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Drolet Escape 1500-I Wood Burning Fireplace Insert
- Ceramic glass door
- 29" x 44" black faceplate
- Arched cast iron door frame
- Includes 144CFM rotary blower
- Refractory brick lined firebox
- Exceeds EPA 2020 emissions requirements
- Features up to six hours of burn time
- Installs into existing fireplace openings
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Product Details
Part Number: DB03137 eFireplaceStore Item Number: DRO-DB03137 Features
Technical Specifications
*Venting Requirements: This unit requires venting pipe with an inner diameter of 6 Inches. Please see the Venting Components section on this page if available for venting pipe that must be used with this unit. The Drolet Escape 1500 wood insert is a perfect way to give new life to your old masonry fireplace, and keep you warm all winter long. This insert delivers up to 6 hours of burn time with a maximum heat output of 23,300 BTU, all while leaving a staggeringly low emissions rate of 1.26 g/h. This unit is equipped with a secondary combustion system, and comes with a 29" x 44" black faceplate, as well as a premium blower. Wood Burning Inserts (Buyers Guide) The Basics Of The Fireplace Flue The Fireplace Hearth Then and Now How Ash Buckets Protect You From Fire Embers How to Choose the Right Venting for your Fireplace How To Maximize Heat From Your Wood Burning Heater Ideas On How To Remodel Your Fireplace How An Outside Air Kit Helps Your Fireplace Can Wood Moisture Meters Increase The Strength Of Your Fire? Unify Your Fireplace and Room Designs |
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Customer Questions & Answers
19 Questions &
22 Answers
Martin H
from Leitchfield, KY asked:
January 11, 2022
Is this rotary blower on the Drolet 1500 a variable speed or set for on/off only?
1 Answer
The included blower is indeed a variable speed fan.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on January 11, 2022
Carmen P
from IL asked:
November 18, 2021
What is the total width and height is needed for this unit with the backplate included?
1 Answer
First, the minimum fireplace size you must have available is as follows:
Required Fireplace Minimum Width: 27 1/2"
Required Fireplace Minimum Height: 21 1/2"
Required Fireplace Minimum Depth: 12 3/4"
The surround that is included with the insert measures 44" wide and 29" high.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 18, 2021
Kathy T
from NH asked:
September 1, 2021
Is there a larger faceplate?
1 Answer
The only faceplate available for the 1500-I is the one that comes standard with the unit. You would have to have an additional trim custom-made locally to cover any additional gap.
Submitted by:
Kelsey C.
on September 1, 2021
Charlotte B.
from 72396 asked:
June 9, 2021
Is there a fresh air intake attachment?
1 Answer
This is the optional fresh air kit for the Drolet 1500-I insert.
Submitted by:
Kathy O.
on June 9, 2021
Jim F.
from 14850 asked:
May 28, 2021
Does the Drolet 1500-I come with the faceplate/surround or is it an option?
1 Answer
Yes, the faceplate is included.
Submitted by:
Aaron D.
on May 28, 2021
Monty O.
from Alvarado, TX asked:
May 17, 2021
Can you burn pellets in this insert?
1 Answer
This unit is not designed to burn pellets.
Submitted by:
Aaron D.
on May 17, 2021
Terrence B
from Lawrenceburg, IN asked:
February 1, 2021
Is the blower loud?
3 Answers
This blower can indeed get quite high in volume when turned up all the way up for maximum speed.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on February 2, 2021
Depends on how high you set it. On the higher speed it is kinda loud. I keep mine on low most of the time and barely hear it. And it keeps my living room nice and comfortable.
Submitted by:
Jesse
on February 4, 2021
from Granby, CT
If you have it up all the way, it sounds the same as a fan would. It dont make any other noise other then that.
Submitted by:
Johnathon
on February 4, 2021
from Louisville, KY
Linda
January 25, 2021
Can these replace a gas log fireplace?
1 Answer
No, this insert should only be installed inside a brick/masonry fireplace with a functional masonry chimney (suitable for burning wood).
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on January 26, 2021
Lisa G
from Monroe, NC asked:
January 21, 2021
Does this unit come with the faceplate? I don't see a faceplate sold for 1500, only the 1400 and 1800. But the description does not state if it is included.
2 Answers
Yes, it is included.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on January 23, 2021
Yes, it comes with a face plate.
Submitted by:
Bryon
on January 23, 2021
from Tobyhanna, PA
Michael
from Montreal, Quebec asked:
January 1, 2021
How well will the unit heat without the fan operating? Can the fan operate on batteries?
1 Answer
Unfortunately, the fan will not operate on battery power. However, it will heat an area of 500-1,800 square feet without the blower, depending on multiple factors of how the home is designed.
Submitted by:
Aaron D.
on January 4, 2021
Alana
from CT asked:
October 11, 2020
Is there a larger face plate available?
1 Answer
No, there is no larger faceplate available.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 12, 2020
Bear
from Williamsport, PA asked:
August 20, 2020
Do these inserts burn wood and/or coal?
1 Answer
These can only burn wood.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on August 20, 2020
Jack
from Oregon asked:
August 9, 2020
How far does the 1500-I blower and handle extend out from the faceplate?
1 Answer
As you can see in the specification sheet here, the blower portion protrudes about 6 inches in front of the faceplate.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on August 10, 2020
Andrew
from New York asked:
June 23, 2020
Does the depth of the wood burner measure from the face or from the faceplate? And if from the face itself was is the dimension from face of the stove to the surround?
1 Answer
Please see the detailed specifications of this insert here: Drolet Escape 1500 Specification Sheet
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on June 24, 2020
Davud R
from Idyllwild, CA asked:
June 16, 2020
Could I use the existing black metal stove pipe for this insert?
1 Answer
A woodburning insert such as this Drolet Escape 1500 model requires a stainless steel chimney liner, not a black stovepipe.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on June 17, 2020
Edwin L
from Cape Cod, MA asked:
May 1, 2020
Does this stove have an air wash system.?
1 Answer
Per the manufacturer, it does have the air washed system.
Submitted by:
Kathy O.
on May 1, 2020
Andy
November 2, 2019
Does this stove come complete, including the face plates and blower? So that all I need to order additionally is the venting kit?
1 Answer
Yes. The 1500 comes standard with a 29" x 44" black faceplate and a blower.
Submitted by:
Cortney O.
on November 4, 2019
Andera
from Sontag, MS asked:
September 24, 2019
Can this insert be used in a mobile home with an existing fireplace?
1 Answer
This unit is not approved for installation in a mobile home. Please click here to access our mobile home approved inserts.
Submitted by:
Kathy O.
on September 24, 2019
Rick
from Indianapolis, IN asked:
September 14, 2019
What is the difference between the Drolet Escape 1500 and 1400?
1 Answer
These inserts are very similar to one another in both overall size, firebox capacity, and BTU capacity. The main difference between them is the 1500 insert is certified to the new 2020 EPA emissions standards. The 1500 has an emission rating of 1.26 grams per hour. The 1400's rating is 4.3 grams per hour.
Submitted by:
Kevin E. - NFI Certified Fireplace Specialist
on September 18, 2019
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100% Recommend this product (5 of 5 responses)
By Jesse from
West Granby CT on February 4, 2021
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Nice insert for the money
I use this insert in my living room. I installed it myself and it was rather straight forward. It heats and keeps a fire very well.
By Rocky G. from
Maryland on January 17, 2021
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Great wood stove
The stove heats my home well. wish the firebox was a little wider. I have to cut some of my wood that's over 18 inches long. The auto blower and damper works well. With hard dry wood, I get a 5 to 6 hour burn. great view from the door window.
fire box could be wider. blower output could be stronger
By Bryon N. from
Pocono, PA on March 6, 2020
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Review of 1500
The stove works very well, heats my house very well, and I'm very happy with it. I'm no boy scout but the dryer the wood the better.
Great stove insert.
Haven't found a con yet.
By TC from
Maryland on November 10, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Exactly what they claim it will be
This wood stove is made of very good material and heats our house very well, approx, 1800 square feet. As far as cons go, just one, the firebox could stand to have a bit more depth added to it, but as far as width goes it will hold an 18 inch log. And it beats my old stove hands down.
Company will stand behind this product 100%
Firebox could be a bit more deeper.
By Jerry from
Edmond, OK on October 16, 2019
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Good product
The insert was well made from very good material.
