Empire Comfort Systems is a trusted American manufacturer of high-quality fireplaces, stoves, inserts, and home heating solutions. Known for reliable performance and lasting craftsmanship, Empire products deliver efficient warmth in a wide range of traditional and modern styles.
The Empire Breckenridge is the vent free gas firebox your builder frames into a wall so you can finish the fireplace your own way. Choose a tile surround or a brick hearth, then pick your size on the product page. Start with the Breckenridge below, or explore Empire fireboxes for outdoor gas and indoor or outdoor wood fires.
It is a vent free firebox: the housing only, with no chimney or vent pipe. Your builder frames a wall around the steel shell and finishes that wall in stone, tile, or brick. Add a burner and log set, a liner and a front to complete your gas fireplace. Check your local codes first.
Pair Empire burners with a vent free log set in ceramic fiber or concrete. Browse ventless fireplaces across brands or complete Empire fireplaces.
Choose the Empire Breckenridge Deluxe, Breckenridge Select or Breckenridge Premium in 32, 36 or 42 inches. Deluxe offers a flush front or a louvered front, arched doors and louvers in black or pewter. Options include brick liners and a cabinet or corner mantel for a corner fireplace.
Select shows less metal and can sit at floor level. Premium has a bigger opening. Both offer a lighting kit, and a blower is an add-on for all four versions.
The 36 inch Premium Multi-Sided offers a see through layout between two rooms among our double sided fireplaces, or a peninsula with glass on three sides. Screens, banded brick liners and sills are included.
Carol Rose Outdoor Premium comes in 36 or 42 inches in our outdoor gas collection. Add an Empire outdoor burner and logs separately.
For an indoor wood burning firebox, compare Blackburn's square opening with the 60 inch Aspen Traditional and low-opening Aspen Linear in our Wood Burning Fireplaces collection. All burn real logs and need a separate chimney, with liners required for both Aspens.
Aspen Outdoor Traditional and Aspen Outdoor Linear, our outdoor wood models, require a chimney, liner and firebrick. Compare linear fireplace shapes or find another outdoor firebox in our outdoor fireplace collection.
We are an authorized dealer for Empire Comfort Systems, family owned in Belleville, Illinois, since 1932. Your Empire Breckenridge carries the White Mountain Hearth name and full manufacturer warranty. For sizing or venting questions, call us and we will talk it through.
No. You choose the Empire vent free burner and the log set separately for natural gas or propane. The liner, the front and a blower are separate choices too, although the Multi-Sided includes screens, banded brick liners and sills. For help matching the box size, call us and we will talk it through.
A vent-free firebox needs no chimney or vent pipe, so heat stays in the room. The Empire burner has an oxygen depletion sensor that shuts off gas if room air runs low. Choose one rated for your room, arrange logs as instructed, and check your local code for vent free restrictions.
No. All Breckenridge versions are for indoor rooms. For a patio, choose the Carol Rose Outdoor Premium, built to stay outside and certified for an Empire outdoor burner. The Aspen Outdoor Traditional and Aspen Outdoor Linear burn real logs outside.
Customer Reviews
LOVE this suana. Maya and Norse Steam Team were amazing to work with!
A sauna turns your garden into a spa oasis. We debated it for a while, but after renovating our house, we pulled the trigger and bought a sauna from Norse Steam and Maya. She was always super responsive and helpful throughout the process. Don't kid yourself, getting a really nice sauna is not that easy. Sizing and heating need to be figured out, as does the building, but we have always had a helpful partner on our side. She never upsold us on anything we didn't need, and we got some nice freebies when the sauna was delivered. And now we can really enjoy every moment in our garden.
I'm really happy with my sauna purchase. Maya gave above and beyond excellent customer service. She wasn't pushy and gave impressive followup after the delivery to make sure everything was just right.
I enjoy my FD2 Sauna with Red Light, Infrared and radiant heat. Use it 5x a week and my post workout soreness is minimal and sleep great. Maya at Norse Steam was excellent to work with.
got amazing support for all my questions, fast delivery, and the team even reached out to me after to make sure everything was in order. perfect experience. highly recommended.
We purchased the 3-person sauna for our outdoor garden. We chose the cube sauna for the aesthetic and could not be happier.
I assembled by myself except for the 2 large panels (requires a few people). Instructions were good - took me two partial Saturdays to complete and a few hours to unpack and organize in advance of assembly. Had my elec. add a NEMA enclosure on the back for the controller and power for lights and a 2nd panel for the wireless control.
Customer service was excellent
They really went above and beyond to get my sauna up and running. I would really recommend them for any of your needs.
Awesome Sauna and Awesome Company and Experience purchasing it from Maya!
After much research I chose the Finnmark FD-2 and it has met and exceeded all my expectations! Easy to assemble and it functions great - just as advertised. I highly recommend it for home use!
Recently purchased the Finnmark one person after much research. Extremely happy with it and the ordering process. Maya was very responsive and helpful during the process and keeping us updated while we waited for shipment. There were several places I could have ordered this, but i chose Norse Steam based on the communication and customer service which was fantastic. The shipment was also excellent. The setup was pretty seamless for two people - but the best part is the sauna experience 10/10
Maya is amazing - super helpful and responsive. Looked at many stores, these guys have the best prices and service. Highly recommend
Norse Steam, and specifically Maya, were extremely helpful as I was making the decision for our Sauna. I was able to get all of the necessary details to make a decision as construction was happening in my backyard to make space for it.
We absolutely love the CL7G. It is extremely comfortable for 6 people (can fit more less comfortably). The Thermory Spruce and Aspen in the interior smells great. The lighting is lovely. We paired the CL7G with the Harvia Spirit 10.5kw.
Had great experience shopping at Norse Steam for the new heater. They had very good deal, with rocks. Customer service was good, and responded very fast with my questions. Received the heater, and it looks good, and the quality seem to be great. Will install soon, and am very excited to start experiencing sauna the way it ment to be
thanks Norse Steam for flawless transaction - I got instant replies on my questions, received competitive price on the wood stove and got it delivered within two weeks!
Can highly recommend Norse Steam for others.
I got the Norse Steam SaunaLife wood-fired hot tub, the S4N model, and its been seriously great. It heats up quicker than I expected, usually around an hour and a half, and once its hot, it stays that way for a good long while. The wood-fired system is simple to use, and honestly kind of fun.
The tub itself feels solid and well put together. The thermo-spruce exterior looks beautiful in person, and the fiberglass interior is smooth, deep, and easy to clean. Its the kind of setup that just works without a bunch of fuss, which I really appreciate.
Also, the team at Norse Steam was genuinely great to work with. Super helpful, quick to respond, and made the process really easy from start to finish. It felt like they actually cared that I was happy with it. The tub has totally become a go-to way to unwind, and I wouldnt change a thing.
This is a terrific stove from Harvia and is top quality, as youd expect from a reputable brand thats been in the sauna business for so long. Doing business with Norse Steam was also a pleasure. The order was processed quickly, communications from the company kept me up to date with processing and shipping, and everything arrived in perfect condition. Even scheduling the freight delivery for the stove and stones was a piece of cake. Everything went very smoothly and I will surely do business with them again in the future. Thanks for making it so easy
Maya was so knowledgeable and responsive. She helped me understand the product options and found a fantastic solution that fit our needs. Her follow through was very helpful and made us comfortable with our decision. We are extremely happy with the end result!
I recently purchased the Harvia Club sauna equipment, and I am thoroughly impressed with both the product and the customer service experience. The heaters robust performance and durable stainless steel construction make it ideal for larger sauna spaces, providing consistent heat and a relaxing environment. Its compatibility with advanced controls ensures a personalized sauna experience every time.
The customer service team was exceptional, prompt, knowledgeable, and helpful throughout the purchase process. They ensured smooth delivery and provided clear guidance on installation and operation. Overall, I highly recommend Harvia Club for anyone seeking premium-quality sauna equipment backed by excellent support!
Great experience purchasing Finnmark FD-2 from Norse Steam. Good communication and easy to assemble. Temperature increases quickly (30 minutes or less to 140) and maintains well. So far this has been a great purchase.
We purchased the Finnmark SD-1 sauna. Maya was extremely helpful with the purchase. We had an issue with the sauna not reaching the maximum temperature, and Maya connected us with the appropriate technician that explained how to correct the issue. The sauna now heats to the maximum temperature (170 degrees) in less than an hour, and it is a great unit. We are very happy with it, and we would definitely purchase from NorseSteam if we needed any other items.
I recently purchased a sauna from Norse Steam, and I couldn't be more impressed with the entire experience. From start to finish, their customer service was exceptional, and Maya deserves special recognition for her outstanding support!
Maya was incredibly knowledgeable and patient, answering all my questions about the sauna features, installation process, and maintenance. She went above and beyond to ensure I selected the perfect model for my home. Even after the purchase, Maya followed up to make sure everything was running smoothly and that I was satisfied with my sauna.
The sauna itself is top-notch beautifully designed, durable, and easy to use. It's clear that Norse Steam takes pride in the quality of their products and their commitment to customer satisfaction.
If you're considering a sauna, I wholeheartedly recommend Norse Steam. With their excellent customer service and high-quality products, you're in great hands. Thank you, Maya, and the entire Norse Steam team for a fantastic experience!
