Osburn 32'' X 50'' Cuttable Faceplate (16 GA), Inspire

Yes. A faceplate is a required component of the Osburn Inspire wood insert OB02045 installation — one faceplate option must be selected and installed to complete the insert's installation against the masonry fireplace face. The Inspire insert is supplied without a faceplate as standard and requires the owner to select one of the three available options — the AC01021 cuttable faceplate, the AC01020 U-shape narrow faceplate, or the AC01022 4-sided narrow faceplate — to cover the gap between the insert and the masonry fireplace opening and provide a finished installation appearance.

The AC01021 cuttable faceplate is the correct choice in two key situations. First, when there is a wider gap between the Inspire insert body and the surrounding masonry fireplace opening that cannot be adequately covered by the 30-inch wide narrow faceplate options — the cuttable faceplate's 32-inch width and 50-inch height provide the broader coverage needed for larger or irregularly proportioned masonry openings. Second, when the masonry fireplace has a decorative arched opening — the cuttable faceplate can be cut to follow the arch profile, preserving the visible arch detailing rather than covering it with a straight rectangular flashing.

The AC01021 can be cut using a grinder equipped with a metal cutoff wheel to any shape or profile required for the specific masonry fireplace opening. The 16-gauge steel construction is suited to cutting with standard angle grinder cutoff wheels available at hardware stores. Before cutting, the desired cut line should be carefully measured and marked on the faceplate surface to ensure the finished cut profile matches the fireplace opening geometry. All cutting must be performed with appropriate personal protective equipment — including eye protection, hearing protection, and protective gloves — as metal grinding produces sparks and sharp edges. Cut edges should be deburred after cutting to remove sharp burrs before installation.

The Inspire insert offers three faceplate options. The AC01021 cuttable faceplate measures 32 inches wide by 50 inches high by 2-5/16 inches deep in 16-gauge steel and can be cut to any shape, making it suitable for wider gaps and arched fireplace openings. The AC01020 U-shape narrow faceplate measures 30 inches wide by 25-1/8 inches high and covers the top and both sides without a bottom panel, for use when the insert rests directly on the fireplace floor. The AC01022 4-sided narrow faceplate measures 30 inches wide by 26-7/8 inches high and covers all four sides including below the insert, for a fully enclosed picture-frame appearance when the insert fits tightly in the opening on all sides.

Yes. Non-combustible facing material such as tile, stone, or brick surround can come into contact with the Inspire insert faceplate once it is correctly installed. The faceplate is designed to provide the transition between the insert body and the masonry fireplace opening face, and non-combustible fireplace surround materials are routinely installed adjacent to and in contact with the faceplate edge as part of the finished fireplace installation. Combustible materials must not be placed in contact with the faceplate — all clearance requirements specified in the Osburn Inspire owner's manual and local building codes must be observed for all materials in the vicinity of the installed insert and faceplate.

The AC01021 faceplate is installed as part of the complete Inspire insert installation alongside the AC01298 5-inch oval fresh air intake kit for installations requiring a dedicated outside combustion air supply. The AC03095 blower assembly with variable speed control provides an upgraded convection blower option for the Inspire insert. The AC05959 metallic black stove paint aerosol allows touch-up of the faceplate and insert body finish during the service life of the installation. The OA11400 silicone and gasket kit supports liner seal and insert gasket maintenance. Flex liner kits sized for the Inspire insert's 6-inch flue collar connection are required to line the chimney and must be selected and ordered to complete the installation.