The fireplace glass and surrounding surfaces can become extremely hot during — and long after — operation.
Touching the hot glass can lead to serious burns, so Flare Fireplaces have been designed for and are installed with protective invisible mesh safety screens. All of our Flare Fireplaces have been tested and approved by CSA to ensure the safety screens and barriers are effective in preventing burns.
The advantages of a Flare Fireplaces screen
Invisible mesh
The screen is an extremely delicate invisible mesh — so fine it is almost impossible to see against the flame, protecting without breaking the view.
Concealed frame
The screen frame is concealed inside the Flare Frameless Fireplace design. On corner units, only the vertical frame at the corner is visible.
Tool-free removal
The screen removes and reinstalls easily with no tools — cleaning takes moments, with no technician required.
The screen you barely see
Fireplace general safety tips
Industry safety resources
For more safety information, always read the owner's manual — and review the HPBA's glass-safety guidance.
Wait for the glass to cool. It can take an hour or more.
Frequently asked questions
Does every Flare Fireplace come with a safety screen?
Yes. Flare Fireplaces are designed for and installed with protective invisible mesh safety screens, and all Flare Fireplaces are tested and approved by CSA to ensure the safety screens and barriers are effective in preventing burns.
Why does a gas fireplace need a safety screen?
The fireplace glass and surrounding surfaces can become extremely hot during and long after operation, and touching the hot glass can lead to serious burns. The invisible mesh safety screen is a barrier against the hot glass.
How long does the fireplace glass take to cool down?
Wait for the appliance and glass to cool down before allowing anyone to get near it — cool-down can take an hour or more.
Is there an alternative to the mesh safety screen?
Yes. Flare's Quick Touch Double Glass is a safety barrier with a crystal-clear view; its actively cooled outer barrier is designed to be safe enough for a brief touch.
Where can I find more fireplace safety information?
Always read the owner's manual, and review the HPBA glass-safety brochure and checklist linked in the resources above.
Upgrade to the Double Glass safety barrier.