Cold Fireplace, maybe?

The other day, I went to preview a cold fireplace. It was a Monesson Vent Free unit installed as a bump out. This particular fireplace I later discovered, was installed in a Barness home, about 15 years old. When I entered the room, there were cushions, blankets, and two children chairs backed up the the fireplace. I pulled everything away to view the unit, and was shocked to discover how cold the marble surround was, unbearably cold. Colder than the window panes. Immediately, I knew why. All development builders cut corners whenever they can, and this home was no exception. No insulation in the bump out. Cold air was pouring into the home, all because they do not have to insulate. Shame on them.