Insert for round chimney?
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I think I'm looking to add a fireplace insert to my round freestanding stone chimney column with a curved masonry opening. The opening is approximately 23" tall, 42" wide (chord, not arc length), and 24" deep, with a 2" hearth lip. The stone face is rough fieldstone so getting a clean straight edge against it is basically impossible.
Had an installer out who only recommended a freestanding stove with no surround which would leave an ugly gap and exposed stovepipe. I'm not satisfied with that answer.
I'm open to custom fabrication, masonry modification, anything really. Just looking for ideas to enclose this/add some heating efficiency that I may not have considered.
Has anyone dealt with a round/curved opening like this? What worked?
u/lunar_magic — 4 days ago