Roots in Barrie, Ontario
Napoleon began with a practical idea: make fireplaces and heating products that homeowners would actually enjoy living with—reliable heat, cleaner glass, and finishes that belong in the living room.
Our story
About Napoleon — Hearth Craft Since 1976
From Barrie, Ontario, Napoleon has helped families and builders choose grills, fireplaces, and climate systems that feel inviting long after installation day.
A Timeline of Warmth & Outdoor Cooking Progress
Grills join the hearth story
Outdoor cooking lines expanded the brand beyond indoor fire. Stainless construction, porcelain-coated grids, and burner innovation turned patios into second kitchens for North American households.
Design awards meet certification rigor
Award-winning silhouettes arrived alongside CSA certification pathways and UL Listed documentation so architects and inspectors could approve the same products homeowners fell in love with on the showroom floor.
40+ countries, still advisory
With 500+ models and 3,000+ dealers, we still emphasize approachable guidance: match BTU output to patio size, match insert depth to the opening, and keep HVAC accessories coherent with the hearth package.
Homeowners often debate gas convenience versus wood-burning ritual—similar to natural-versus-engineered debates elsewhere in building materials. Our role is clearer: help you pick the fuel and venting path that fits your chimney, schedule, and maintenance appetite, then document CSA/UL notes so the installation stays inspection-ready.
Values That Shape Every Recommendation
Safety & Compliance
We respect fire resistance rating notes, CSA certification, UL Listed pathways, and ENERGY STAR partner options where they apply—without pretending every SKU qualifies for every credit.
Service Support
Samples, submittals, and installation briefings are part of the product. Busy remodelers should not wait weeks for a clearance detail or island cutout drawing.
Accessible Expertise
We translate thermal conductivity of surrounds, dimensional stability of stone islands, and VOC emissions concerns indoors into decisions a family meeting can act on the same day.
People You Meet on a Typical Project
Product Advisors
Help shortlist grills and fireplaces by lifestyle, not just catalog pages.
Technical Specialists
Walk venting, BTU, and clearance questions with trade partners.
Dealer Partners
Local showrooms where you can feel heat and compare finishes.
Design Consultants
Pair flame aesthetics with cabinetry, stone, and patio furniture plans.
Credentials We Reference on Spec Sheets
CSA Certified
UL Listed
ENERGY STAR Partner
ISO 9001 Quality Systems
Certifications vary by model. Always confirm the sheet for your exact SKU before publishing submittals.
Want the Story Behind Your Shortlist?
Ask about Barrie engineering roots, dealer networks, or which Napoleon lines fit your climate and fuel preference.
Talk to an Expert