Product Description
With a big presence and Monessen's angled design that pushes out more heat, the Attribute vent-free firebox delivers a fireside experience with style. This zero clearance firebox allows for flush installation against virtually any surface, including drywall or wood, and includes a reversible multi-tonal gray liner offering both traditional brick and herringbone patterns in one panel.
How The Monessen Attribute Firebox Compares To Other Monessen Firebox Options
Homeowners choosing a firebox shell usually face this question: should I get the budget bare-shell Exacta firebox, the Lo-Rider firebox with a fixed traditional panel, or this Attribute firebox with a reversible dual-pattern liner and zero clearance installation?
Here's the honest comparison:
| Feature | Monessen 42" Exacta Firebox, Bare Shell ($729) | Monessen 36" Lo-Rider Firebox, Fixed Panel ($1,179) | Monessen 36" Attribute Firebox, Reversible Liner ($1,009) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interior Panel | Not included, buyer's choice sold separately | Multi-tonal brown stacked traditional panel included | Reversible multi-tonal gray liner: brick pattern on one side, herringbone on the reverse |
| Installation Clearance | Standard clearance requirements | Standard clearance requirements | Zero clearance, installs flush against drywall or wood |
| Viewing Area | 42" W x 27" H | 36" W (specific height not listed) | 36" W x 27" H |
| Heating Design | Circulating firebox with radiant clean face | Circulating firebox with radiant clean face | Angled top design and engineered air channels direct warm air for maximum efficiency |
| Max BTU Handling | Not specified | Not specified | Safely handles up to 40,000 BTU |
| Log Set/Burner | Not included, sold separately | Not included, sold separately | Not included, accepts most 24" and 30" vent-free log sets and burners, sold separately |
| Screens | Mesh screens with hide-away screen pockets | Mesh screens with hide-away pockets | Screen tucks into hideaway pockets for expansive views |
| Optional Blower | Not specified | Not specified | Optional blower fan (GFK-160VF) available but not required |
| Best Suited For | Buyers wanting to select their own interior panel finish | Buyers wanting a coordinated traditional look right out of the box | Buyers wanting installation flexibility plus the option to switch between two panel looks |
Why The Monessen Attribute Firebox Is Worth The Investment
This isn't just a firebox shell, it's built with a zero clearance design and a reversible dual-pattern liner, giving homeowners the flexibility to install flush against nearly any surface while being able to flip the interior panel between a traditional brick look and a herringbone pattern whenever they want to refresh the appearance.
The ACUF36-BD specifically addresses the needs of homeowners who want installation flexibility against tight wall surfaces along with the option to change their fireplace's interior look without buying a new panel.
One Firebox, Two Looks, Installed Almost Anywhere. The reversible liner lets you switch between a traditional brick pattern and a herringbone pattern simply by flipping the panel, while the zero clearance design means this firebox can be installed flush against drywall, wood, or nearly any surface without the clearance requirements of a standard firebox.
Built For Efficient, Flexible Heating
The angled top design and engineered air channels are built to direct more warm air into the room for maximum efficiency
Safely handles up to 40,000 BTU, giving flexibility in log set and burner selection
Accepts most 24" and 30" vent-free log sets and burners, giving a range of compatible display options
Engineered For Practical, Adaptable Installation
Zero clearance construction allows flush installation against drywall or wood, simplifying tight installations
The screen tucks into hideaway pockets for expansive, unobstructed views of the flame
An optional blower fan can be added later to help circulate warm air, without being required at installation
Real Savings
Zero clearance installation can reduce the framing and clearance work required compared to a standard firebox
A reversible liner avoids the cost of purchasing a second panel to change the interior look down the road
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 installation flexibility against tight wall surfaces, plus the option to change their fireplace's interior look without buying new panels, can't get that combination from a standard fixed-panel firebox. The Monessen Attribute Firebox is built with a zero clearance design and a reversible brick/herringbone liner, so it delivers both installation flexibility and long-term style flexibility in one firebox. For anyone who wants room to adapt their fireplace's look over time, this is the firebox built to make it easy.
Features:
- Circulating Firebox with Radiant Clean Face
- Features Mesh Screens with Hide-Away Screen Pockets
- Hood
- Junction Box
- Monessen Exclusive Two-Piece Hearth for easy access without removing Log Set
- Proprietary Reversible Interior Panels Standard - 2 Aesthetics on 1 Panel
- Optional Mesh Doors
- UL Design Certified to ANSI Z221.91.A2002
- Viewing Area: 36" W x 27" H
- Framing: 42 1/2" W x 34 1/4" H x 19 3/4" D
- NOTE: Log Sets are not included (Sold Separately)
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