{"product_id":"empire-blackburn-44-traditional-wood-burning-vented-firebox","title":"Empire Blackburn 44\" Traditional Wood Burning Vented Firebox","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Empire Blackburn 44\" Traditional Wood Burning Vented Firebox delivers the authentic charm of a classic masonry fireplace with the quality, durability, and craftsmanship of a premium Empire product. Proudly made in the USA, this spacious wood-burning firebox features a generous 44\" x 30\" opening that accommodates logs up to 24 inches long, creating a stunning focal point and an expansive view of the fire. Designed for use with a vented chimney system, the Blackburn provides the crackling ambiance, radiant warmth, and timeless appeal of a traditional wood-burning fireplace while offering dependable, long-lasting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to complement a wide variety of home styles, the Blackburn series is available in 36\", 44\", and 54\" sizes and offers your choice of classic brick or elegant herringbone refractory liners. Available in natural concrete, white, mocha, and black finishes, these premium refractory panels recreate the rustic appearance of a traditional masonry fireplace while allowing you to customize the firebox to match your décor. A heavy-duty 3\/4-inch grate bar securely supports larger logs for efficient burning, while the oversized viewing area creates a more immersive fireside experience than many conventional wood-burning fireplaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for reliable performance, the Empire Blackburn 44\" Traditional Wood Burning Vented Firebox is UL Listed and designed for installation with a 12-inch venting system. It also includes a convenient 1\/2-inch NPT gas inlet, allowing for the optional addition of a natural gas or propane log lighter. Combining premium materials, customizable styling, and trusted American manufacturing, the Empire Blackburn 44 is an exceptional choice for homeowners seeking the beauty, warmth, and lasting value of a traditional wood-burning fireplace.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e44\" Blackburn Wood Burning Firebox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy Duty 3\/4\" Bar Stock Grate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Access Air Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull Screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRequired Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrick Liners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional Accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHearth Extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBi-Fold Door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-blackburn-36-traditional-wood-burning-vented-firebox\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e36\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, 44\" and \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-blackburn-54-traditional-wood-burning-vented-firebox\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e54\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 24\" Log\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening - 44\" x 30\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood Fireboxes for a Traditional Touch\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur fireboxes offer classic brick or herringbone refractory panels in four colors: natural concrete, white, mocha, and black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese liners provide a warm and rustic appearance, reminiscent of traditional masonry fireplaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethree new sizes, specifically designed to enhance your fireplace experience with a larger viewing area than other models\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 137.157px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 42.0664%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWB44FB0F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 42.0664%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuel Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5646%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 39.6801%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVent Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.3199%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVented\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 42.0664%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVenting Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 57.5646%; 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Family-owned and proudly made in the USA, Empire produces a wide range of fireplaces, gas log sets, room heaters, wall furnaces, and zone heating solutions designed to deliver dependable comfort and long-term value. Renowned for pioneering safety features such as Oxygen Depletion Sensor (ODS) technology and for developing highly efficient heating systems, Empire continues to be a leading choice for homeowners seeking durable, energy-efficient, and easy-to-operate heating products.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Empire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44692696072234,"sku":"WB44FB0F","price":3169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5022\/9802\/files\/Empire_Blackburn_44_Traditional_Wood_Burning_Vented_Firebox.png?v=1786690009","url":"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-blackburn-44-traditional-wood-burning-vented-firebox","provider":"Ridge Flame","version":"1.0","type":"link"}