An open fire with no door burns through fuel at its own pace, giving you almost no say in how hot it gets or how long it lasts. If your fireplace door is missing entirely, you are losing a significant portion of your heat straight up the chimney. Adding the right door for your open fire is one of the simplest, most cost-effective upgrades you can make to how your home heats in winter.

The Micon fire door is built for standard 16" and 18" open fireplace openings, measuring H620 x W540 x D200 mm and weighing 25 kg. With a rated efficiency of 69%, this door for open fires gives you genuine control over your solid fuel or wood burn through adjustable air vents without the cost or disruption of a full stove installation. Whether you call it a fireplace door, a fire front door, or simply a door for your open fire, this is the unit designed to fit most standard fireplaces across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

Product specifications

• Dimensions: H620 x W540 x D200mm
• Weight: 25kg
• Colour: Black
• Efficiency: 69%
• Fits: 16" and 18" standard fireplace openings
• Fuel type: Solid fuel and wood
• Air controls: Included

Key features

• Fits standard 16" and 18" open fireplace openings without structural alteration
• Adjustable air controls regulate burn rate and heat output precisely
• 69% efficiency rating reduces fuel consumption vs a fully open fire
• Solid 25kg construction built for long-term daily use
• Retains the visual appeal of a real flame while improving heat management
• More cost-effective than a full stove installation with comparable efficiency gains

Does this fire door fit my open fireplace?

This fire door for open fires fits standard 16" and 18" fireplace openings, covering the vast majority of fireplaces found in homes across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The unit measures H620 x W540 x D200 mm. Before ordering, measure your fireplace opening at its narrowest point, both width and height. If your opening falls outside these dimensions, or if you have an open fireplace with a back boiler already fitted, confirm compatibility with a HETAS-registered installer before purchasing.

How does a door for an open fire improve efficiency?

An open fire draws uncontrolled volumes of room air, which is why solid fuel burns quickly, and heat escapes up the chimney faster than it reaches your room. A fire door for your open fireplace encloses the opening and channels airflow through adjustable vents, slowing the burn and directing more heat outward. The result is a 69% efficiency rating on this unit, meaning significantly less fuel is consumed per hour compared to a fully open fire and a fire that lasts longer between loads.

Can I use this fire door with an open fire that has a back boiler?

Yes, this fire door is compatible with most open fires fitted with a back boiler. Back boiler systems are common in older homes across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, and adding a door for your open fire can improve how the system performs overall. However, because back boiler setups depend on consistent, carefully managed airflow, fitting should always be carried out by a HETAS-registered engineer. Incorrect installation can affect draw and boiler performance, so professional fitting is strongly advised.

Is this a better option than converting my open fire to a stove?

Converting an open fire to a stove means a new flue liner, a register plate, a stove unit, and professional installation across several days of work. A door for your open fireplace achieves a comparable efficiency improvement at a fraction of the cost and with far less disruption. For homeowners in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland who want better heat control and lower fuel bills without a full conversion, this fireplace door is the practical first step. If you later decide to convert fully, the groundwork knowledge is already in place.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a fire door and a stove door?
A fire door fits your existing open fireplace opening and converts it into a more controlled burn without changing your flue or chimney setup. A stove door is part of a sealed stove unit and requires a full stove installation. If you have an open fire and want better efficiency without full conversion, a fire door for your open fire is the correct product.

Will this fire door fit my fireplace?
This unit fits standard 16" and 18" open fireplace openings. Measure your opening at the narrowest point before ordering. If your fireplace is non-standard or has an unusual surround shape, contact us before purchasing, and we can advise.

Can I fit this fire door myself?
Many homeowners fit an open fire door without professional help, particularly where no back boiler is present. However, if your open fire has a back boiler, a HETAS-registered installation is strongly recommended to ensure safe and efficient operation. Always check that your chimney is clear and has been swept recently before installing any fireplace door.

Is this fire door suitable for wood as well as solid fuel?
Yes. This door for open fires is suitable for both solid fuel and wood burning. The adjustable air controls allow you to manage the burn rate for whichever fuel type you use.

Do you deliver this fire door to the Republic of Ireland?
Yes. Home Centre Direct delivers this fire door for open fires across the Republic of Ireland. ROI deliveries are customs-free. See our shipping policy for full delivery details.

Delivery to the Republic of Ireland

Home Centre Direct delivers this fire door for open fires across the Republic of Ireland (ROI), including Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, and Waterford. ROI deliveries are customs-free. For full delivery details, see our shipping policy.