflam, located in France, specializes in fireplace and stove insert glass. We use Néocéram glass windows, one of the best models of glass ceramic on the market, chosen by renowned brands such as Godin, Philippe, Invicta or Turbo Fonte. This material offers unparalleled clarity and strength.
Thanks to our expertise in cutting and shaping, you will also benefit from a tailor-made service adapted to your required dimensions.
When you use our intuitive glass selection module, you will easily find, in just a few clicks, the window perfectly suited to your device, from a wide range compatible with more than 600 models.
Our window seal options, self-adhesive fiberglass braid stickers, will guarantee you a perfect seal, optimized combustion and optimal safety in your home.
Thanks to our tailor-made packaging and our trusted transport partners, you will benefit from express and secure delivery to your home.
When purchasing wood stove glass, it is essential to understand the types of glass available.
Types of glasses available.
The quality of the glass chosen and the choice of the type of glass ceramic are very important.
There are two main types of glass used for wood and pellet stoves, as well as fireplace inserts:
- Standard glass ceramic glasses.
Standard glass ceramics are commonly selected because of their radiant property and their ability to tolerate high temperatures, although they do not compete with the thermal robustness of Neoceram, they can be more fragile and the risk of the glass becoming damaged break or crack, in the event of thermal or mechanical shock is higher.
In the event of breakage of a standard glass ceramic, its immediate replacement is crucial, to preserve the efficiency and safety of your wood stove or fireplace insert.
- Neoceram glass.
It is a glass-ceramic glass recognized for its exceptional resistance to heat, capable of withstanding extreme temperatures of around 1200°C and even 1400°C.
This means that the glass can withstand very high temperature variations, without expansion. This is a significant advantage for optimizing the safety of your heating appliances, such as wood stoves, pellet stoves and fireplace inserts.
By choosing to buy a Neoceram glass window, you will significantly limit heat loss and make significant energy savings:
- Our Neoceram window, compatible with all heating modes, offers the best of both worlds: it is both clearer, more robust and stands out for its clarity and exceptional robustness.
What type of glass for a wood stove? Safety standards to remember.
Opting for glass that meets safety standards for your wood stove or fireplace insert is an essential choice:
- Compliance with regulatory and insurance standards is not only reassuring, it can also add value to your home upon resale, while reducing your liability in the event of an accident.
Additionally, secure glass opens the door to quality technical support and solid manufacturer warranties, ensuring long life and optimal performance for your stove or insert.
Professional advice:
- Tempered glass is suitable for moderate temperatures, but is not suitable for the high temperatures encountered in wood stoves or inserts.
Window change. DIY or professional?
Who can change a wood stove window?
- It is generally recommended to call a professional to change the glass of a wood stove or fireplace insert. This ensures the safety of the installation. In the event of faulty installation, your repairer's ten-year period may then be incurred.
- If you have the soul of a DIYer, Vitreflam has created for you a “tailor-made” guide to help you calmly approach the essential steps of replacing the glass of your heating appliance.
Pro tip:
- You can often make big savings by checking if your home insurance covers this type of loss. The procedures may vary depending on the contracts signed.
Window maintenance: what impact?
Over time, it is normal for residue to accumulate on the glass of your wood stove or fireplace insert, reducing the energy efficiency and aesthetics of your appliance.
Regular maintenance and the use of appropriate cleaning products will help keep the glass clean and transparent, allowing you to fully enjoy the spectacle of the flames.
In addition, these good practices will extend the life of your wood stove.
How to keep the glass of your wood stove clean?
Vitreflam has created a guide for you! Effectively clean the glass of your wood stove: simple, economical and natural tips.
Replacing the insert window: professional advice.
Who can replace an insert window?
- Regarding inserts, it is best to call on specialist services as the procedure may differ slightly from that of a traditional wood stove.
Choose Vitreflam to select and purchase your wood stove glass with confidence.
Buying new glass for your wood stove or fireplace insert is a complex process:
- Focusing on glass type, installation and maintenance is crucial to optimizing your experience.
With Vitreflam, a specialist in wood stove windows and fireplace inserts, the process becomes simple and stress-free:
- Our manufacturing workshops, located in France, take particular care in cutting your glass, as well as shaping its edges, guaranteeing an impeccable finish.
Thanks to our expertise, you will be assured of a professional and tailor-made cutting service adapted to your requirements.
Your order will be delivered expressly to your home, in packaging that guarantees its safe delivery.