The Saint-Laurent wood fireplace stands out with its linear design and wide panoramic glass surface, offering an exceptional view of the flames. Designed to maximize the visual experience, the elongated rectangular shape of the Saint-Laurent adds a modern and elegant touch to any interior.

The highlight of this wood fireplace is its ingenious guillotine-style door and firescreen system. Designed with exceptional attention to detail and superior materials, this mechanism allows for smooth and effortless operation. The door and firescreen, equipped with a removable handle, discreetly slide under the hearth, providing easy and secure access to the fire.

How The Valcourt St-Laurent Compares To Other Wood Fireplace Options

Homeowners evaluating wood-burning fireplaces usually face this question: should I get a standard wood insert for an existing masonry opening, a premium insert with a blower, or invest in a purpose-built zero-clearance linear fireplace like the Saint-Laurent?

Here's the honest comparison:

Feature Standard Wood Insert ($2,000-$3,500) Premium Wood Insert With Blower ($4,000-$6,000) Valcourt St-Laurent FP16 ($7,199)
Installation Type Fits into existing masonry firebox Fits into existing masonry firebox Zero-clearance, built into new or renovated construction
Glass Surface Standard door-sized viewing area Larger viewing window 41 1/8" x 14 7/8" panoramic glass surface
Door Design Standard hinged door Standard hinged door Guillotine-style door and firescreen with removable handle, slides under the hearth
Firebox Volume 2-3 cu. ft. 2.5-3.5 cu. ft. 6.4 cu. ft.
Max Log Length 16-18" 18-20" 30"
Combustion Technology Catalytic or non-catalytic Non-catalytic with secondary burn Non-catalytic
Design Style Traditional, framed opening Traditional or transitional Linear, elongated rectangular shape for a modern aesthetic
Warranty Standard limited warranty Extended limited warranty Limited lifetime warranty
Certification UL/ULC listed UL/ULC listed Tested and listed by an accredited laboratory, meets UL 127 and ULC-S610

Why The Valcourt St-Laurent Is Worth The Investment

This isn't just a wood fireplace, it's a purpose-built, zero-clearance unit engineered around a wide panoramic glass surface and an ingenious guillotine door system, giving it a design presence that framed masonry inserts can't replicate.

The St-Laurent specifically addresses the needs of homeowners renovating or building new who want a modern, elongated fireplace as a visual centerpiece, not just a heat source retrofitted into an existing opening.

A View Built For The Room, Not Just The Fire. The 41 1/8" x 14 7/8" panoramic glass surface and elongated rectangular firebox are designed specifically to maximize the visual experience of the flames, giving the fireplace a modern, elegant presence that standard framed inserts don't achieve.

Engineered For Smooth, Effortless Operation

The guillotine-style door and firescreen slide smoothly under the hearth, providing easy, secure access to the fire

A removable handle adds convenience without compromising the clean, minimal look of the unit when closed

Moulded refractory bricks and cast iron andirons are included for durability and classic detailing inside the firebox

Built For Real Wood-Burning Performance

The 6.4 cu. ft. firebox volume and 30" maximum log length accommodate substantial burns without constant reloading

Non-catalytic combustion technology is designed for a recommended heating area under 1,000 sq. ft.

Ceramic glass with a steel frame stands up to sustained high heat while maintaining the clear view

Real Savings

A limited lifetime warranty protects your investment far longer than the standard or extended warranties typical on most inserts

Zero-clearance construction gives more design flexibility during a build or renovation, avoiding the constraints of retrofitting an existing masonry opening

Compatibility with a wide range of approved chimney systems from major manufacturers keeps installation options open

Free shipping and no sales tax through Summit Forge Supply keeps the total cost down compared to buying elsewhere and paying tax and freight separately

The Bottom Line Homeowners who want a wood fireplace that serves as a genuine design centerpiece, not just a retrofit heat source, can't get that from a standard masonry insert. The Valcourt St-Laurent is built with a panoramic glass surface, an innovative guillotine door system, and a limited lifetime warranty, so it delivers both striking design and real wood-burning performance. For anyone building or renovating around a fireplace as the focal point of the room, this is the unit built to be the centerpiece.

 *Any installation must be done according to the data and drawings detailed in the owner’s manual.

General features

Combustion technology Non-catalytic
Fuel type Dry cordwood (16" recommended)
Recommended heating area-ft² <1,000
Overall firebox volume-ft³ 6.4
Burn rate >5 kg/h (>11 lb/h)
High-efficiency certified appliance Exempt
Maximum log length 30"
Log positioning Loading over width
Chimney diameter 8"
Flue outlet diameter 8"
Type of chimney CAN/ULC S629, UL 103 HT (2100 °F)
Minimum chimney height (feet) 15'
Approved for a mobile home installation No
Shipping Weight 765 lb (347 lb)
Door type Guillotine, glass with steel frame
Glass type Ceramic glass
Glass surface – dimensions (Width X Height) 41 1/8" X 14 7/8"
Overall dimension (Height) 63 3/4"
Overall dimension (Width) 63 1/8"
Overall dimension (Depth) 31 3/4"
Door opening – dimension (Height) 15 1/2"
Door opening - dimension (Width) 44 1/2"
Firebox – dimension (Height) 23 1/4"
Firebox – dimension (Width) 31 7/8"
Firebox – dimension (Depth) 10 3/4"
Moulded refractory bricks Yes
Cast iron andirons Yes
USA standard (safety) UL 127
Canadian standard (safety) ULC-S610
Tested and listed as per applicable standards By an accredited laboratory (CAN/USA)
Warranty Limited lifetime

Approved chimney types

Manufacturiers* Brand Type Diameter
American Metal HSS AC Triple Wall 8" (20 cm)
American Metal HS AC Triple Wall 8" (20 cm)
DuraVent Dura Tech 1" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)
DuraVent Dura Tech Canada DTC 1" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)
DuraVent DuraTech Premium 2" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)
DuraVent DuraPlus HTC 2" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)
DuraVent DuraPlus AC Triple Wall 8" (20 cm)
Metal Fab Temp Guard 1" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)
Olympia Chimney Champion Chimney System 1" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)
Olympia Chimney / SBI Division Venting Ventis 1" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)
SBI Venting Division Nexvent 1" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)
Security Chimney S-2100 + 2" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)
Selkirk CF Sentinel (CF) 2" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)
Selkirk Super Pro 2100 (ALT) 2" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)
Selkirk Super Vent 2100 (JM) 2" Solid Pack 8" (20 cm)

* Specific components may be required depending on the chimney manufacturer.

Minimum clearances to combustibles*
(Data expressed in inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm)
  Canada United-States
Clearance – top (measured from the platform on which the appliance is installed)** 84" 84"
Clearance – combustible side mantle to unit 8 1/2" 8 1/2"
Clearance – combustible top mantle to unit 64 3/4" 64 3/4"
Clearance – combustible side wall to unit 24" 24"
Clearance - from the shelf to the base of the fireplace 48" 48"

* The information given on the certification label affixed to the appliance always overrides the information published in any other media (owner's manual, catalogues, flyers, magazines and/or web sites).

** Some appliances have been tested with a low ceiling. Before setting up your unit, refer to the installation manual.

 

Guides

FP16D St-Laurent wood fireplace install & owner's manual
(PDF - 5.7 Mo)
Installation Instructions for Masonry Trim VA16DTR
(PDF - 1.3 Mo)
FP16D St-Laurent wood fireplace dimensions
(PDF - 1.0 Mo)

Plans & CAD

2D Diagrams FP16D St-Laurent
(DWG - 1.7 Mo)
2D Diagrams FP16D St-Laurent
(DXF - 7.2 Mo)

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