{"product_id":"dimplex-vital-spark-built-in-electric-firebox","title":"Dimplex Vital Spark Built-In Electric Firebox","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDimplex Vital Spark Built-In Electric Firebox\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDimplex Vital Spark Built-In Electric Firebox\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in five sizes — \u003cstrong\u003e26\" (SPK26)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e28\" (SPK28)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e33\" (SPK33)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e36\" (SPK36)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e42\" (SPK42)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike the linear fireplaces in the Dimplex range, this is a traditional fireplace shape — taller than it is wide in the larger sizes, with a moulded log set and a glowing ember bed rather than a ribbon of flame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the firebox to specify when you are replacing a wood or gas fireplace and want the result to still read as a fireplace: same proportions, same log pile, none of the flue. Thirteen flame colours, three speeds, three brightness levels and five ember-bed colours, plus optional crackling fire sound, and all of it controllable from the Glen Dimplex Connect app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b3261e;\"\u003eCheck Your Wall Depth First\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery size in this range needs a framed opening \u003cstrong\u003e9\" deep\u003c\/strong\u003e. The firebox itself is under 8\" — the rest is circulation space for the heated air, and it is not optional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice that means \u003cstrong\u003ea 2x8 wall is not enough.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 2x8 gives 7 1\/4\" of actual depth. You need a \u003cstrong\u003e2x10\u003c\/strong\u003e (9 1\/4\" actual), a furred-out wall, or a masonry opening of that depth. If you are fitting into an existing masonry fireplace, measure the depth before anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill It Fit? Rough Opening by Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 24%;\"\u003e \u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 15%;\"\u003e26\" SPK26\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 15%;\"\u003e28\" SPK28\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 15%;\"\u003e33\" SPK33\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 15%;\"\u003e36\" SPK36\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 16%;\"\u003e42\" SPK42\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFraming width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e24\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e26 1\/2\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e31 1\/2\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e34 3\/4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40 3\/4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFraming height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e17 3\/8\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e23\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e22 3\/4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e26 1\/4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30 3\/4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFraming depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"5\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9\" — every size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirebox (W x H x D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26 1\/2\" x 17 3\/4\" x 7 1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27 3\/8\" x 23 1\/2\" x 7 1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33\" x 23\" x 7 3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37 1\/8\" x 26 5\/8\" x 7 3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43 1\/4\" x 31 1\/8\" x 7 3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500005113\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500005114\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500005115\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500005116\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500005117\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo things worth reading twice.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe model number is not the opening.\u003c\/strong\u003e A \"26-inch\" Vital Spark needs a \u003cstrong\u003e24\"\u003c\/strong\u003e hole; a \"42-inch\" needs \u003cstrong\u003e40 3\/4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. The firebox face is wider than the opening in every size, and that overlap is what covers the cut edge. Frame to the opening figure, never to the model name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 26\" is much shorter than the rest.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 17 3\/8\" of framing height it is barely half the height of the 42\", and it is shorter than the 28\" by more than five inches. The 26\" and 28\" are quite different shapes despite their neighbouring names — if you are choosing between them, compare the heights, not the widths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimplex does not publish a viewing area for the Vital Spark series in any of their current documents, so we have not put one on this page rather than estimate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13 Flame Colours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThree flame speeds and three brightness settings on top, so the fire can be as traditional or as contemporary as the room needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoulded Log Set and Glowing Ember Bed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFive ember-bed colours beneath a detailed log pile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrackling Fire Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptional audio to go with the flame, at your chosen volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug Kit Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardwire it, or use the 120 V plug kit that comes in the box — no extra accessory to buy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlame Without Heat, and Heat Without Flame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth modes run independently, and the heater can be disabled entirely at installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLouver-less Fan-Forced Heat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1,500 W with a built-in thermostat, no visible vents to break the look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Controls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGlen Dimplex Connect app, multi-function remote, and hidden on-appliance controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Self-Diagnostics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt-in diagnostics that make troubleshooting straightforward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eElectrical Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e120 V — no 240 V option on any size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003ePower output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,500 W (5,118 BTU\/h) — identical across all five sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eCurrent draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12.5 A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eCircuit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated, properly fused 15 A circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardwired, or plug-in using the included plug kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eHeat type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLouver-less, fan-forced circulation, thermostatically controlled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003eHeating coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 1,000 sq ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 12.5 A against a 15 A breaker this wants a dedicated circuit even when you use the plug kit. And note that \u003cstrong\u003ethe heater is the same 1,500 W in all five sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 42\" Vital Spark gives you a bigger fire, not a warmer room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLocation and Clearances\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is an indoor appliance.\u003c\/strong\u003e The owner's guide states \"Do not use this firebox outdoors.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimplex does not print ceiling, floor or combustible clearance figures for this series, nor a maximum mounting height, and we are not going to invent them. If you are planning a mantel close above the opening or a TV over it, call us and we will get a position confirmed with Dimplex before you build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40%;\"\u003eModels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 60%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPK26, SPK28, SPK33, SPK36, SPK42\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimplex Vital Spark™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectric — no venting, gas line or chimney required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully recessed, built-in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlame effect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLED — 13 colours, 3 speeds, 3 brightness settings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmber bed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoulded log set over a glowing bed, 5 colours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional crackling fire effect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlame-only and heater-only modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoth, and the heater can be disabled at installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermostat and timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoth built in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlen Dimplex Connect app, multi-function remote, hidden onboard panel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne 3 V DC CR2032 or equivalent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelf-diagnostics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 year limited on electrical components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout that warranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e Twelve months is the shortest term Dimplex offers — most of their range is two years and the Ignite lines run to five. We would rather say so here than have you find out later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDocuments \u0026amp; Downloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/6926\/8771\/files\/Vital-spark-owners-manul-en-fr.pdf?v=1789543253\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOwner's Manual (7217280100R00, English and French) — all five models, and the source for every framing dimension above\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/6926\/8771\/files\/vital-spark-spk28-tech-specs-en.pdf?v=1789543431\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTechnical Specifications (R00, April 2026) — SPK28\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/6926\/8771\/files\/Vital-spark-SPK33-technical-specifications-en.pdf?v=1789543431\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTechnical Specifications (3P-086-R00) — SPK33\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/6926\/8771\/files\/Vital-spark-SPK36-technical-specifications-en.pdf?v=1789543431\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTechnical Specifications (3P-087-R00) — SPK36\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/6926\/8771\/files\/Vital-spark-SPK42-technical-specifications-en.pdf?v=1789543431\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTechnical Specifications (3P-088-R00) — SPK42\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/6926\/8771\/files\/Vital-spark-sell-sheet-en.pdf?v=1789543252\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVital Spark Sell Sheet (R01, February 2026) — all five models\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/6926\/8771\/files\/Dimplex-2026-Flame-Catalog-en.pdf?v=1784907823\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDimplex 2026 Electric Fireplace Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimplex has not published a standalone technical specification sheet for the \u003cstrong\u003eSPK26\u003c\/strong\u003e — its framing dimensions above come from the owner's manual, which covers all five models. If your architect needs the single-page spec for the 26\", call us and we will request it from Dimplex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY\u003c\/strong\u003e on electrical components, running 12 months from the date of first purchase. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/6926\/8771\/files\/Dimplex_2_year_warranty.pdf?v=1695690975\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload the Dimplex warranty document\u003c\/a\u003e. Note that Dimplex excludes Hawaii, Alaska, Yukon, Nunavut and the Northwest Territories from warranty coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dimplex","offers":[{"title":"26\"","offer_id":55602959221027,"sku":"SPK26","price":999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"28\"","offer_id":55602959253795,"sku":"SPK28","price":1048.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33\"","offer_id":55602959286563,"sku":"SPK33","price":1099.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36\"","offer_id":55603049398563,"sku":"SPK36","price":1199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"42\"","offer_id":55603049431331,"sku":"SPK42","price":1349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/6926\/8771\/files\/spk26-front-2000px_f-cLEvbbeH.jpg?v=1789545034","url":"https:\/\/www.dreamwoodliving.com\/products\/dimplex-vital-spark-built-in-electric-firebox","provider":"Dreamwood Living","version":"1.0","type":"link"}