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Empire 28" to 48" Black Adjustable Fireplace Hood
- Adjustable-fits 28" to 48" fireplace. Available in Black
- Fireplace Hoods - Black
- Adjust From 28" - 48"
- It is 4-1/2" wide
- Approximately 3 1/2" high
- Surface mount
- Huge selection to choose from
Product Details
Part Number: ELH1 eFireplaceStore Item Number: CUI-ELH1 UPC: 720968431004 Features
 WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.This fireplace hood is one of the most necessary accessories your new fireplace needs. Created for fireplaces that are twenty-four inches to forty-eight inches in length, the adjustable hood will blend seamlessly into your natural gas burning fireplace. The depth of this hood is four and a half inches in depth. This accessory is useful, as well as, beautiful. It will help keep the heat from traveling upwards, and damaging any items above the burning fire. Your fireplace is functional as well as beautiful, and should not damage any of your prized processions above the roaring fire. Ensure your fireplace has a hood before use. Fireplace Accessories (Buyers Guide) Gas Logs (Buyers Guide) Are Ventless Gas Logs Right For You? Every Tool You Need For Fireplace Installation How to Find the Right Contractor to Install Your Hearth Appliance Pro Tips to Make Your TV Over Fireplace Work How Ember Wool Makes Your Fireplace Complete How To Find Your Serial Number Information Natural Gas vs. Propane: What Are the Differences? Why Can't I Find Parts For My Fireplace? |
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Customer Questions & Answers
37 Questions &
38 Answers
Gary B
from Ontario, CAN asked:
January 23, 2021
Can this be used for wall mounted electric fireplace?
1 Answer
Yes, this could be.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on January 23, 2021
Sim B
from Arab, AL asked:
December 19, 2020
Where would the fireplace heat shield be shipped from?
1 Answer
This would be shipped from North Carolina.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on December 20, 2020
Gary
from Elkton, MD asked:
November 30, 2020
How do I install this hood into a fireplace?
1 Answer
This is a surface mount hood and would need to be installed on the surface above the fireplace.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on December 1, 2020
Brett
September 27, 2020
Do this hood work on a wood burning fireplace?
1 Answer
This hood is designed for use with a gas fireplace.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on September 28, 2020
Kevin
September 26, 2020
I have an outside fireplace that’s brick, will I have to drill and anchor in the brick?
1 Answer
Yes, this is a surface-mount hood. Please note, however, it is not an outdoor-rated hood and would be subject to eventual rust and corrosion. Unfortunately, we do not sell a stainless steel hood that is universal like this one.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on September 28, 2020
Tim
from Parker, CO asked:
June 13, 2020
Will I need to drill into the louvers above my fireplace box to install this?
1 Answer
Yes, this is a surface-mount hood and must be anchored into the surface above the fireplace itself.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on June 15, 2020
Joe
from Chicago asked:
April 22, 2020
Will this fit a boulevard ventless screen fireplace?
1 Answer
This is a surface mount hood, meant to be installed on the surface above your fireplace. So it will work as a hood that can be surface-mounted above a unit that is anywhere from 28 to 48 inches wide.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on April 23, 2020
Shelley
from Gainesville, FL asked:
April 10, 2020
Does the hood get hot when the fireplace is on?
1 Answer
Yes.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on April 10, 2020
Amy
from Florida asked:
February 25, 2020
Is this open on the backside where it is against the fireplace?
1 Answer
This is a surface-mount hood, so the mounting strip will be behind the hood, where you anchor horizontally into the area above the fireplace opening.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on February 26, 2020
Stacey
from Fayetteville, NC asked:
February 15, 2020
Will this work on Superior fireplace model number VRT43PFWS?
1 Answer
If your fireplace has louvers on top then this will most likely not work.
Submitted by:
Brian L.
on February 17, 2020
Stacey
from Fayetteville, NC asked:
February 14, 2020
Will this work on a superior fire place?
1 Answer
This will work on most clean face and masonry fireplaces. However, if your fireplace has louvers it may not work.
Submitted by:
Brian L.
on February 14, 2020
Rene K.
January 28, 2020
Is the black finish a matte or shiny finish?
1 Answer
This hood has more of a matte finish.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on January 29, 2020
Larkin P.
from Fayetteville, NC asked:
January 20, 2020
Can this be mounted to the brick above the fireplace opening? Will it sufficiently deflect heat from ventless gas logs and a T.V and sound bar mounted above?
1 Answer
This hood may indeed be mounted on the surface above the fireplace opening and a hood like the product in question should always be used with ventless gas logs. If the television is installed above the mantel and the mantel is installed at the proper height above the fireplace opening per the gas log manufacturer's minimum mantel clearance requirements, this hood should protect the television and mantel.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on January 21, 2020
Nicole
January 17, 2020
We have an insert that has started to ruin the mantle above it. The insert already has a hood so this would be in addition to the current hood. Would something like this work? The insert is approximately 4in deep, so this should still stick out 1/2 in. Just not sure if that is enough to protect the mantle above.
1 Answer
We apologize, but there is no way for us to know if an additional 1/2" projection will sufficiently protect your mantel. We recommend verifying your model's specific mantel clearance requirements, which should also indicate if such clearances can be reduced by a hood, and, if so, what the projection of the hood should be.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on January 17, 2020
Zane
December 2, 2019
Can this hood be used with a ventless fireplace insert?
1 Answer
Yes, it can.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on December 3, 2019
Sherrie
from Texas asked:
November 19, 2019
I need a platform to raise my fireplace up higher off the floor. Do you sell them?
1 Answer
No, we do not. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on November 20, 2019
Kacie G.
from Saks, AL asked:
November 19, 2019
Should this be installed above or below the vents at the top of the fireplace box?
1 Answer
Below the room fan vents and just above the fireplace opening
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on November 20, 2019
Karla
from Indiana asked:
November 16, 2019
How is this mounted onto the fireplace?
1 Answer
This hood does not mount onto the fireplace itself, it must be mounted on the surface above the fireplace.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 18, 2019
Joe H
from Winchester,ky asked:
November 12, 2019
Do you have one brass color?
1 Answer
This particular hood isn't available in brass, but the Elite Adjustable 4 Inch Fireplace Hood with Surface Mount is quite similar and also available in brass.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on November 12, 2019
Liz
from Shelbyville, KY asked:
November 8, 2019
Can this be used with a flat-faced insert?
1 Answer
As your unit has a flat face, this could indeed be used with your fireplace.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on November 11, 2019
Patricia
from Sacramento, CA asked:
October 29, 2019
Does it come in lengths smaller than 28”?
1 Answer
It is not available in a shorter length and we do not carry any hoods shorter than 28".
Submitted by:
Will M.
on October 30, 2019
Matt R.
October 20, 2019
Can you not drill small holes in the frame of the box unit so that the hood can be mounted directly to unit vs the stone?
1 Answer
There is no requirement for this hood to be mounted to stone.
Submitted by:
Cortney O.
on October 22, 2019
Victor G.
from Lebanon, TN asked:
September 26, 2019
Do you have a hood like this that is 5" to 6" wide?
1 Answer
You can click here to see our 6" deep fireplace hood which is available in several colors.
Submitted by:
Kathy O.
on September 27, 2019
Tim M
from Lynchburg, VA asked:
August 16, 2019
Will this work with a fireplace with an inside width of 24 or 25 inches?
1 Answer
As long as you have the space to mount it, it will be fine with vent-free logs.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on August 16, 2019
Sheila T
from Trumbull CT asked:
April 3, 2019
Can I use this on a vent free natural gas log insert? My mantle gets hot to the touch on the lowest setting. Will this help?
1 Answer
This would work very well for your situation.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on April 4, 2019
Debra
from Myrtle Beach, SC asked:
January 24, 2019
How far does it stick out from the fireplace?
2 Answers
This hood sticks out 4.5".
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on January 24, 2019
We just installed this 2 days ago and it sticks out about 4 1/2 inches.
Submitted by:
Amy
on January 24, 2019
from Charlotte, NC
Sylvia H
from Hillsboro, WV asked:
January 3, 2019
How high is the fireplace hood?
1 Answer
This hood is approximately 3 1/2 inches high.
Submitted by:
Cortney O.
on January 3, 2019
CaSandra
from Regina, Saskatchewan asked:
August 15, 2018
Can this be used on a wood burning fireplace?
1 Answer
This may be mounted on the surface above any fireplace.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on August 16, 2018
Cath D.
from Attleboro, MA asked:
June 5, 2018
Can I install the hood above the fireplace with an adhesive instead of screws?
1 Answer
You could use an adhesive if you have one that would be able to hold under the heat.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on June 5, 2018
Lori
from Frohna,MO asked:
March 17, 2018
Will this work on a Monessen DFS3225NV?
1 Answer
It can be attached to any fireplace you would like to attach it to.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on March 19, 2018
Ann L.
from Newport Beach, CA asked:
December 22, 2017
Can this fireplace hood be installed directly behind the wire mesh curtains of my fireplace? They are mounted at the very front leaving no room to put this hood.
1 Answer
This hood will need to be installed on the outside of the fireplace.
Submitted by:
Owen
on December 22, 2017
Ceci V
from Charlottesville, VA asked:
December 7, 2017
Is this surface mount or lintel mount?
1 Answer
This can be installed to the front of most Empire models that already have mounting holes for them, otherwise it will need to be surface mounted above the fireplace.
Submitted by:
Kelsey C.
on December 7, 2017
Brent
from Nash, TN asked:
November 15, 2017
Does this need to be screwed into the brick of the fireplace if it's a brick fireplace, not an insert?
1 Answer
This can be installed to the front of most Empire models that already have mounting holes for them, otherwise it will need to be surface mounted above the fireplace.
Submitted by:
Tyler M.
on November 16, 2017
Devon
from MN asked:
November 6, 2017
Can this be installed without screwing into the brick around my fireplace?
1 Answer
This can be installed to the front of most Empire models that already have mounting holes for them, otherwise it will need to be surface mounted above the fireplace.
Submitted by:
Kelsey C.
on November 7, 2017
Nancy
from Charlotte, NC asked:
September 18, 2017
Can you use this without doors? Will it screw into the brick?
1 Answer
This product should not be used with doors, but the hood will attach with hood supports installed on the left and right of the fireplace opening. 1" x 1 1/2" leg of each hood support will extend into the fireplace while the other 3" x 1/2" leg of each support will extend upward and mount to the surface above. The hood rests on each support with no additional screws or hardware needed.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on September 19, 2017
Andy
from NY asked:
April 5, 2017
What are the mounting instructions?
1 Answer
This universal hood will attach with hood supports installed on the left and right of the fireplace opening. 1" x 1 1/2" leg of each hood support will extend into the fireplace while the other 3" x 1/2" leg of each support will extend upward and mount to the surface above. The hood rests on each support with no additional screws or hardware needed.
Submitted by:
Darnarius
on April 5, 2017
Fran
from Virginia asked:
January 8, 2017
Does this hood sit along the top of screen?
1 Answer
This hooks onto the front of certain models of Empire fireplace.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on January 9, 2017
Customer Reviews
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100% Recommend this product (40 of 40 responses)
By Philbert from
Kent, OH on January 22, 2021
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Perfect Perfect Perfect
This hood is exactly what I needed. Installation was extremely easy. (I will admit that I am talented). Also, it functions as I hoped it would, keeping heat from reaching the underside of the mantel.
ProsBuilt well and performs as I hoped it would.
ConsNone
By Glenda B. from
AL on January 13, 2021
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Fireplace Shield
We ordered the fireplace shield because we have a TV about a foot above the fireplace. The shield did just what we needed it to do by keeping the heat from damaging the TV.
By Kelly from
Pittsburgh on December 1, 2020
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Exactly what we needed
This adjustable hood is great quality and protects our TV from the heat of the fireplace by directing the heat throughout the room rather than straight up. It matches our matte black fireplace perfectly - it looks like it was made just for our fireplace.
By Ryan from
Minnesota on November 25, 2020
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Easy to install and looks great!
Easy to install and looks great! We were able to install within minutes and provided the look and heat deflection that we were looking for. We definitely recommend this product.
ProsEasy to install.
ConsNone.
By DeAnna from
on April 14, 2020
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Perfect
Exactly as advertised and easy to install.
By Al from
Little Rock, AR on December 26, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Instant Customer Appeal
Was impressed by this product. I ordered for two jobs and each install went smoothly. I really liked the paint finish on these and more importantly my customers did too. Will definitely order this brand again.
ProsVersatile in that it can easily be installed inside the opening or on the face. Came with all necessary attachment hardware.
ConsSlight oil residue on installation brackets got on my hands and I inadvertently smudged a little onto the face of the hood on one of them, but I was able to wipe off to customers' satisfaction. All's well that ends well.
By Wayne from
PA on December 25, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Fireplace Hood
It was a little tough to get an 8mm socket on the sheet metal screw in the limited space. Not enough room for a screw driver. Got one on it finally and it worked pretty well. Looks great on the fireplace insert.
By Joe from
Newport, TN on December 25, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Perfect
Was looking for a hood for a masonry fireplace with a gas log insert. Opening was only 28 inches, this fit perfectly. Easy to install
ProsPerfect fit, easy to install
ConsNone
By Bill P. from
NC on December 17, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Great
Great
By Meg S. from
on December 12, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Looks and works perfect !
Keeps the heat from rising, easy to install, had to apply clear caulk for a tighter fit but works perfectly!
By Richard from
Jacksonville, FL on December 12, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Outstanding product at a very reasonable price
The fireplace hood far exceeded our expectations for quality and finish. Installation went smoothly following the included directions and using the supplied hardware. A great value!
By Richard from
Massachusetts on December 3, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Highly recommend
I am super happy with my purchase and would recommend not only the effectiveness of this fireplace hood but the company as well. Easy to install with the right tools and drill bit.
ProsHelps deflect the heat from damaging my mantle
Looks good
Easy to install
ConsNone
By Bob from
Connecticut on November 7, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
High quality construction
The product is obviously of high quality and exactly as advertised. On a flush surface, it would be very easy to install. However, I did not want to risk cracking the three-quarter inch thick marble surround so the unit had to be installed directly to the sheet metal of the gas fireplace and inside the perimeter of the surround. This makes the installation a little tricky because the screws have to be inserted and tightened blind when installing inside the surround.
A few tips: use masking tape on the sheet metal and the unit itself as a template to mark and locate the screws. After drilling the holes use the screws to thread the holes so the screws can be hand started when installing the unit. Once started the screws can be tightened easily by using a small socket in vise grip pliers.
A few tips: use masking tape on the sheet metal and the unit itself as a template to mark and locate the screws. After drilling the holes use the screws to thread the holes so the screws can be hand started when installing the unit. Once started the screws can be tightened easily by using a small socket in vise grip pliers.
By Rhonda from
Kamloops, BC on November 5, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Saved our reno
We added shiplap around our fireplace but found it got too hot above the fireplace. The heat deflector was the answer! Easy to install, looks great, and it works!
By Mitko from
Seattle on March 20, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Black Adjustable Fireplace Hood
Arrived on time and product is great quality. Works like a charm to deflect the heat from the tv I have mounted above the gas fireplace insert. Very nice.
ProsEasy to install, adjustable width makes it fit perfect
By Josh from
Pittsburgh, PA on March 20, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Perfect
This product was exactly what I was hoping for. Excellent quality and deflects the heat of my fireplace away from my TV above.
By Steve from
Virginia on February 27, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Sturdy Construction, Good Value
Package contains 3 piece adjustable hood, 4 brick screws, 4 sheet metal screws, two brackets and instruction sheet. Can be face mounted or lentil mounted. Adjusts easily as advertised for a good fit. Good gauge metal construction and very nice surface finish. I highly recommend this product.
By Sandy from
North Carolina on February 27, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Fits perfectly and looks great!
My husband was looking for a shield for our gas fire place and was thinking that he would need to construct something on his own. I came across this website and showed him this one and he said that it was exactly what he was looking for. It looks fantastic on our fireplace, like it came with it. Adjustable and easy to attach it does a good job of deflecting the heat away from the mantle. We definitely recommend!
By TRBM from
Saratoga Springs NY on January 31, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Great quality
Great quality hood. Easy to install. Matches my fireplace. Protects TV and sound bar from overheating.
By Dennis from
Georgia on January 17, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
great quality! Thick metal with a wonderful enamel finish! Easy to install - I recommend it to you!
Great Product!
By J W. from
Hendersonville, NC on December 26, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Great
Easy to install. Solved the problem with the over heating of our mantel
By McKenna from
Bristol, VA on December 21, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
fireplace hood
Excellent product worked as described. It would have been nice to have the screws included for mounting as to assure the proper ones were being used, or if there were instruction stating which screws to use for what application.
ProsWorked as intended.
ConsNo screws included. Used the improper size the first time and the hood fell off.
By Don from
Hilton Head Island on December 17, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Exactly what we needed to protect our hearth and TV
This works to deflect the heat from our gas fireplace our away from the hearth and the tv installed over the hearth. Good product and simple install.
By Sam from
Bluffton, IN on December 11, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Fireplace Hood
Very good product! Easy to install and it deflected the heat away from the wood mantel above the fireplace.
By Mark from
Ashville, AL on December 10, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Better than expected
Very pleased with the product. The thickness of the metal was thicker and product was better constructed than I hopped for. Only reason it didn’t earn a fifth star was due to light scuffing on it when it arrived. Will buy another for a second fireplace.
By Bob from
Atlanta, GA on December 9, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Easy to install and works great!
I've been putting off getting one of these fireplace hoods for years because I didn't want to go through the trouble of installing it. It was easy and I should have done it years ago.
By Mark from
Indiana on December 4, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Great Product and easy to install.
Great Product and easy to install. Ording was easy and the fireplace hood came quickly in the mail.
By Mike from
22922 on December 4, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Completely solved the problem!
I have an Empire insert in an existing fireplace with a wooden mantel above. Too much heat was going straight up under the mantel, making it too hot to touch. This created a safety hazard. The Empire hood redirected the heat away from the mantel and completely solved the problem. I highly recommend this product.
By Mark A. from
OK on November 29, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
review
Easy install, does the job!
By Linda from
Raleigh, NC on November 28, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Glad We Found This
Our non-vent gas logs were making mantel and wall above fireplace VERY hot. Did research and found e-fireplace options.
ProsEasy to install (assuming you have masonry drill bit to put anchors in brick); looks nice; good price; has made significant difference on how hot mantel gets.
ConsWhen received and read included instructions, based on height and size of mantel, probably should have bought 6" rather than 4". Wish this info had been more obvious on website.
By Gloria from
Ohio on November 6, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Empire Adjustable Fireplace Hood
The Empire 28" to 48" Black Adjustable Fireplace Hood is just what we were looking for - it was easy to install and it protects our mantle from exposure to high heat while directing the warm air flow into our living area.
By John from
Columbus,Ohio on February 22, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Empire Adjustable Hood
Good fit and finish. Easy to install.
By Tom from
Winston Salem, NC on January 24, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Great product
Very rarely do you find a product that does the job it supposed to and is easy to install. This product works and looks great.
ProsEasy to install
ConsSo far none
By John from
NC on January 9, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Well described in headline. A side picture would be very helpful. I was not sure, exactly, when ordering.
This product required careful measuring to install. A small, plastic hole alignment tool would have been very helpful. (To align the two holes on each side.)
By Les from
Murrells Inlet, SC on December 18, 2017
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Great product !!!
Fast shipping and the product works great, easy to install wonderful Very Happy
By Carl G. from
Warren OH on December 12, 2017
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Fireplace hood
This was exactly what we needed! Works perfect!
By Edgar from
Williamsburg, KY on December 2, 2017
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Fireplace hood
Very good quality. Very pleased with product.
ProsEasy to install. Prompt service and arrived when promised.
By Eric from
WA on March 1, 2017
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Fireplace Hood
Received it fast, easy to install, worked great! Thank you.
By Kenneth from
Macon, GA on February 21, 2017
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Looks Good...Hard to Install
Because of the location of the screws, it is practically impossible to tighten them. They are so high up in the hood that you cannot get a screwdriver up there to tighten them down. However, it works well and deflects the heat away from my mantle. It would be much better if it had a "cool to the touch" finish on the topside. The metal gets very hot.
ProsLooks good, blends in well.
ConsHard to install, gets very hot.
By Carl from
Simpsonville on January 11, 2017
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Great looking hood
Works great, easy to install.
ProsInstalled in about 15 minutes. Helps if you have a hammer drill.
