Birmingham
Large masonry-style proportions and an open-hearth flame view.
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Heatilator • Wood Fireplaces
Accelerator
A value-focused open fireplace with traditional finishing choices. We will help compare the current models, confirm the right size, and coordinate the chimney, clearances, hearth, and surrounding finish.
Current familyAccelerator 36 and 42
Best fitA value-focused open fireplace with traditional finishing choices.
Chimney planningVenting, clearances, and outside-air needs
Local supportSelection, installation, and service
Buying guidance
Why choose Accelerator?
A value-focused open fireplace with traditional finishing choices. Use the short sections below to see where it fits, what separates it, and what should be settled before ordering.
Best forA built-in wood hearth planned as part of the room
A value-focused open fireplace with traditional finishing choices.
What makes it different2 configurations within one family
The current collection includes Accelerator 36: Current model; 42: Current model. Part of the Accelerator family.
What to plan forCoordinate chimney, outside air, hearth, and framing
Confirm the exact appliance, chimney route, clearances, outside-air needs, floor protection, and surrounding finish before construction. The current choices shown here include Current model, Current model.
Compare nearby Heatilator families 3 alternatives
Element
A straightforward open wood fireplace for classic room designs.
Icon Series
Extra-wide open-hearth fireplaces for maximum flame presentation.
Current collection
Models and sizes
Accelerator 36
Current model
Part of the Accelerator family. We will confirm opening, heat needs, chimney requirements, and available finishes.
42
Current model
Part of the Accelerator family. We will confirm opening, heat needs, chimney requirements, and available finishes.
From the Gagnon website
Project photos and design examples
These Gagnon website images help show room scale and finish possibilities. Some may feature earlier versions in the same family, so current specifications and options should be confirmed before ordering.
Before ordering
Plan the complete wood-burning system
Match the appliance to the room
We will compare firebox size, heating goals, burn style, loading, and the space available for the appliance.
Confirm chimney and clearances
Chimney height and routing, floor protection, mantel clearances, and outside-air requirements must be coordinated early.
Choose the finished appearance
Compare doors, surrounds, pedestal or leg choices, hearth materials, and surrounding brick or stone as one design.
Details and support
Resources
Official Accelerator information
Use the manufacturer page for current manuals, detailed specifications, emissions data, and configuration resources.
Get help from Gagnon
We can narrow the choices, verify the installation plan, and provide current product and installation pricing.
Let’s plan the right wood-burning product
Send us your opening dimensions or room plans, or visit the showroom to compare the choices in person.
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