Can I install Fireplace hood deflector directly on fireplace

I recently bought a new house with a gas fireplace, which is a great feature. However, I noticed the mantle above the fireplace gets extremely hot when it's in use. After doing some research, I found that a good solution to prevent the wood mantle from overheating is to install a deflector. I purchased an adjustable, heavy-duty metal hood deflector from Amazon for this purpose. Since the fireplace facade is made of marble, I’m not going to drill directly into it. Instead, I’m considering installing the hood with screws in the black metal area above the fireplace, which is part of the insert (See Photo ) Would this be a suitable and safe option or is there a non screw solution or an entirely different suggestion? Would love to get some help. Thanks! submitted by /u/No-Guidance-1859 [link] [comments]

Mar 25, 2025 - 01:04

Can I install Fireplace hood deflector directly on fireplace

I recently bought a new house with a gas fireplace, which is a great feature. However, I noticed the mantle above the fireplace gets extremely hot when it's in use. After doing some research, I found that a good solution to prevent the wood mantle from overheating is to install a deflector. I purchased an adjustable, heavy-duty metal hood deflector from Amazon for this purpose.

Since the fireplace facade is made of marble, I’m not going to drill directly into it. Instead, I’m considering installing the hood with screws in the black metal area above the fireplace, which is part of the insert (See Photo ) Would this be a suitable and safe option or is there a non screw solution or an entirely different suggestion?

Would love to get some help.

Thanks!

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