A Zero Clearance Kit acts as a shield against combustible materials. It acts to contain heat, directing back out into the room or the flue system. This control of the heat helps to insulate timber framing or other combustible materials from the heat of the fireplace. It does not make the Zero Clearance Kit cool, but it does control the temperature and force a clearance to allow for the safe installation of combustible materials around the fireplace.
A zero clearance solution is required for all non-masonry installations. Escea provides a Zero Clearanc Kit as an optional extra with your TC950 Inbuilt Wood Fireplace.