Superior WRT3538 38" Traditional Wood Burning Fireplace
The Superior WRT3538 38" Traditional Wood Burning Fireplace brings the timeless beauty, warmth, and ambiance of a real wood-burning fire into your home. Designed for an inviting and classic focal point, this traditional fireplace features an unobstructed view of the flames framed by beautiful refractory panels. Its spacious firebox creates an authentic wood-burning experience while complementing a variety of interior décor styles. Whether installed in a living room, family room, or gathering space, the WRT3538 delivers radiant warmth and captivating firelight for memorable moments.
Retractable mesh fire screens provide convenient protection while maintaining a clear view of the flames. Optional bi-fold glass fireplace doors add versatility, safety, and a refined appearance, looking elegant with or without a fire. Combining classic styling, durable construction, and natural wood-fire ambiance, the Superior WRT3538 is an excellent choice for homeowners seeking a high-quality traditional wood-burning fireplace.
Features
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38-Inch & 43-Inch Models: Available in two sizes to accommodate various traditional wood-burning fireplace installations.
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Large Smoke Dome: Promotes reliable fireplace operation while providing an unobstructed view of the flames.
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Radiant Smooth-Faced Design: Smooth-face construction with a durable textured powder finish delivers classic style and lasting durability.
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Stacked or Herringbone Refractory: Available with stacked or herringbone refractory panels for customizable fireplace interior styling.
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Heavy-Duty Log Grate: Durable log grate and fireplace floor feature an integrated ash lip for convenient ash management.
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Fully Insulated Firebox: Insulated firebox construction helps improve fireplace performance, particularly in colder climates.
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Concealable Mesh Fire Screens: Included retractable mesh screens provide added protection while preserving a clear view of the wood fire.
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Optional Glass Fireplace Doors: Black-trim glass doors are available to enhance safety while adding a refined appearance.
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Optional Gas Log Sets: Gas log sets provide the charm and appearance of a wood-burning fire with convenient gas operation.
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Adjustable Outside Air Damper: Included adjustable damper helps manage outside combustion air for improved fireplace performance.
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Optional Outside Air Kits: Flexible duct and hood kits are available for enhanced outside-air installation flexibility.
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IHP Chimney System: Designed for use with the IHP 12DM or 12HT chimney system.
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20-Year Limited Warranty: Long-term warranty coverage provides added confidence in the durability and performance of this Superior wood-burning fireplace.
What to Order With It
Standard with this model (Superior 2026 price book): Easy access outside air damper, heavy duty log grate and retractable, concealable mesh screens. Venting components are ordered separately — see Venting under Specifications. Everything below is optional.
Optional — Doors:
Optional — Outside Air Kits:
Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
Superior Fireplaces |
| Model |
WRT3538 — WRT3538WS, WRT3538WH |
| Order Number |
F3412 — WRT3538WS (Grey Stacked Refractory Panels) · F3413 — WRT3538WH (Grey Herringbone Refractory Panels) |
| Product Type |
Wood-Burning Fireplace |
| Venting |
Wood-burning chimney — IHP 12" factory-built chimney (12DM standard or 12HT hi-temp) |
| Framing Width |
49-1/4" |
| Framing Height |
50-7/8" |
| Framing Depth |
26-1/4" |
| Design Style |
Open-Hearth |
| View Style |
Front-View |
| Agency Listing |
Built to UL 127 |
| Warranty |
20 Year Limited (certificate 900224-00 Rev B) |
Documents and Downloads
Superior does not publish a separate architect’s guide or a public service manual for this model; the specification sheet is the architect-facing document. Call us if you need service information and we will get it from Superior.
Warranty
Superior wood-burning fireplaces carry the IHP 20 Year Limited Warranty: the product body, firebox and ceramic glass (thermal breakage only) are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for 20 years while the fireplace remains at the site of the original installation, subject to the exclusions and limitations in warranty certificate 900224-00 Rev B.
Read the full warranty certificate (900224-00 Rev B)
