Gas Fireplaces

Perhaps, as this will depend on the size of the opening and the type of gas fireplace you wish to install in it.

Actually, ventless gas fireplaces will not have any glass concealing the front since fireplaces of this type must remain open to the home to function. Direct vent gas fireplaces will have a fixed glass window that is only removed for maintenance purposes while B-vent gas fireplaces will indeed have optional glass doors that function just like the doors with your wood fireplace, however, B-vent fireplaces have largely been replaced with more efficient direct vent gas fireplaces as they add no efficiency and must be vented vertically through the roof. Subsequently, the selection of B-vent gas fireplaces is very limited. There are ventless fireboxes and fireplaces that have optional doors available, but these are decorative mesh doors and not glass. 

An insert requires a fully-functional, noncombustible fireplace with a functional chimney in place.  If you are constructing an enclosure for use with a zero-clearance gas fireplace, then, yes, the granite would be fine to use.

Yes, we do carry those coal baskets.

We apologize but that liner kit has been discontinued.

Indoor vent-free products are not allowed in the entire State of California.

Whether or not you can do this depends on the type of gas fireplace you have and its valve/ignition control.

All of the gas logs will produce a radiant heat. They do have varying BTU's and max out around 90K for a vented set.

Unfortunately, it is not possible to change out the burner in a prefabricated fireplace for a larger one or one with more BTU output.

The walls and surfaces above gas fireplaces typically get warm. There is no way to reduce this, other than the lower the heat output on the fireplace itself.

While they are both Empire burners, each has a burn port pattern designed to accommodate different media. For example, the Whiskey River log set can only sit atop a Contour burner, while the Super Charred Oak set would require the Slope Glaze burner.

The pilot light should most definitely be turned off in the warmer months because leaving the pilot flame on will cause excess wear on the thermopile.

For the vast majority of our fireplaces, the mantels/hearths pictured with the unit is not included with the purchase. Moreover, most of the time these are custom pieces for the stock photos. However, we do offer some units with corresponding/compatible mantel cabinets for enclosure.

This particular model has a fixed flame height that may not be adjusted.

No, you do not need to run a fireplace fan constantly.

The thermocouple will be attached to your pilot assembly. It is a small cylindrical piece of metal that is being heated by your pilot light.

At that BTU level, it is not recommended that a monitor be placed above the fireplace.

You are advised to open your damper completely when using a vented gas log set.

A vent free firebox can not be converted to a vented one, but can be replaced by a vented unit. Installing a direct vent on an interior wall is not an problem.

These terms are often mentioned, but rarely gone into with depth and clarity. A millivolt gas valve is a common apparatus that is used in many types of gas appliances. It operates by utilizing a valve containing an electromagnet, attached to a plunger that controls gas flow. Within the combustion chamber and usually directly above the burner is a pilot assembly, which consists of a small gas tube, a thermocouple or thermopile, and an ignitor in most cases. A thermocouple is a small metallic probe that contains a juncture of two dissimilar metals. When heated, the resistance between the metals creates a very small amount of voltage. A thermopile is simply a larger version of a thermocouple and contains multiple chains of these linked junctures. A millivolt style of fireplace will have a manual push knob that initiates the flow of gas to the pilot tube. Utilizing the push button ignitor or a manual lighter, the gas exiting the pilot tube will ignite and begin to heat the thermocouple or thermopile. The resulting voltage being generated will travel back to the gas valve via a copper lead, energizing the electromagnet in the valve. When fully charged, the manual push knob can be released, allowing the pilot to remain lit and the appliance to commence operation. Voltage generated by the pilot is all that is needed for the appliance to work, making this a great low maintenance fireplace, at the cost of a small amount of gas being consumed. An IPI (intermittent pilot ignition) appliance has similiarities to a millivolt appliance. It still uses a gas valve and pilot assembly, but the pilot is not always lit as with a millivolt appliance. Instead, the appliance only lights the pilot when the system is calling for operation. When switched on, an electric spark ignitor begins to fire at the pilot assembly until the flow of gas coming from the pilot tube lights. The flame from the pilot heats a flame rectifier, which is similar to a thermocouple. Instead of generating voltage like a thermocouple, a flame rectifier generates a signal that is sent back to a control module in the appliance. When the module detects the signal, the computer logic tells the ignitor to stop firing and the gas valve to open, commencing operation of the burner. When the system is switched off, both the burner and pilot extinguish, saving fuel by not allowing a pilot to burn while in standby. This type of system usually relies on 120 volt power as a primary supply, with batteries as a backup. In recent years, IPI systems have become very reliable and are on track to outsell millivolt systems in the near future.

While they share some basic operating principles, there are several differences between these two appliance types that govern where they may or may not be installed. Direct vent appliances utilize a sealed combustion chamber that ensures they do not consume any oxygen from the room. The chamber is sealed with a gasketed pane of tempered or ceramic glass, which is held in place by bolted or spring loaded clasps. The log set is contained behind the glass and can easily be viewed through it. The direct vent pipe facilitates both the emission of burnt gases to the atmosphere and the intake of combustion gases to fuel the fire. Typically, the inner pipe is responsible for exhaust duties, while the outer handles combustion air. The pipe can be vented vertically and even horizontally, over limited distances. Because of their sealed nature, restrictions on installation are few and far between, with the primary limitation being the need for the vent pipe run. Like direct vent appliances, vent free units use a gas valve and burner apparatus, coupled with a log set, fire stones, or fire glass. However, vent free units use no venting system or glass front. They are able to do this due to a strict limitation on BTU output and requirements imposed on the media they can use over the burner. Because they do not require vent pipe, they are extremely versatile in how they may be installed, however they also have state by state limitations. In states where they are allowed, they can be a fantastic supplemental heat source for limited durations. For additional information and considerations to look into before working with an installer, we recommend reviewing our purchasing missteps article. For the handy homeowners that have already made a selection, our fireplace installation article is a useful guide to get you to the finish line.

As long as the doors do not use gaskets to seal them, yes. I highly recommend leaving the doors open for at least the first 15 minutes of operation to ensure that the glass is warmed slowly. This will prevent the possibility of glass breakage, due to thermal shock.

While it depends on the brand, almost every direct vent gas fireplace requires that you first remove the upper louver assembly, then flip down the lower louvers. There should be 2 or 3 spring loaded clamps that will be visible along the bottom of the glass door frame. They can be pulled forward and dropped down out of the way, allowing you to tilt the glass forward at the base and then lifted up and out of the way. Some older units did not use spring loaded clasps, instead requiring you to loosen bolts that run along the base of the frame.

The only product we will be able to offer will be one of our woodburning stoves.

Yes, all of our millivolt gas fireplaces do not require electricity for operation. For more information, please see our Gas Fireplace and Stove Buying Guide.

Generally, when an item is listed as a "firebox," it will not include a gas burner or a log set, whereas a "fireplace" will include the firebox, the burner and the log set. Every unit on our website should clarify what is included.

A standard brass cleaner should work perfectly well for this application.