Before buying a gas fireplace, it’s smart to ask just that question. All heating units – furnaces, heaters, and fireplaces – burn natural gas, propane or electricity to generate heating output. We will look into how much does it cost to run a gas fireplace per hour, per day, and pe...
How to Convert Your Fireplace with Gas Inserts
Turning a gas fireplace into a wood-burning one is possible in some instances. However, not every gas fireplace is able to be converted to wood. Conversion is only possible when the fireplace was originally constructed to burn wood. If the fireplace was initially a gas one, it can't be c...
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 sets the limit for the size of the flame. If you love a big, roaring fire in the...
There are wood, gas, and electric fireplace inserts. Inserts can control the air intake and, therefore, the burn rate of the wood, making it more efficient. Some fireplace inserts come with fans or blowers that help take the heat around the firebox and distribute it to the room. Step up...
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...
Fireplace glass cleaner Metal polish Dry cloths Protective gloves and eyewear 1. First, turn off the gas or electric power switch before you start cleaning. For a gas fireplace, locate the gas valve inside and make sure it’s on the ‘off’ position, to prevent a dangerous leak in the ho...
Gas log fireplaces provide warmth and atmosphere for a home, without the added trouble of logs. They require little maintenance, but do need annual care just to make sure everything is working properly.
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?
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...