Retro Fireplaces Making a Comback? Vintage Preway spotted in Crestwood
A recent article in the New York Times magazine heralded the slick design of these retro fireplaces straight out of the ’70s.
Malm Fireplace by Design within Reach
I always get a jolt of excitement when I stumble upon one, though, to my surprise, I seldom see them. So how excited was I when I stumbled upon a family room with a vintage Preway fireplace in a traditional Crestwood/Brookside 2-story home for sale (pics below)? I was very excited and quite surprised. It was certainly unexpected as these are typically found in homes built in the 60’s and 70’s, which are more of the ranch and split-level style homes we find in areas a bit farther south, east and west, as you follow the development of our suburbs. This home has a family room addition out of that era, which explains the presence of the Preway. It is a playful addition to this traditional home. According to the New York Times article, there are two companies making new versions of this classic retro fireplace should you want to install a new one. Alternatively, you are always welcome to contact me to help you find the mid-century retro home of your dreams.
I have one of these that I would like to sell. It is the red/orange one in perfect condition complete with gas logs. I’m located in south jersey.
Hi Sam – I am interested in purchasing your fireplace. Can you please email me at meloflaherty@hotmail.com with more information? I am located nearby and would be able to pick it up. Thank you!!
Melody, I wish I could help you, but it was in a house for sale – not mine. Thank you!
Hi, do you still have the fireplace? if so can you send me pics and price?
Thanks
Sam I realize your posting is from 2011 but I have had a preway for years – love it. Since, I am getting older I would like to get info. on the gas logs. Where do you find these. Have been using wood and Duraflame – the gas sounds great and easy to use. If you could possibly direct me to the source, I would be most grateful. A.Primera
i’m in corpus christi, texas.looking for a orange cone shaped fireplace like yours.do you still have it and how much?…how could you send it to me?…roger 361-992-2398
We have an orange Preway freestanding fireplace in St. Louis.
Anyone interested?
Do you still have your fireplace?
I have a red conical preway fireplace, never used with 2 stacks. $650.00. I’m in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. email dmcn916321@aol.com. Email for pictures
I have an orange preway fireplace in excellent condition with all parts and manual. I’m interested in selling. I’m also located in pittsburgh.
I’d be very interested in the orange fireplace mentioned – can you let me know if it’s still available, if you have pictures, and how much are you selling it for? thanks!
Joe – in reference to my post re: your orange fireplace, please email me at tosellstuff1@gmail.com – thanks so much.
HI Joe. Did you sell the orange preway yet? If not, send me the pricing info, etc. Thanks. Nat
I am in Orlando…looking for one of these fireplaces…any color or condition okay.
Remarkable post! I truly wasn’t conscious of this. It is really refreshing to go through since I get so disillusioned when writers place no considered into their get the job done. It can be clear that you know what you are creating about. I will surely visit yet again!
I bought a fire place just like your yellow one cant find a maker on it , this was set up but i don,t think it was ever used, any info would help rick
To all Preway Junkies-
I have the red Preway unit with two red porcelin flue pipes for sale. Excellent condition. Just cleaned out the garage. Will send images etc. $700
I have a orange fireplace also. Would like to sell it. It was my grandparents. It was never used only with a fake log that consist of foil. lol I’m looking for prices on these. Anyone know where to look?
Thanks
i have a red one it has a couple of scrapes and all the pipe live in maine
Do you still have your Malm stove? where in Maine are you? We are near Bar Harbor
Thanks
Karen
To anyone looking to buy used Preway fireplaces save your money!! We bought one on ebay and it’s in perfect condition and looks great but the problem that no one talks about is that you cannot install it in your home due to it being a Used unit from a company that went out of business in 1989 so they cannot certify the unit for the building inspector. This means you cannot get permits to install it and your homeowners insurance may cancel you or worse if you do have a fire in your home they can not cover it.
About to put an Orange Preway (a vintage one from an old gentleman in Syracuse) on Ebay. Local pick up. Not too far away for you NYC folks. Please check it out or email rebagogo@hotmail.com Thanks!
I live in Hattiesburg, Mississippi and I am looking for a Preway or a Malm vintage fire place within driving distance. I don’t care what color it is I am going to be putting it on the deck. Please if anyone knows where one is or any can give me any info. Please send me a email to suzyq0761@yahoo.com. Thanks for your time.
I have a White one for sale I found it at a sale, it has two pieces of pipe. It is in really good shape it has a couple small chips near the top at the back. It is set up for gas but I think it can burn wood also, it has a poured bottom in it & a heat shield inside. I can send pic’s I am in Conroe TX about 1 hr north of Houston TX.
Hi. I am interested in your white Preway. Can you send pictures of it if you still have it for sale, along with the price? Thank you. Tracey
Have a white preway – love it. Am interested in gas logs? Can anyone help. Thank you. A.Primera
I’m looking for a red/orange preway if anyone has one they would sell and ship to Georgia.
Malm (the “other” manufacturer of these cool fireplaces) builds these units close to my house in Northern Ca. I just went by today to check them out. Nice that you can still buy the parts as they are still being manufactured and the guy I spoke with, has worked for Malm for 40 years. Very knowledgeable guy!
And, by the way, you can’t turn a gas fireplace into a wood burning unit without risking a fire!
Saving for a new one!! J
I have a Retro Mid-Century Modern Preway Freestanding Fireplace for sale.
Footprint is approximately 36” by 28”, Exterior enamel orange/red paint, 10 feet of triple walled chimney, Ceiling mounting hardware and roof flange, Internal flue from firebox to ceiling includes damper.
Please contact me if you are interested msenchak@gmail.com in Cleveland, Ohio
Thanks.
I live in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and I’m looking for an orange preway.
I have an orange with brass trim Majestic Athna fireplace I am selling. I am in S. Ca.
I have an Avocado Colored Preway if you are interested and am in the San Diego area, e-mail me at chernandez1986@gmail.com
used to have 2 of these but now 7-31-2013 am looking for one for my ski lodge style screened in porch I live in S Fla so must be electric cant use wood on porch or gas Been looking about a year the nice ones are over priced then i found one for $100 nice price was fair one for $150 nice both sellers refused to ship one was in Wisconsin 1 in Minnesota well I gotta have some one who will ship Carole Matthews larcr@msn.com prefer the cone shaped ones nice ones on e bay but prices are out of my reach Hey anyone out there want to dump one on me ? See earlier e mail thanks Here is my e mail if you missed it larcr@msn.com Carole Matthews
Looking for years for Preway or similar to put i ski lodge type back porch cant find anyone willing to send to Fla cant find one reasonable pls help thanks Carole M
I have a white Preway that I bought off eBay. It’s in great shape and we are planning to convert it to gas (should be easily accomplished by any fireplace shop). The problem is we have a vaulted ceiling and need an additional four pieces of pipe to reach the ceiling. (We aren’t venting it out the roof, we want to make it look nice.)
While white would be ideal, we would happily purchase the proper pipe in any color and have it painted and powder coated locally.
Thanks in advance for any help.
Please email me at kcdcatl @ gmail.com
I have a orange 1970’s wood burning Preway Fireplace in excellent condition. If anyone is interested, please let me know. I live in WI. heidi@wctc.net
Thanks
Im in South Jersey just outside of Philadelphia I have a beautiful red lp Preway gas log fireplace in excellent condition forsale. It has been stored in doors and I dont believe it even has a scratch on it. It comes complete with gas logs. It is in perfect shape inside and out. If your interested reply to this add and it will go to my email and we can discuss it from there. Thanks Sam
This is now sold, Thank You.