About This Product
Empire Blackburn 44" Wood Burning Firebox
Expansive Viewing. Traditional Craftsmanship with Modern Flexibility.
The Empire Blackburn 44" Wood Burning Firebox brings a classic hearth experience to your living space with an exceptionally wide viewing area designed to showcase a dramatic open wood fire. This firebox combines timeless brickwork aesthetics with versatile interior panel options, allowing homeowners to create a rustic traditional feel or a clean contemporary look. Perfect for those who value authenticity, the Blackburn 44" enhances both warmth and ambiance with its premium refractory panels and spacious design.
Key Features
- Generous Viewing Area: 44" firebox for a larger, more dramatic display of natural wood flames
- Liner Options: Brick, Herringbone, or Smooth finishes in four color choices – Natural Concrete, White, Mocha, or Black
- Traditional Aesthetic: Designed to evoke the charm of a classic masonry fireplace
- Contemporary Option: Smooth refractory panels for a clean, minimalist style
- Durable Construction: Built for years of reliable wood-burning performance
- Warranty: 10-year limited on combustion chamber; limited lifetime on glass; 3-year on other parts
Model Configuration
Standard Configuration (Basic):
- 44" open-front wood firebox
- Choice of refractory liner: Brick, Herringbone, or Smooth
- Traditional or contemporary interior styling
Optional Enhancements:
- Variety of refractory colors (Concrete, White, Mocha, Black)
- Decorative fronts and screens (barrier screen required per safety standards)
- Custom mantel and hearth options to complement your design style
Important Installation Notice:
Installations must comply with Empire Comfort Systems’ certified framing and clearance specifications. For safe operation and to achieve optimal performance, professional installation is strongly recommended. Always refer to the Owner’s Manual for complete installation, operation, and safety instructions.
- Vent Type Natural Draft (Wood Burning)
- Fuel Type Wood (optional use with vented or vent-free gas logs per ANSI standards)
- Ignition Manual (Wood Fire)
- Input BTU/Hr Maximum 25,000 BTUs
- Framing Width 62 1/8"
- Framing Height 57 5/8"
- Framing Depth 29"
- Viewing Width 44" (nominal firebox opening width)
- Viewing Height Approx. 29" (matches interior height from brochure framing table)
- Inner Vent Size Standard wood-burning chimney venting (masonry or approved chimney system, not specified by diameter – per manual)
