Fireplace insert

Abstract

A fireplace insert for use in a fireplace configured for domestic heating, the fireplace insert comprising: a fascia portion having a rear face configured to abut a wall, and one or more remainder portions configured to accept, retain, surround, partially surround, cover, support, contact, connect to, fix to, mate with, or engage with a heat source, wherein the fascia portion is fabricated separately to the one or more remainder portions, and at least one of the one or more remainder portions is associated with the fascia portion so as to form the fireplace insert or a part thereof. 20 26 20 19 32 13 M ar 2 02 6 2 0 2 6 2 0 1 9 3 2 1 3 M a r 2 0 2 6 2 0 2 6 2 0 1 9 3 2 1 3 M a r 2 0 2 6

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION 5

[001] . The present invention relates generally to fireplaces installed in a domestic setting for the purposes of heating. More particularly the invention is directed to an improved fireplace insert, and also systems and methods for producing an improved fireplace insert. BACKGROUND TO THE INVENTION 10

[002] . Domestic open fireplaces date back to Victorian times, providing heating typically by way of combustible fuels such as wood. Many home owners today prefer the aesthetics of a traditional open fireplace, even for newly constructed dwellings and where artificial heating means by gas or electricity are incorporated. 15

[003] . While wood-fuelled open fireplaces remain popular, many consumers prefer more convenient sources of heat. Responding to that preference, manufacturers have developed gas and electric heaters that can be accommodated in a fireplace retaining a traditional appearance. 20

[004] . A key portion of a fireplace is the insert. The insert is installed in relation to a wall of the room to be heated. A mantle is typically applied about the insert.

[005] . The insert comprises a body portion that accepts a heat source, with a flat fascia portion thereabout. For a wood-fuelled fireplace the insert typically consists of grating of 25          some description which retains the wood fuel, and a hood or canopy to collect any smoke or other volatile materials rising from the burning wood. The insert is typically in communication with a chimney to allow for the exhaust of any smoke or volatile.

[006] . For gas or electrically driven fireplaces the insert may be designed to accommodate 30          a gas burner module or an electrical heating module. 2026201932   13 Mar 2026

[007] . Fireplace inserts are conventionally fabricated from cast iron. Traditional hand casting techniques are difficult to sustain given the diminishing numbers of workers skilled in that area. Automated casting methods that not reliant on skilled labour are known in the art, however it is impossible to produce an object having the dimensions of a fireplace 5          insert by such means. As one example, DISATM (Norican Group, Denmark) provides automated sand casting systems. The DISAMATICTM D5 is a sand-based system designed for large castings, however is able to produce castings to a maximum dimensions of only 650 mm x 850 mm, that being smaller than most conventional fireplace inserts. In any event, such automated machinery can be prohibitively expensive. 10

[008] . Cast iron inserts present a number of significant problems. One problem is that the fascia often deforms under after release from the mould. The insert should be released from the mould before the metal has completely cooled, however the metal may still be sufficiently hot such that it slumps under its own weight when released. Alternatively, 15          handling of the insert after release may cause fascia deformation. In any event the fascia cools and hardens in a deformed (i.e. non-planar) state. Rejection rates of 30% or more due to fascia deformation are not uncommon in the industry.

[009] . The lack of planarity prevents the rear face of the fascia from sitting flush against 20           a wall, and may also prevent the application of a mantle or decorative tiles on the front face. In any event, a consumer will simply reject an insert having a deformed facia because it is visually unappealing.

[010] .    An inert having a deformed fascia is either melted down and recast, or hand-worked 25           (such as by grinding) until planarity is achieved. These corrective procedures waste valuable energy, time and manual labour.

[011] . Conventional cast iron inserts present the further problems of bulk and weight. The width or height of an insert may be at least 900 mm, and the weight may be greater than 30           90 kg. Handling is therefore difficult, and transport costs are high. 2026201932   13 Mar 2026

[012] . The aforementioned problems have been recognised by manufacturers for over 150 years, and to the best of Applicant’s knowledge have not been solved.

[013] . It is an aspect of the present invention to provide an improvement to prior art 5           fireplace inserts to address any one or more of the aforementioned problems. It is a further aspect of the present invention to provide a useful alternative to prior art fireplace inserts.

[014] . The discussion of documents, acts, materials, devices, articles and the like is included in this specification solely for the purpose of providing a context for the present 10          invention. It is not suggested or represented that any or all of these matters formed part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the present invention as it existed before the priority date of each claim of this application. 15                      SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[015] . In a first aspect, but not necessarily the broadest aspect, the present invention provides a fireplace insert for use in a fireplace configured for domestic heating, the fireplace insert comprising: a fascia portion having a rear face configured to abut a wall, and 20                  one or more remainder portions configured to accept, retain, surround, partially surround, cover, support, contact, connect to, fix to, mate with, or engage with a heat source, wherein the fascia portion is fabricated separately to the one or more remainder portions, and at least one of the one or more remainder portions is associated with the fascia 25           portion so as to form the fireplace insert or a part thereof.

[016] .     In one embodiment of the first aspect, the fascia portion is substantially planar.

[017] .     In one embodiment of the first aspect, the fascia portion is sheet-like or plate-like. 30 2026201932   13 Mar 2026

[018] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, the fascia portion is not predominantly fabricated using a mould.

[019] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, the fascia portion is fabricated from a process 5           comprising a rolling step.

[020] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, the fascia portion is fabricated predominantly or completely from a metal. 10

[021] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, the fascia portion is fabricated from sheet or plate steel or another type of sheet metal.

[022] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, the fascia portion comprises a rear face that is planar and configured to sit flush against a wall in which the fireplace insert is installed. 15

[023] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, at least one of the one or more remainder portions comprises one or more apertures or formations configured to facilitate fixing or connecting to the fascia portion; and / or the fascia portion comprises one or more apertures or formations configured to facilitate fixing or connecting to at least one of the one or more 20          remainder portions.

[024] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, the heat source is a gas or liquid hydrocarbon heating module, an electrically powered heating module, or a solid combustible fuel including but not limited to wood, wood composite, manufactured wood, compressed wood 25           chips, or briquette,

[025] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, at least one of the one or more remainder portions are fabricated using a mould. 30

[026] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, at least one of the one or more remainder portions are fabricated predominantly or completely from a metal. 2026201932   13 Mar 2026

[027] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, the one or more remainder portions and the fascia portion are mutually fixed or connected directly or indirectly. 5

[028] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, the one or more remainder portions and the fascia portion are mutually fixed or connected predominantly or completely by: one or more fasteners, complimentary mating structures, a weld, a braze, a metal stitch, or an adhesive. 10

[029] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, the one or more remainder portions are heat resistant so as to withstand a temperature generated by the heat source.

[030] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, the fascia portion is heat resistant so as to withstand a temperature generated by the heat source. 15

[031] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, the temperature generated by the heat source is greater than about 50 °C, 100 °C, 200 °C, 300 °C, 400 °C, 500 °C, 600 °C, 700 °C, or 800 °C. 20

[032] . In a second aspect, the present invention provides a system for producing a fireplace insert for use in a fireplace configured for domestic heating, the fireplace insert comprising: a fascia portion having a rear face configured to abut a wall, and one or more remainder portions configured to accept, retain, surround, partially surround, cover, support, contact, connect to, fix to, mate with, or engage with a 25                  heat source, wherein the fascia portion is fabricated separately to the one or more remainder portions, and at least one of the one or more remainder portions is associable with the fascia portion so as to form the fireplace insert or a part thereof. 30

[033] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the fascia portion is substantially planar. 2026201932   13 Mar 2026

[034] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the fascia portion is sheet-like or platelike.

[035] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the fascia portion is not predominantly 5           fabricated using a mould.

[036] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the fascia portion is fabricated from a process comprising a rolling step. 10

[037] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the fascia portion is fabricated predominantly or completely from a metal.

[038] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the fascia portion is fabricated from sheet or plate steel or another type of sheet metal. 15

[039] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the fascia portion comprises a rear face that is planar and configured to sit flush against a wall in which the fireplace insert is installed. 20

[040] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, at least one of the one or more remainder portions comprises one or more apertures or formations configured to facilitate fixing or connecting to the fascia portion; and / or the fascia portion comprises one or more apertures or formations configured to facilitate fixing or connecting to at least one of the one or more remainder portions. 25

[041] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the heat source is a gas or liquid hydrocarbon heating module, an electrically powered heating module, or a solid combustible fuel including but not limited to wood, wood composite, manufactured wood, compressed wood chips, or briquette, 30 2026201932   13 Mar 2026

[042] . In one embodiment of the first aspect, at least one of the one or more remainder portions is fabricated using a mould.

[043] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, at least one of the one or more remainder 5          portions is fabricated predominantly or completely from a metal.

[044] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the one or more remainder portions and the fascia portion are mutually fixable or connectable directly or indirectly. 10

[045] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the one or more remainder portions and the fascia portion are mutually fixable predominantly or completely by: one or more fasteners, complimentary mating structures, a weld, a braze, a metal stitch, or an adhesive,

[046] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the one or more remainder portions are 15          heat resistant so as to withstand a temperature generated by the heat source.

[047] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the fascia portion is heat resistant so as to withstand a temperature generated by the heat source. 20

[048] . In one embodiment of the second aspect, the temperature generated by the heat source is greater than about 50 °C, 100 °C, 200 °C, 300 °C, 400 °C, 500 °C, 600 °C, 700 °C, or 800 °C.

[049] . In a third aspect, the present invention provides a method of producing a fireplace 25           insert for use in a fireplace configured for domestic heating, the method comprising the steps of: providing the system of any embodiment of the second aspect, and associating the fascia portion with the one or more remainder portions. 30

[050] . In one embodiment of the third aspect, the step of associating comprises fixing or connecting the fascia portion to the one or more remainder portions. 2026201932   13 Mar 2026

[051] . In a fourth aspect, the present invention provides a dwelling having the fireplace insert of any embodiment of the first aspect installed therein. 5                   BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[052] . FIG. 1 illustrates in front perspective view (exploded) an exemplary fireplace insert of the present invention.

[053] . FIG. 2 illustrates in front perspective view (assembled) the fireplace insert subject 10           of FIG. 1.

[054] . FIG. 3 illustrates in rear perspective view (assembled) the fireplace insert subject of FIG. 1. 15

[055] . Unless otherwise indicated herein, features of the drawings labelled with the same numeral are taken to be the same features, or at least functionally similar features, when used across different drawings.

[056] . The drawings are not prepared to any particular scale or dimension and are not 20          presented as being a completely accurate presentation of the various embodiments. Furthermore, it is not intended that any given feature or combination of features is essential to the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION AND PREFERRED 25                       EMBODIMENTS THEREOF

[057] . After considering this description it will be apparent to one skilled in the art how the invention is implemented in various alternative embodiments and alternative applications. However, although various embodiments of the present invention will be described herein, it is understood that these embodiments are presented by way of example 30           only, and not limitation. As such, this description of various alternative embodiments should not be construed to limit the scope or breadth of the present invention. Furthermore, 2026201932   13 Mar 2026 statements of advantages or other aspects apply to specific exemplary embodiments, and not necessarily to all embodiments, or indeed any embodiment covered by the claims.

[058] . Throughout the description and the claims of this specification the word "comprise" 5           and variations of the word, such as "comprising" and "comprises" is not intended to exclude other additives, portions, integers or steps.

[059] . Reference throughout this specification to “one embodiment” or “an embodiment” means that a particular feature, structure or characteristic described in connection with the 10          embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. Thus, appearances of the phrases “in one embodiment” or “in an embodiment” in various places throughout this specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment, but may. 15

[060] . As used herein, positional terms such as “lateral”, “across”, “above”, “below”, “higher”, “lower”, “upward”, “downward”, “plan view” and the like are to be considered with reference to a fireplace insert when used in a normal upright position.

[061] . The present invention is predicated at least in part on the inventors’ discovery that 20          the fascia of a fireplace insert can be fabricated separately to the body portion, and may be fabricated by a non-casting process. For example, the facia may be fabricated from a metal sheet or plate which is formed predominantly by a rolling process. In one embodiment, a steel sheet or steel plate (in cold form) is cut to a desired fascia shape. The fascia is not easily deformable, and therefore retains its planarity unlike a cast fascia which is prone to 25           deformation.

[062] . Forming the fascia separately to the body of the fireplace insert provides for two portions that can be more easily handled separately due to the lower sizes and weights involved. Transport volumes (and therefor cost) may be lowered by stacking multiple 30           fascias. Where possible, multiple insert bodies may be stacked for transportation. 2026201932   13 Mar 2026

[063] . The fascia may be a solid metal plate or metal sheet. It is not essential that the fascia is solid, and in some embodiments may be formed from sheet metal that is folded upon itself to form a hollow. Any hollow in the fascia may be filled with a substance such as a foam, a honeycomb-like matrix, a frame, a polymer, a cementitious material, or a 5           ceramic.

[064] . The facia may be formed completely or predominantly from a non-metallic material such as a polymer, fibreglass, fibre-reinforced plastic, a fibre board, a cementitious material or a ceramic. 10

[065] . Where necessary, the fascia may be fabricated from a heat resistant material such as a metal, a vermiculite board, a glass ceramic plate, a polyether ketone, or a polyimide.

[066] . While the fascia is not required to contribute significantly to any load bearing 15           capacity to the insert (or the fireplace overall), it is preferably nevertheless resistant to any deformation that may be caused by impact with furniture, or any force applied by a mantle.

[067] . Steel plate is generally preferred for the fascia due to low cost, ready availability, heat resistance, durability, and the ability to be powder coated. Steel plate is considered to 20          be a product that is produced without any predominant moulding aspect. While the production of steel plate commences with the pouring of molten metal into a basic square or rectangular mould, the steel plate product is the result of a predominant rolling process,

[068] . The one or more remainder portions of the insert is configured to accept, retain, 25           surround, partially surround, cover, support, contact, connect to, fix to, mate with, or engage with a heat source. The one or more remainder portions may be fabricated by a cast iron technique, or by a more contemporary technique such as an automated technique (such as DISATM) 30

[069] . Where the fireplace insert is to be used with an artificial heat source (such as a substantially self-contained module that generates heat from a hydrocarbon gas or liquid) the remainder portion may be configured as a bracket, a holder, a tray or some other means of retaining the module in a fixed position upon installation. Modules are typically of a 2026201932   13 Mar 2026 regular geometry and dimension, and accordingly a remainder portion may be designed with some certainty as to applicability of any given module.

[070] . Where the fireplace insert is to be used with a solid hydrocarbon fuel such as wood 5          or briquettes, the one or more remainder portions may comprise a grating or a basket to hold fuel while burning.

[071] . In some embodiments, the one or more remainder portions comprises a collector configured to collect smoke and other volatiles for communication to a chimney, flue or 10          other outlet. The collector may be a curved face or a hood or a canopy or any combination thereof disposed above the heat source to channel rising smoke and volatiles will be most useful where the heat source is a solid fuel. A collector may function also with an artificial heat source (such as a module) to the extent that it bears on the module to retain it in place, or to screen a portion of the module to improve visual appeal or to prevent the entry of 15           foreign objects or for protection.

[072] . Unlike the fascia, any of the remainder portions may be non-planar and therefore may be fabricated by a moulding or a 3-D printing process for example. The one or more remainder portions in some instances may even be fabricated by traditional cast iron 20          techniques. More conveniently however, automated techniques such as those provided by Norican Group may be used.

[073] . As discussed in the Background, automated processes have been conventionally unavailable for fabricating a fireplace insert because of the excessive sizes involved. 25           Fabricating the fascia separately from the other insert features allows for automated processes such as DISATM to be incorporated in the manufacture of a fireplace insert.

[074] . Fabrication of the fascia separately to the one or more remainder portions of the insert requires portions to be mutually associated in some way to produce a complete 30           fireplace insert. In one embodiment, the fascia is contacted to the one or more remainder portions and a series of fasteners applied to fix the fascia to the remainder portions. For example, the facia may comprise an aperture to receive a countersunk screw from the rear, 2026201932   13 Mar 2026 the screw extending into and engaging with a threaded cavity formed in one or more the remainder portions. Countersinking the screw head into the rear face of the facia allows the rear face to sit flush against a wall to which it abuts. The screw-receiving cavity may be blind such that the screw shank is concealed when viewed from the front of the insert. 5

[075] . Other suitable fastener types for fixing the fascia to the body include rivets, nuts, nuts / bolts, nails (with complementary anchor sleeve), anchor bolts, clips, vehicle trim-type fasteners fabricated from plastic, and the like. 10

[076] . An adhesive may be used to fix the fascia to one or more of the remainder portions. Heat resistant adhesives such as Flame FlexTM (Selleys), Extreme HeatTM (JB Weld) may be required. Otherwise a widely available construction adhesive such as Liquid NailsTM (Selleys) may be suitable. For very light duty applications, a double-side adhesive tape may be all that is required. 15

[077] . In other embodiments, the fascia and the one or remainder portions are fixed together by welding, brazing, soldering, metal stitching and the like.

[078] . In some embodiments the fascia and the one or more remainder portions are 20          mutually associated by way of complimentary formations such as tongue-and-groove arrangements, hook-and-eye arrangements, wedging arrangements, pressure fit arrangements, and the like.

[079] . It is contemplated that the fascia and the one or more remainder portions may be 25          mutually associated indirectly, for example by way of mutual fixing to a common structure. One possible means for indirect mutual fixing is to employ a rigid connecting member that traverses an abutment between the fascia and the one or more remainder portions, and to screw both the one or more remainder portions and the fascia to the connecting member. 30

[080] . Where the insert is for use with a solid fuel-burning open fireplace or a gas fireplace, the one or more remainder portions should at least be resistant to the expected high temperatures to which it will be inevitably exposed (typically in excess of 400 °C) given its proximity to the combusting fuel. The fascia may be exposed to elevated 2026201932   13 Mar 2026 temperatures also, although not likely to the same extent given its relative distance from the fuel.

[081] . Where the insert is for use with an electric fireplace, the facia and the one or more 5          remainder portions may not be exposed to any significantly elevated temperatures. Where a resistance element is used to heat the air, that element may be encased in a thermally insulated housing thereby protecting the body from heat. Moreover, heated air may be forced through the front of the housing by a fan, thereby sparing the body any significant exposure thereto. 10

[082] . The present invention will now be more fully described by reference to the nonlimiting embodiments of the Figures provided herewith.

[083] . Reference is made to FIG. 1 showing an exemplary fireplace insert (10) comprising 15           a planar fascia (15) being fabricated from plate steel having a thickness of about 5 mm. Thicknesses of between about 1 mm and about 15 mm may be useful. The fascia (15) is fabricated separately to all other portions of the insert (10).

[084] . The fascia (15) is planar in regards to both its front and rear faces, with planarity of 20          its rear face (as shown in FIG. 3) being preferred so as allow it to sit flush with a wall upon with the fireplace is being installed. The rear surface of the fascia (15) may not be strictly planar (for example, it may comprise formations or depressions) however the fascia (15) will nevertheless have a planar core and therefore able to be installed on a planar wall. 25

[085] . Where the wall for installation of the insert (10) is curved or otherwise not planar, then the fascia (15) may be curved or otherwise shaped so as to generally conform to the wall.

[086] . The insert (10) comprises a number of further features, with any one or more of 30          these being considered as a remainder portion. 2026201932   13 Mar 2026

[087] . A potential remainder portion is the first arched structure (20). This portion could be considered as a supplementary fascia, and / or as structure for fixing other portions of the insert (15), and / or for defining a space under which a heat source may be located, and / or as a means for collecting smoke or volatiles rising from a heat source, and / or as a means 5           of increasing the visual interest of the insert (10) and / or limit the volume of air that can be drawn into an associated chimney.

[088] . A further potential remainder portion is the bracket (25) which is fixed to the first arched structure (20) by its paired vertical legs. The upper horizonal portion of the bracket 10           (25) provides a structure for fixing other portions of the insert (15), and / or retaining a heat source such as a heater module.

[089] . Another potential remainder portion is the second arched structure (30), which is fixed to the bracket (25) by its horizonal portion. As shown in FIG. 2, the second arched 15           structure abuts the inner edge of the first arched structure (20) thereby assisting in defining the space where the heat source may be located. The second arched structure (30) may also provide a structure for the fixing of other portions and / or visual interest.

[090] . Another potential remainder portion is the canopy (35) which is fixed to and abuts 20          the second arched structure (30). The canopy (35) may function to collect smoke or other volatiles and / or limit the volume of air that can be drawn into an associated chimney, and / or screen an associated chimney opening (not drawn).

[091] . Yet a further potential remainder portion is the front panel (40) which is shown in 25          the drawings as not fixed to any other structure. In reality, the front panel may be fixed to any other potential remainder portion of the inert (15), any other structure of the insert (15) or the hearth (not drawn), for example. The front panel (40) may assist in defining the space in which the heat source is disposed, and / or screen or protect the heat source, and / or limit the volume of air that can be drawn into an associated chimney 30 2026201932   13 Mar 2026

[092] . Yet a further potential remainder portion is the tray, the front of which is marked (40). The tray (40) may collect ash and / or assist in defining the space in which the heat source is disposed and / or limit the volume of air that can be drawn into an associated chimney. 5

[093] . Any 1, 2, 3, 5, 5 or 6 of the structures (20, 25, 30, 35, 40 or 45) may be taken as remainder portions according to the present invention.

[094] . Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the invention described herein is 10           susceptible to further variations and modifications other than those specifically described. It is understood that the invention comprises all such variations and modifications which fall within the spirit and scope of the present invention. For example, the invention is described mainly in reference to a fascia having arch-shaped cut-out. Other fascias having a square or rectangular cut-out, or a triangular cut-out for example are equally workable. 15          As will be appreciated, the remainder portions of the fireplace insert may be shaped so as to conform with the shape of the particular cut-out.

[095] . Accordingly, the spirit and scope of the present invention is not to be limited by the foregoing examples, but is to be understood in the broadest sense allowable by law. 20

Claims

1. A fireplace insert for use in a fireplace configured for domestic heating, the fireplace insert comprising:5           a fascia portion having a rear face configured to abut a wall, andone or more remainder portions configured to accept, retain, surround, partially surround, cover, support, contact, connect to, fix to, mate with, or engage with a heat source,wherein the fascia portion is fabricated separately to the one or more remainder portions, and at least one of the one or more remainder portions is associated with the fascia portion so as10 to form the fireplace insert or a part thereof.

2. The fireplace insert of claim 1, wherein the fascia portion is substantially planar.

3. The fireplace insert of claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the fascia portion is sheet-like or plate-15 like.

4. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the fascia portion is not predominantly fabricated using a mould.20   5. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the fascia portion is fabricatedfrom a process comprising a rolling step.

6. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the fascia portion is fabricated predominantly or completely from a metal.

257. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the fascia portion is fabricated from sheet or plate steel or another type of sheet metal.

8. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the fascia portion comprises a30 rear face that is planar and configured to sit flush against a wall in which the fireplace insert is installed.2026201932   13 Mar 20269. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein at least one of the one or more remainder portions comprises one or more apertures or formations configured to facilitate fixing or connecting to the fascia portion; and / or the fascia portion comprises one or more apertures or5 formations configured to facilitate fixing or connecting to at least one of the one or more remainder portions.

10. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the heat source is a gas or liquid hydrocarbon heating module, an electrically powered heating module, or a solid combustible fuel10 including but not limited to wood, wood composite, manufactured wood, compressed wood chips, or briquette,11. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein at least one of the one or more remainder portions are fabricated using a mould.1512. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein at least one of the one or more remainder portions are fabricated predominantly or completely from a metal.

13. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the one or more remainder20 portions and the fascia portion are mutually fixed or connected directly or indirectly.

14. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the one or more remainder portions and the fascia portion are mutually fixed or connected predominantly or completely by: one or more fasteners, complimentary mating structures, a weld, a braze, a metal stitch, or an25 adhesive.

15. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 14, wherein the one or more remainder portions are heat resistant so as to withstand a temperature generated by the heat source.30   16. The fireplace insert of any one of claims 1 to 15, wherein the fascia portion is heatresistant so as to withstand a temperature generated by the heat source.2026201932   13 Mar 202617. The fireplace insert of claim 15 or claim 16, wherein the temperature generated by the heat source is greater than about 50 °C, 100 °C, 200 °C, 300 °C, 400 °C, 500 °C, 600 °C, 700 °C, or 800 °C.

518. A system for producing a fireplace insert for use in a fireplace configured for domestic heating, the fireplace insert comprising:a fascia portion having a rear face configured to abut a wall, andone or more remainder portions configured to accept, retain, surround, partially surround, 10 cover, support, contact, connect to, fix to, mate with, or engage with a heat source,wherein the fascia portion is fabricated separately to the one or more remainder portions, and at least one of the one or more remainder portions is associable with the fascia portion so as to form the fireplace insert or a part thereof.15   19. A method of producing a fireplace insert for use in a fireplace configured for domesticheating, the method comprising the steps of:providing the system of claim 18, andassociating the fascia portion with the one or more remainder portions.20   20. The method of claim 19, wherein the step of associating comprises fixing or connectingthe fascia portion to the one or more remainder portions.

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