We can, however, very accurately determine how much does it cost to run a gas fireplace per hour (running at 100% specified heating output). Here are the maximum costs of running 10,000 BTU to 40,000 BTU gas fireplaces per hour(at natural gas prices of $1.09 per therm): Small10,000...
How to Convert Your Fireplace with Gas Inserts
In order to change a gas fireplace to a wood-burning stove or fireplace, you should first have the system inspected for the sake of safety. Ideally, you'd contact a professional to complete the work. If you decide to do the project yourself, be sure that you turn your gas line off be...
Gas fireplaces don't require the extensive maintenance wood fireplaces do, because burning gas doesn't create the sooty residue that results from burning wood. Still, an annual cleaning helps ensure proper function of the gas fireplace by removing dust and dirt that could clog the burner. Follow...
When you light up your fireplace, you're typically looking forward to a relaxing evening spent in front of the warm, large flames. When those flames die down in a traditional wood burning fireplace, you can stoke the wood to create a larger fire, but in a gas fireplace, the gas valve ...
DETERMINE THE TYPE OF GAS FIREPLACE The first step is to determine what type of fireplace you have. Is this a direct vented, sealed combustion unit? Is the glass sealed to the fireplace, or are there old bi-fold doors that need to be opened when you turn the gas on?
How to Build a Faux Corner Fireplace in 6 Easy Steps Read More Gas vs. Electric Fireplaces Gas fireplaces require a proper, fireproofhearthand ventilation directly to the outdoors. If you have your heart set on a gas corner fireplace, we highly recommend having a professional contractor do the...
You may need to install a combustion air vent for the parts of your house with combustion appliances. Here is a guide to installing combustion vents in your fireplace: Step#1: Purchase a combustion air vent: You can order directly from the manufacturer or buy from a hardware store. But make...
The first step is to go in the backyard and see if you have the right amount of space. The Fremont fireplace kits dimensions without add-ons will need a 52” W x 48” D x 91” T space. Are you going to want to burn wood or use gas logs? Will you need extra chimney clearance?
If you have a fireplace in your home, chances are you have a gas line that helps you get it going. If you don't, you probably have some nifty long matches, a lighter and a stack of newspaper on the hearth. But what if you got lost in the wintry woods without a match or lighter...