Free Standing Essentials Rectangle Fireplace Screen | Custom Made
Your Fireplace
Tell us about your fireplace so we can show the right diagram and ensure a perfect fit.
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.
Your email app should have opened with your request pre-filled. Just press Send and we'll ship your free template kit within 24 hours. Email didn't open? Send manually to info@exceptionalfire.com or WhatsApp +1 (949) 619-7824
Essentials is a free-standing fireplace screen with a 1¼" × 3/16" steel mainframe, available in five standard sizes plus custom, finished in your choice of heat-resistant powder coat or premium finishes. No overlay, no upgrades — just a precise custom-sized screen.
OPTIONS & FEATURES
- Heavy-duty 7-gauge steel mainframe — 1¼" wide × 3/16" thick for lasting strength and stability
- Laser-cut handle openings — single-piece side rails, no applied hardware
- Single panel — one flat panel, sleek and unobtrusive
- Standard & custom sizes — five popular standard sizes plus made-to-order to the inch
- Heat-resistant powder-coat or premium finishes — choose any color to match the room
- Perforated metal or woven wire mesh — both color-matched to the frame
- Classic or Contemporary feet — arched decorative or low-profile, both color-matched to the frame
- Handle options — Square (standard), Simplicity, Contemporary, Rugged Steel, Birdcage, Infinity, Classic, or Knobs
- Support bars on large screens — wire-mesh over 40" or perforated over 50" both dimensions include horizontal supports
- 5-year limited warranty on frame and workmanship — free shipping nationwide
- Made in the USA by Design Specialties — lead time 4-6 weeks after Expert Fit Review
Specifications
| Material | 7-Gauge Steel |
| Main Frame | 1¼" Wide × 3/16" Thick |
| Handles | Square (standard) | Simplicity | Contemporary | Rugged Steel | Birdcage | Infinity | Classic | Knobs |
| Feet | Classic | Contemporary |
| Mesh Type | Perforated Metal | Woven Wire |
| Configuration | Standing Fireplace Screen |
| Lead Time | 4-6 weeks |
| Warranty | 5-Year Limited (frame and workmanship) |
| Made By | Design Specialties (USA) |
Sizing note. Wire-mesh screens with both dimensions over 40" will include horizontal support bars. Perforated-metal screens with both dimensions over 50" will include horizontal support bars.
How to Measure
Measure the firebox opening width and height at three points (top, middle, bottom) and use the smallest dimension as your reference.
For Overlap Fit
+2" width and +1" height over your opening.
For Inside Fit
−1" width and −½" height from your opening.
Every order ships only after our free Expert Fit Review — send photos with a tape measure visible and we verify dimensions before production. Book a 15-minute fit review or 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
Will the Essentials Rectangle Screen fit my fireplace opening?
The Essentials is a free-standing single-panel screen sized to sit in front of your firebox opening — no frame attachment required. It's available in five standard sizes plus made-to-order to the inch, so it can be configured to fit virtually any rectangular opening. Measure your firebox width and height at three points and use the smallest dimension as your reference; our Expert Fit Review process will guide you from there.
Is this screen truly custom-made to size?
Yes — the Essentials Rectangle Fireplace Screen is available in five popular standard sizes and can also be built to the inch as a custom order. Made in the USA by Design Specialties, each screen is cut and finished to your exact specifications after your Expert Fit Review is complete.
What material is the Essentials screen made from?
The mainframe is constructed from heavy-duty 7-gauge steel — 1¼" wide × 3/16" thick — for lasting strength and stability. Laser-cut handle openings are integrated directly into the single-piece side rails, eliminating applied hardware for a cleaner look.
What finish and color options are available?
The Essentials ships in your choice of heat-resistant powder coat or premium finishes, with both the mesh and feet color-matched to the frame. This makes it straightforward to coordinate with your existing décor without settling for a stock color.
What mesh and handle options can I choose?
You can select either perforated metal or woven wire mesh — both color-matched to the frame. Handle styles include Square (standard), Simplicity, Contemporary, Rugged Steel, Birdcage, Infinity, Classic, and Knobs. Feet come in Classic (arched decorative) or Contemporary (low-profile), also color-matched.
How long does it take to receive the Essentials screen after ordering?
Lead time is 4–6 weeks after your Expert Fit Review is complete. The screen ships free nationwide directly from the manufacturer, Design Specialties, in the USA.
Does the Essentials screen come with a warranty?
It carries a 5-year limited warranty covering the frame and workmanship. Contact us for full details on what the warranty covers for your specific configuration.