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Gas Logs Buyers Guide

Gas Logs Buyers Guide

BY Collin Champagne Sep 12, 2025

There are several things you need to consider when you are buying a set of gas fireplace logs for a new or existing fireplace. First, think about the fuel source. You can buy gas logs that burn either natural gas or liquid propane. Also, note that gas logs are referred to by many names: fake fireplace logs, fire logs, fireplace logs, and our favorite, gas logs for fireplace, which is grammatically incorrect, but you get the point.

Gas Logs Buyer's Guide

There are several ways to find what you are looking for online, so if you continue in your journey of conducting more online research, be aware. If you already have appliances that use natural gas, then going with natural gas might be the easiest and most logical choice.

Liquid propane can be used anywhere but usually requires you to install a tank outside your house (not exactly eye candy for your home). Second, determine whether you want to go with vented or ventless fireplace gas logs. This decision takes into account the main purpose of your artificial fireplace: is it mainly for ambiance or for heat?

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Collin Champagne

With over 13 years in the industry, Collin is a National Fireplace Institute (NFI) certified technician and managed content for the eFireplacestore and eCanopy brands. He has achieved the highest NFI certification possible as a Master Hearth Professional and is certified in all three hearth appliance fields: wood, gas, and pellet. With experience with sales and in-field installations, his expertise shines through his technical knowledge and way with words.

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Customer Q&A with Product Specialists

Truman R. from Fayetteville, NC asked:
Do I need to purchase a blower for a ventless gas log?
Do I need to purchase a blower for a ventless gas log?
You cannot add a blower to a set of ventless gas logs. Typically a blower would mount in a ventless insert of if the firebox you are installing logs inside of can have a blower installed.
Answered by: Cody S. on Dec 08, 2023

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Gazell P. from Henagar Al 35979 asked:
Can I put unvented gas logs in a free-standing wood-burning cast iron stove?
Can I put unvented gas logs in a free-standing wood-burning cast iron stove?
Gas logs vented or non-vented are not designed to be installed in a wood stove.
Answered by: Aaron D.

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