{"product_id":"empire-df481vbl-matte-black-beveled-decorative-front","title":"Empire DF481VBL 3\/4\" Matte Black Beveled Decorative Front","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEmpire DF481VBL 3\/4\" Matte Black Beveled Decorative Front\u003c\/strong\u003e is a finishing accessory designed for select Empire Boulevard 48-inch vent-free gas fireplaces. Featuring a slim beveled profile and a black finish, this decorative fireplace front creates a clean transition between the fireplace opening and surrounding wall materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e3\/4-inch beveled design\u003c\/strong\u003e, the DF481VBL adds a subtle architectural detail without overpowering the contemporary appearance of the Boulevard linear fireplace. Its understated finish complements a variety of interior styles, from modern feature walls to minimalist fireplace installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for compatible Boulevard 48-inch single-sided and see-through fireplaces, this optional decorative front offers a model-specific finishing solution. For see-through installations, a separate decorative front may be used on each viewing side to create a matching appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\/4-Inch Beveled Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a slim decorative border around the fireplace opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatte Black Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complements the contemporary styling of Empire Boulevard vent-free fireplaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative Fireplace Front:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates a finished transition between the firebox opening and surrounding wall materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Boulevard 48\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with select 48-inch Boulevard vent-free linear gas fireplaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Sided Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for specified VFLB48FP30 and VFLB48FP90 fireplace configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSee-Through Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for specified VFLB48SP90 fireplace configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Finishing Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be used on one or both viewing sides of compatible see-through fireplaces when purchased in the required quantity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer-Specified Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to attach using the mounting arrangement detailed in Empire's decorative front installation instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Accessory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available separately from the gas fireplace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Empire Comfort Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Mountain Hearth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e DF481VBL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fireplace Decorative Front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beveled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeveled Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matte Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Fireplace Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Empire Boulevard Vent-Free Linear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Fireplace Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Single-Sided Models:\u003c\/strong\u003e VFLB48FP30N\/P and VFLB48FP90N\/P\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible See-Through Models:\u003c\/strong\u003e VFLB48SP90N\/P\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Fuel Configurations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Gas and Propane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired Side Installation Clearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/16\" on Each Side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired Top and Bottom Installation Clearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Threaded Rods and Flange Nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessory Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFireplace Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Empire DF481VBL Decorative Front is designed for select Empire Boulevard 48-inch vent-free gas fireplaces. Manufacturer-listed compatible models include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVFLB48FP30N\/P:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boulevard 48\" Single-Sided Millivolt Fireplace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVFLB48FP90N\/P:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boulevard 48\" Single-Sided Intermittent Pilot Fireplace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVFLB48SP90N\/P:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boulevard 48\" See-Through Intermittent Pilot Fireplace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor see-through fireplace installations, one decorative front may be installed on each viewing side. Two units can be purchased when matching decorative fronts are desired on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify your fireplace model and installation configuration before ordering. This accessory is intended for the specified Empire Boulevard vent-free fireplace models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Empire DF481VBL must be installed according to the manufacturer's decorative front installation instructions. Proper preparation of the surrounding finishing materials is necessary to ensure the front fits correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmpire specifies an unfinished space of \u003cstrong\u003e1\/16\" on each side\u003c\/strong\u003e of the fireplace opening and \u003cstrong\u003e7\/16\" above and below\u003c\/strong\u003e the opening for decorative front installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation involves temporarily removing certain fireplace components to access the mounting locations. The decorative front is secured using threaded rods and nuts according to Empire's specified mounting procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter installation, all removed fireplace components, glass panels, and protective barrier screens must be properly reinstalled before operating the fireplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is for one Empire DF481VBL decorative front. The gas fireplace is not included and must be purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmpire DF481VBL Decorative Front - Installation Instructions \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2851\/6664\/files\/40242-0-0119-VFLB36486072-Decorative-Front-Kits.pdf?v=1792357884\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Empire DF481VBL Decorative Front - Installation Instructions\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Download]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Empire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53358719893816,"sku":"DF481VBL","price":339.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2851\/6664\/files\/empire-df481vbl-3-4-inch-matte-black-beveled-decorative-front.jpg?v=1792358070","url":"https:\/\/alfrescodepot.com\/products\/empire-df481vbl-matte-black-beveled-decorative-front","provider":"Alfresco Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}