Description
Two rooms, one fire. The Northern Flame Kenna 82 Double-sided Built-in is a wood insert designed to be set into a wall or chimney breast, with a large glass door on each side so the flames show in both spaces. It can replace a tired, smoky double-sided hearth or act as a feature wall between lounge and dining room. We already stock the Kenna 82 Double-sided as a freestanding model and a ledge model; this is the version you build in for a flush, finished look.
Kenna 82 Double Sided Built-in Insert Features
Designed to be built in
The insert arrives with its own convection box, which helps push warm air out into the room and makes the build easier for the installer. It measures 57 x 82 x 54.2 cm and weighs 145 kg, so it needs a solid base, and the 180 mm flue leaves from the top. Optional finishing frames give the opening a neat edge.
Big glass on both sides
Each door has Schott Robax ceramic glass with a dark border that frames the fire nicely. The doors hinge on the right but can be switched to open on the left, and the handles lift off when you do not need them, so they stay cool to touch.
Strong heat with simple control
A single lever under the door sets the primary air, secondary air and airwash together, which makes lighting and slowing the fire easy. Secondary combustion burns off more of the gases, so you get more heat from each load and use less wood. Two baffle plates hold heat in the firebox for longer, while the vermiculite lining keeps radiating warmth after the flames settle and helps keep the glass clear. The firebox takes logs of around 40 centimetres, and the maker lists efficiency at 78.50%.
Is the Kenna 82 double sided built-in right for your home?
As a 13kW wood fireplace with an output range of 5.6 to 26 kW, Northern Flame rates it to heat about 125 m2. That suits large open-plan homes or two connected living areas. Share your floor plan and we will confirm the fit. You can also compare other double sided fireplaces in our range.
Built-in installation in Cape Town
A built-in double sided fireplace insert needs careful planning for the wall opening, heat clearances, the 180 mm flue and a cowl and flashing that can handle Cape Town wind and winter rain. Our team handles the full job and the compliance paperwork. See how our fireplace installation service works, browse more built-in fireplaces, or view the full Northern Flame range.
Kenna 82 Double-sided Built-in FAQs
What is the difference between the built-in and freestanding Kenna 82 double sided?
The firebox idea is the same, but the built-in model is housed inside a wall or chimney breast and comes with a convection box for that job. The freestanding version stands on its own in the room. The built-in one gives a cleaner, flush finish.
Can the Northern Flame Kenna 82 double sided built in replace my old open fireplace?
Often, yes. It is well suited to an old double-sided hearth that smokes or wastes heat, and usually needs no special masonry work. We check the opening size, the chimney and the flue route on site before we quote.
Which fuel does the Kenna 82 use?
It is a built in wood fireplace, made for dry, seasoned firewood. Well dried logs give more heat, less smoke and cleaner glass, so store them under cover for a few months first.
Planning a double-sided feature wall? Send us your plans and ask our team for a quote, or WhatsApp us and we will talk you through the build.
