Empire Stove 32" x 50" Black Surround for Archway 2300 (WS2350BL)
A Required 32" x 50" Black Steel Surround for the Empire Stove Archway 2300 Wood Insert
The Empire Stove WS2350BL surround frames the Archway 2300 wood insert and covers the masonry fireplace opening around it, in a nominal 32" high by 50" wide black finish. Each insert requires one surround, sold separately from the insert.
Key Features
- 32" x 50" black surround for the Empire Stove Archway 2300
- One surround is required to complete each insert
- Covered for 7 years (parts) under the Empire Limited Lifetime Warranty schedule
- Part number WS2350BL
Product Features
Finishes the Fireplace Opening
The surround mounts to the front of the Archway 2300 and closes the gap between the insert and the masonry, giving the installation a finished look. Per the installation manual, the surround assembly consists of side panels and a top panel that attach to the insert’s faceplate extension.
Choosing a Size
Choose the surround that covers your fireplace opening; the Archway 2300 also offers WS2344BL (29" x 44"), WS2350TBL (32" x 50" trimmable). The minimum masonry opening for the Archway 2300 is listed on the insert page.
Product Specifications
Compatibility
| Compatible Model |
Model Number |
Appliance Type |
| Archway 2300 |
WB23IN |
Wood Insert |
General
| Feature |
Specification |
| Part Number |
WS2350BL |
| Component Type |
Surround |
| Nominal Size (H x W) |
32" x 50" |
| Finish |
Black |
| Requirement |
Required; choose one surround per insert |
| Warranty |
Surrounds: limited 7 years (parts) |
Manufacturer Notes
- Nominal surround size is as listed by Empire Stove; the height-by-width reading follows Empire’s convention for insert surrounds. Verify against your fireplace facing before ordering.
- Compatibility is as listed in the Empire Stove 2026 price sheet. Any installation must follow the instructions supplied with the component and the appliance installation manual.
About the Manufacturer
Who Is Empire Stove?
Empire Stove is the wood-burning stove, insert, and fireplace line of Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. of Belleville, Illinois. Its Gateway wood stoves, Archway wood inserts, and St. Clair wood fireplaces are made in North America and share a one-lever air control, a no-mess ash pan, and an air wash system designed for simple everyday operation.
Built to Last
Empire Stove appliances are constructed with thick 5/16" steel, lined with high-density firebricks, and fitted with a high heat ceramic baffle and high temperature ceramic glass, and they are backed by the Empire Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Certification and Support
Current Empire Stove wood-burning models meet the EPA 2020 emissions standard. Empire publishes installation and operation manuals, spec sheets, brochures, and test reports for each model, and supports owners through online product registration and its authorized dealer network.
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