Design Specialties is a manufacturer of custom, high quality fireplace doors, screens and other specialty hearth accessories. We are located in Milwaukee, WI and we have been in business since 1983. We are recognized as the leading product and design innovator in the industry. We realize that the fireplace is the focal point of your room. With our wide variety of door styles and finishes we can manufacture the perfect custom glass fireplace door for your taste and décor.
Our innovations have included:
Full-vision glass doors – eliminated the vertical metal strips providing a clear, uninterrupted view of the fire.
Patented “glass to glass” corner units.
Anodized and powder coated aluminum frames offering beautiful and unique profiles and finishes.
Custom laser cut steel designs that allow you the ultimate customized door for your home.
Numerous “hand finish” options that range from the most rustic look to cutting edge contemporary looks.
Our products range from cost-effective, lower price doors to one-of-a-kind doors handcrafted by artists. We are the clear market leader for glass doors for both factory-built and masonry fireplaces. Our flexible designs and wide product offerings makes us the manufacturer of choice for designers across the country. Our state of the art 40,000 square foot factory features laser cutting and powder coating operations that allow us to have the fastest lead times in the industry.
MADE IN THE USA
Our innovations have included:
Full-vision glass doors – eliminated the vertical metal strips providing a clear, uninterrupted view of the fire.
Patented “glass to glass” corner units.
Anodized and powder coated aluminum frames offering beautiful and unique profiles and finishes.
Custom laser cut steel designs that allow you the ultimate customized door for your home.
Numerous “hand finish” options that range from the most rustic look to cutting edge contemporary looks.
Our products range from cost-effective, lower price doors to one-of-a-kind doors handcrafted by artists. We are the clear market leader for glass doors for both factory-built and masonry fireplaces. Our flexible designs and wide product offerings makes us the manufacturer of choice for designers across the country. Our state of the art 40,000 square foot factory features laser cutting and powder coating operations that allow us to have the fastest lead times in the industry.
MADE IN THE USA
Carolina
Is is easy to see why the Carolina is one of our best selling fireplace glass doors. The single piece, laser cut steel frame is available in the most popular styles and finishes. Robust construction ensures you and your family will enjoy your door for many years. The Carolina is custom built specifically to your fireplace dimensions so you can choose to have the frame overlap your fireplace opening or fit entirely inside your fireplace to highlight the marble or tile of your surround. With 25 different finish choices and several door designs to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect Carolina door for your fireplace.
Carolina
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Carolina with Window Pane
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Carolina with Sunrise Window Pane
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Carolina with Arched Doors
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Carolina with Arched Doors and Sunrise Window Pane
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Carolina with Flush Fit Doors
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Masonry
Frame Width - 1 1/2" or 2" Overlap - 1" or 1 1/2" Recessed Depth - 2" Frame Depth - 3/16" |
Zero Clearance
Frame Width - 1 1/2" Overlap - 1/4" Max Overlap - 1" Recessed Depth - 1" Frame Depth - 3/16" |
Prices start at $1,500.00
Legend
The Legend is the most customizable door in the industry. From arch fireplaces to large openings, the Legend is the one door that can do it all. Choose from a variety of over 40+ finishes including satin and boutique finishes or a Design Specialties’ exclusive Hand-Crafted finish. Add design elements like Window Pane or True Arch doors to create a door that truly represents your style.
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Masonry
Frame Width - 1 1/2" Standard Overlap - 1" Recessed Depth - 1 1/2" Frame Depth - 3/16" |
Zero Clearance
Frame Width - 1 1/2" Overlap - 1/4" Recessed Depth - 1" Frame Depth - 3/16" |
Arch
Frame Width - 1 1/2" Standard Overlap - 1" Recessed Depth - 1 1/2 " Frame Depth - 3/16" |
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Legend Steel Door Prices (Masonry & Zero Clearance)
Prices start at $2,000.00 |
Legend Arch Masonry Prices
Prices start at $2,500.00 |
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Hudson Barnstyle Door |
Milwaukee Forge Bold, Traditional Style |
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Inspired by the classic barns of Hudson, WI, the Hudson brings a unique design and style to your fireplace. The glass doors open like barn doors by gliding on a track.
Classic design perfect for modern, urban living Unique "barn door" design Available in all Powder Coat, Artisan & Hand Crafted finishes; shown in Forged Iron Double or single sliding doors |
The Milwaukee Forge collection is created by a master blacksmith. Using a coal fired forge, he bends, hammers and shapes steel by hand to create a fireplace door that honors the history of the craft.
Available in Rustic Black, Solar Bronze, and Forged Iron Handcrafted Detail Exclusive hinges and gusset plates Created in the style of Old World craftsmen |
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The Madrid features hammered edges created by hand in our factory. The arch banding and riveting add to the rich detail bring the look of classic Spanish design to your fireplace. Complete the look by adding a matching Madrid Tool Set.
Hammered edge detail created by hand Twisted steel handles created in coal fired forge Add a matching a Madrid tool set to complete the look Available in Powder Coat, Artisan & Hand Crafted finishes |