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Fireback

Decorative cast-iron plate behind the fire.

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What is Fireback?

An ornamental cast-iron or steel plate hung at the back of the firebox to shield the masonry and radiate heat back into the room. We see these mostly in heritage masonry fireplaces; modern factory-built units do not use them.

Related terms:FireboxHearth

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