ᐅ Suspended Fireplace – A Good Idea?

Hello everyone,

Today we had a visit from the chimney sweep who took a look at our chimney. Everything is fine. He also gave us some advice on how our fireplace should be sized.
The bottom line: 5 kWh and a properly sized firebox with a large viewing glass.
Otherwise, it should be DIBt approved (room air independent), with a control unit and a glass cleaning system (this air flow technology).

So now we’re looking into options. Since the fireplace will be next to the living room wall unit, I’ve become a bit fond of a suspended fireplace. I think they look less bulky and have glass panels all around. But I’m not sure if that’s really a good idea. Also, I have no idea about the costs. Does anyone have experience with these types?
Or would you recommend a classic fireplace instead?

Evolith schrieb:

I have no clue about the costs. Does anyone have experience with these parts?

My experience: DIY store wood stove from under 1000€ (about $1100), small freestanding wood stove from a stove dealer between 1000 and 3000€ (about $1100–$3300), insert from CZ with a masonry chimney surrounding it starting at 5000€ (about $5500). Three-sided, certain size, German manufacturer from 8000€ (about $8800), special designs like suspended models usually start at 15000€ (about $16500) and up.

Have you asked the chimney inspector if the insert must necessarily be approved by DIBt (German Institute for Construction Technology), or if a DIBt-approved pressure monitor / stove controller is sufficient? Or if you don’t need a pressure monitor when using a DIBt-approved insert?

A pressure monitor costs an additional 1200€ (about $1300) on top of the above prices.

Invite a stove builder and get advice. Depending on your budget, there are no limits!

Pressure switches are required if the chimney is not approved by DIBT. Since I would prefer to avoid using one, we need to stick with DIBT-approved chimneys. But that is not a problem, as there are plenty available.

Evolith schrieb:

We need pressure switches if they are not approved by DIBt. Since I would prefer to leave them out, we have to stick to DIBt-approved chimneys.

Do you have a controlled ventilation system? We HAD to install a pressure switch despite DIBt certification.

Floating models need space to have the desired effect. This doubles the cost. They can look wonderful. Area and hardware: set aside at least 30,000€ (approximately 32,000 USD).

nordanney schrieb:

Do you have a mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery? We HAD to install a pressure monitor, despite the DiBT certification.

WE did not!