Superior 48" Traditional Wood-Burning Fireplace WRT8048 Review

Do you wish to enjoy the warmth of a fireplace in the winter? What you need is the WRT8048 Traditional Wood-Burning Fireplace, which is 48" tall.

The WRT8000 is a premium wood-burning fireplace that features an astounding 42” tall opening paired with a low profile, flush to hearth design. Interior liner options include a choice of Mosaic Masonry kiln-fired firebrick liners in a split herringbone pattern and a variety of designer colors. For a large classic masonry fireplace look and feel the WRT8000 is a perfect choice.

The WRT8000 features a tall 42” opening height and 1-1/2” low profile hearth design (Hearth Spacer required for combustible floor applications). Choose between our revolutionary Mosaic Masonry firebrick liners available in a split herringbone pattern and several classic colors (1-required). All models are fully insulated and come standard with mesh screens, heavy-duty steel grate, and rugged forged andirons.

Buy the Superior 48" Traditional Wood-Burning Fireplace WRT8048 and enjoy dazzling flames at your fireplace.

• Available in a 48” wide and 42″ tall opening to provide an exceptional view of the fire
• Flush hearth floor design (hearth spacer required for combustible floor installations)
• Massive smoke dome with no visible smoke shelf for reliable operation
• Fully insulated firebox for increased performance in colder climates
• Mosaic Masonry Firebrick is available in a split herringbone pattern and a variety of colors (one required)
• Heavy-duty steel grate with rugged forged andirons
• Easy access damper control
• Includes mesh fire screens
• Optional glass door available in black trim finish for improved safety
• Dual (left hand/right hand) outside air kits available for maximum performance
• Durable textured powder coat finish
• Uses IHP 12 DM (1700º) double wall air cooled wood burning chimney
• Uses IHP 12 HT (2100º) heavy gauge double wall air cooled wood burning chimney, recommended for cold climates (required for Canada)
• 20 Year Limited Warranty

• Brochure
• Installation and Operation Manual
• Care and Operation Manual
• Specification Sheet

• Model: WRT8048
• Product Type: Wood-Burning Fireplace
• Framing Width: 60-7/8"
• Framing Height: 76-3/8" with hearth spacers, 71-1/2" with no spacers
• Framing Depth: 31-5/8"
• Design Style: Open-Hearth
• View Style: Front-View
• EPA: Not Applicable
• Pure Fire: Not Applicable
• Warranty: 20 Year Limited Warranty

Mosaic Masonry Firebrick Liners

Mosaic Masonry liners are constructed with true kiln-fired firebricks and mortared joints for a classic masonry fireplace appearance. Offered in a variety of solid colors in full stacked, full herringbone, split stacked, and split herringbone patterns.

Ivory Split Herringbone

Midnight Split Herringbone



Slate Grey Split Herringbone



Warm Red Split Herringbone

Hearth Spacer

48" Combustible Floor Protective Hearth Spacer

required for combustible floor installations
If a fireplace is to be installed on combustible material, a Hearth Spacer must be used.

Glass Doors

Bi-Fold Doors

Color: Black
Sleek and handsome appearance
Includes dual tempered glass bifold panels
Prevents embers and sparks from escaping the fireplace
Glass rails include provisions for out of square adjustment
Includes black aluminum anodized handles and glass retaining rails

Outside Air Kits

4" Air Kit with Collar, Hood & 3' Flex

Outside air combustion kit

4" Air Kit, Collar & Hood Only

Outside Combustion Air Kit

For use with Wood-Burning and B-Vent Gas Fireplaces

Outside Air Kit Collar, Hood & 3' Flex for Floor Venting

Size: 4 Inch

Category: Venting Kits
Product Type: Kits
Kit to draw outside air through a ventilated crawl space
Includes Appliance Collar and Floor Termination
Includes 3' flexible aluminum ducting
Maximum Ducting Length: 6' is recommended as a maximum length

50 piece Bulk Outside Air Kit - Collar Only Kit

Size: 4 Inch

Category: Venting Kits
Product Type: Kits
Contractor's Case of 50
4-inch Diameter Collars
Outside Wall Termination and Appliance Mounting Collar only
This kit fits virtually all Superior/Astria wood-burning appliances
Outside Termination screened to prevent pest intrusion
Hardware is included for the Inside Collar
Customer supplies aluminum flex duct and gear clamps to complete installation