Napoleon
Napoleon Astound Electric Fireplace
Napoleon Astound Electric Fireplace
A 50 inch fireplace set fully into the wall, with the wiring done once and done right. The Astound Built-in 50 is a recessed electric fireplace with logs and glass media, a built-in heater, a remote and Wi-Fi control from Napoleon's Home App. It is hardwired, so an electrician connects it to your panel.
Built in: the fireplace sits in a framed opening and the wall is finished around it. Check the framing size for your model in the table above.
What you get
| Model | Napoleon NEFB50AB, Astound Built-in 50 |
|---|---|
| Outside width | 50¼″ |
| Viewing area | 45¾″ wide × 17½″ tall |
| Framing opening | 50¾″ wide. Height and depth are in the installation manual's rough framing page. |
| Weight | 132 lb (60 kg) net |
| Mounting | Fully recessed into an enclosure only. Napoleon's manual says it cannot be hung on the wall. |
| Heater | 1,500 W at 120 V or 3,000 W at 240 V maximum. Napoleon's brochure lists 5,000 BTU at 120 V and 10,000 BTU at 240 V. Thermostat, blower, ECO and Boost modes. The flame runs with the heater off. |
| Power | 120 V or 240 V on a dedicated 15 A grounded circuit. Hardwired only, with no plug or cord. |
| Flame | LED flame in orange and yellow with adjustable brightness and five flame speeds |
| Ember bed and top light | 13 colors each, plus a color cycle |
| Media included | Logs, two colors of glass, mineral rocks and charcoal, packed by size |
| Controls | Remote and Napoleon Home App over Wi-Fi. A wall-mount controller is an optional Napoleon part, ask us. |
| Finishing | Install it trimless, or with Napoleon's trim option (see the manual) |
| Warranty | Napoleon Electric Appliance 5 Year Limited Warranty |
Add to your order
Everything below is listed in Napoleon's optional accessories for the Astound Built-in (manual W415-4170, page 35), in the size made for the NEFB50AB. Tick what you want and add it all with the fireplace in one step.
Questions people ask us
Can I hang it on the wall, or does it have to be recessed?
It must be fully recessed into an enclosure. Napoleon's manual says it cannot be hung on the wall. If you want a fireplace that can hang, look at the Astound FlexMount, which Napoleon makes for wall mounting and recessing.
What power does it need?
A dedicated 15 amp grounded circuit, at 120 V or 240 V, wired directly by a qualified electrician. There is no plug. Napoleon's manual gives the terminal connections for both voltages.
Can I mount a TV above it?
Napoleon's manual warns that elevated temperatures on the wall or in the air above the appliance can damage a TV or other electronic components. Napoleon's manual gives 3 9/16″ from the top of the appliance to a mantel, and 0″ to the finished wall around it. Check your TV maker's guidance as well as the clearance chart in Napoleon's manual. If you want a second opinion on your wall, send us the dimensions.
How much heat does it put out?
The heater runs up to 1,500 W at 120 V or 3,000 W at 240 V. Napoleon's brochure lists 5,000 BTU at 120 V and 10,000 BTU at 240 V. It has a thermostat, a blower, an ECO mode that uses less power and a Boost mode for more heat. The flame can run with the heater off.
How do I control it?
The remote is included. You can also pair it with Napoleon's Home App over Wi-Fi, which Napoleon says gives control of all modes and functions. A wall-mount controller is an optional Napoleon part.
Can I change how the flame bed looks?
Yes. It comes with logs, glass, mineral rocks and charcoal, and the ember bed and top light change color. Napoleon also lists optional birch log kits, mineral rock kits and glass beads in five colors for the Astound Built-in. They are in the Add to your order box above.
Does the glass get hot, and can it go in a bathroom?
The glass stays hot for an extended period after the appliance is off, and Napoleon asks that young children be supervised. Napoleon's manual says this appliance is not suitable for installation in a bathroom, and not for outdoor use.
Goes with this
Manuals and warranty
5 years on warranted parts, including electrical components and wearable parts such as the fan and heater, motors, switches, remote controls and LED lights. Light bulbs and fuses are not covered. Terms are in the manual, so read them before you order. Labor is covered in the first year only.
Read the warranty terms · Our warranty library · Register your fireplaceEvery document is kept on our site, so the link works when you need it. More are in our Napoleon manuals and documents.
A note on the photos. Napoleon's photography often shows optional media and trim, and its flame colors are shown by the lighting. What ships with the fireplace is listed in the What you get table, and anything else is sold separately.
Ask us about your install