Osburn Horizon Wood Fireplace

Osburn Horizon Wood Fireplace — Homeowner Guide

The Osburn Horizon is designed to deliver real, usable heat in a clean, built-in form. This high-efficiency, EPA-certified wood-burning fireplace is made to heat large living spaces while serving as a bold focal point. If you're building or remodeling and want long burn times, strong output, and a wide viewing area, the Horizon is a compelling choice.

1. Performance & Configuration

This is a high-performance system fireplace designed to be framed directly into your home:

• • Large Firebox (4.28 cu ft): Holds up to ~60 lbs of wood for long burn times.
• • Built-In Blower: Pushes heat into the room efficiently.
• • Wide Viewing Area: Clean, expansive fire view.
• • Refractory Brick Interior: Improves heat retention and combustion.
• • Air Wash System: Helps keep the glass cleaner during operation.
• • Heavy Steel Construction: Built for long-term durability.
• • Limited Lifetime Warranty: Long-term coverage.

2. Performance Specs

This fireplace is built to produce real heat—not just ambiance:

• • Max Heat Output: 95,000 BTU/h (Peak output).
• • Heating Area: 1,000–2,800 sq ft (depends on insulation).
• • Burn Time: Up to 11 hours.
• • Efficiency: 64% (HHV) / 69% (LHV).
• • Emissions: 1.6 g/hr (EPA 2020 compliant).
• • Max Log Length: 25".

3. Dimensions & Fitment

Zero-clearance design. This unit is built into framing and must be planned during construction.

4. Clearances & Installation

As a zero-clearance unit, ensure your framing meets these requirements:

Professional installation is strongly recommended. Always verify final clearances with the installation manual and local code.

5. Design & Aesthetics

The Horizon offers a clean, expansive fire view with a heavy-duty steel build. It is designed to be the architectural centerpiece of your room, providing the aesthetics of a modern fireplace combined with the high-output performance of a serious heating appliance.

Bottom Line

If you’re building or remodeling and want a true wood-burning fireplace that delivers real heat, the Osburn Horizon is built for that role. It’s best suited for homeowners who want long burn times, high output, and a clean, modern built-in look—without sacrificing performance.