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Napoleon WHVF31 Plasmafire Wall-Mounted Vent-Free Gas Fireplace
- Convenient vent-free design
- Installation is almost as easy as hanging a picture
- Efficient burner with modern topaz CRYSTALINE ember bed
- Heat-resisitant ceramic glass
- Exclusive slate brick panel
- Fuel-saving electronic ignition
- Includes catalytic filtering tiles
- Two attractive styles of surround
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Product Details
Part Numbers: WHVF31N, WHVF31P eFireplaceStore Item Number: NPL-WHVF31N UPCs: 629169033904, 629169033898 Features
*Also Note: All surrounds include a safety barrier. There are all sorts of reasons homeowners choose the Napoleon WHVF31 Plasmafire Wall-Mounted Vent-Free Gas Fireplace for their homes, and all of them are good. Here are some of the more popular reasons they cite for making this such a popular appliance. The convenient vent-free design makes placement unbelievably easy, and the unit is as simple to install on almost any wall as hanging a picture. Once in place, the efficient burner, modern topaz CRYSTALINE ember bed, and exclusive slate brick panel provide a look that is second-to-none. You can also count on the heat-resistant ceramic glass, the fuel-saving electronic ignition, and the limited lifetime warranty to provide long-term peace of mind. This unit also features an attractive surround for added style and a built-in oxygen depletion sensor for safety. It's perfect for almost any wall in almost any home, making the Plasmafire a stylish and sensible home heating option. Fireplace Maintenance Guide The 5 Biggest Mistakes Made When Purchasing a Fireplace 5 Common Mistakes Contractors Make Gas Fireplace and Stove Buying Guide How to Choose the Right Venting for Your Fireplace How To Find Your Serial Number Information How to Install a Fireplace: The Ultimate DIY Guide The Most Eco-Friendly Fireplaces on the Market How to Save Money on Your Heating Bill This Winter What to Do in a Power Outage and How Your Fireplace Can Help |
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Customer Questions & Answers
42 Questions &
43 Answers
Heather G
from Pasadena, MD asked:
September 13, 2018
Does this glass cover the FP opening? If so, how does the heat reach the room?Does the optional screen get used in place of the glass? Is there a fan blower Variable speed?
1 Answer
Yes, the glass front does cover the opening. This is a wall-mount fireplace, so the air needed for combustion gets in to the firebox from the sides and underneath. However, there is no screen available for this fireplace at this time. Moreover, there is no blower included nor is one available for it.
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on September 13, 2018
Liz D
from NJ asked:
August 27, 2018
Does this unit give off odors that are undesirable? Like the smell of curing paint?
1 Answer
All new hearth systems will produce this odor during the initial burn-off phase and some ventless liquid propane systems will always produce an odor because of odorants purposefully added to the fuel supply for leak detection, however, these Napoleon ventless systems use catalytic tiles to filter out unwanted odors commonly found with most all ventless systems.
Will M. - NFI Certified Master Hearth Professional
on August 27, 2018
Margaret
from Avon, NC asked:
December 31, 2017
Does this unit come with a blower?
1 Answer
This unit does not come with a blower and no blower is offered.
Will M.
on January 2, 2018
Bob K
from Seattle, WA asked:
December 6, 2017
Can this be modified to be venting?
1 Answer
This can not be modified to be a vented unit.
Brennan W.
on December 7, 2017
Paul
from NYC asked:
October 23, 2017
How many BTUs does this unit produce?
1 Answer
Since this is a vent-free gas fireplace, it will have about the same 20,000 BTU output as it does input. Vent-free units are 99.9% efficient.
Tyler M.
on October 23, 2017
Missy
from Dillon, SC asked:
September 11, 2017
Does this require electricity? Can I put my television above it? Can I build a mantel around it?
1 Answer
This unit does require electricity, but it has a battery backup in the event of power outages. It is not recommended that a television be mounted above it without proper clearance and a mantel to deflect heat between the two items.
Brennan W.
on September 12, 2017
Scott
from Lake Charles, LA asked:
February 27, 2017
Can this unit be installed outdoors (out of direct weather, on a covered patio)? Thank you.
1 Answer
This fireplace is not tested and listed for the application you describe. The fireplaces that are safe for outdoor use are located here.
Please note that any indoor fireplace installed on a patio that is not completely sealed from the outdoors with fully closed or "openable" windows will eventually rust.
Will M.
on February 28, 2017
Rick
from NH asked:
February 21, 2017
How long can you run the unit for to heat a room? Can it be used as a primary heating source?
1 Answer
Like all ventless hearth systems, you should not use this as a primary heat source and it should only be left on for 2-3 hours at the most.
Will M.
on February 21, 2017
Brynne Cummings
from Putnam, CT asked:
January 13, 2017
Can this be used without electricity?
2 Answers
This does indeed need electricity for ignition.
Brennan W.
on January 13, 2017
While this should be supplied with voltage for spark ignition, this model will feature a battery backup to provide spark ignition in the event of a power outage.
Will M.
on January 13, 2017
Stan Nagle
from New Smyrna Beach, FL asked:
December 9, 2016
Can this item be mounted into the recessed area on my wall? We have a "fake" chimney, and can recess it so it would be flush with the TV.
1 Answer
This unit can not be recessed into the wall.
Brennan W.
on December 9, 2016
Keith
from Indianapolis, IN asked:
September 17, 2016
How much of the rectangle unit sticks outside the wall? It looks like the total depth is between 7 and 8 inches overall, how much sticks out?
1 Answer
This wall mounted unit will project 7 3/8 inches from the surface when using the standard rectangular front.
eFireplaceStore
on September 19, 2016
Dave
from CA asked:
July 14, 2016
I want to place this on a exterior wall.The wall is only about 4 feet high and has a large window from that point up to the ceiling. Would there be any issues with it being placed on the wall?
1 Answer
This would not be an issue as long as the clearance to combustibles are maintained during the installation.
Chris C.
on July 14, 2016
Sue
from NC asked:
May 5, 2016
What is the BTU output?
1 Answer
With a Btu input of 20,000 and an efficiency of 99.9%, the output will be 19,980 Btus.
Will M.
on May 5, 2016
Joel
from Golden, CO asked:
March 17, 2016
What is Plasma fire and can you send me photos of the actual colors of the surround?
1 Answer
Plazmafire refers to the included catalytic tiles that filter out any un-burned combustion byproducts. With ventless gas hearth systems, they are all designed to be clean burning to eliminate the need for a chimney, but the catalytic tiles further filter out the minimal byproducts that may remain. This is exclusive to Napoleon. The additional colors are shown on page 6 of this brochure.
Will M.
on March 17, 2016
Joel
from Golden, CO asked:
March 17, 2016
Can this fireplace be recessed into a wall slightly so it will not stick out as far?
1 Answer
Unfortunately, you cannot block the circulating vents at the top of the firebox, eliminating the possibility of a recessed installation. You may recess the fireplace in the form of an alcove installation, but this requires just over 5' of vertical space to account for the required clearances of 20" at the top and 13" at the bottom of the firebox.
Will M.
on March 17, 2016
Larry
from Boston, MA asked:
December 20, 2015
Hello does this Napoleon WHVF31 Plasmafire wall-mounted vent-free gas fireplace have a thermostatic control? How often do the catalytic panels need replacement (i.e. run hours or how do you know when to replace)?
1 Answer
This unit comes with a manual on/off switch only, but the Napoleon F60 Hand-Held Thermostatic Remote Control with Digital Screen can be added to it. We likely will be having an upcoming coupon available for this model, though I am not certain of the date yet. The catalytic tiles are designed to last the life of the fireplace, as the very low emissions from the burner of this unit means the catalyst is used extremely slowly.
eFireplaceStore
on December 21, 2015
Roldan
from Staten Island, NY asked:
November 20, 2015
Does the rectangular surround of this Napoleon WHVF31 Plasmafire wall-mounted vent-free gas fireplace get hot?
1 Answer
The rectangular surround will indeed become hot to the touch directly above the opening. The remainder of the surround will be warm, but not hot enough to cause a burn.
eFireplaceStore
on November 23, 2015
Dan
from Indiana, PA asked:
November 1, 2015
Do you have to cut a whole in the wall to mount this Napoleon WHVF31 Plasmafire wall-mounted vent-free gas fireplace?
1 Answer
This unit is wall mounted and does not need to be framed into the wall.
Brennan W.
on November 2, 2015
Randall
from Aberdeen, WA asked:
April 14, 2015
How many square feet will this heat? As far as installation goes, do I basically just wall mount this unit?
1 Answer
This unit can heat up 570 square feet. This would indeed mount directly to the wall. Aside from having a licensed plumber install the gas line, the installation is in fact quite simple.
Brennan W.
on April 14, 2015
Michael
from NJ asked:
April 11, 2015
In the wall directly behind where I intend to hang this Napoleon vent-free fireplace, there is electrical wiring. Is this a problem?
1 Answer
Aside from making sure you do not damage the wiring when installing the mounting plate, there should be no issues with this, as the unit has 0" of clearance to combustibles at the rear.
Brennan W.
on April 13, 2015
Zuberul
from London, England asked:
January 19, 2015
Do I need a chimney for this fireplace and how many square feet can it heat?
1 Answer
This is a vent free gas appliance that does not require a chimney system. The 20,000 BTU output is enough to heat 571 square feet on average.
eFireplaceStore
on January 20, 2015
Greg
from New London, CT asked:
September 21, 2014
Can this unit run off a 25 pound propane tank?
1 Answer
The unit could theoretically be plumbed to a small cylinder such as that but you would very likely encounter burner performance issues.
Kevin E.
on September 22, 2014
Terry
from NJ asked:
September 20, 2014
Does this gas fireplace require electricity for any function? Will it heat without electricity?
1 Answer
This unit features an IPI pilot assembly. This type of electronic pilot saves gas as the pilot light is only lit on startup of the appliance, instead of burning at all times. However, to power the electronic ignition, 110 volts is required. This unit must indeed be plugged in to house voltage to operate. It does, though, feature a battery backup which will allow it to operate in case of a power outage.
Kevin E.
on September 21, 2014
Louis
from TX asked:
April 23, 2014
Does this have a glass front?
1 Answer
Per the manufacturer, the front opening is sealed with a pane of ceramic glass. Air and heat exchange occurs through registers at the sides and top of the unit.
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on April 23, 2014
Bruce
from Uniontown, PA asked:
March 31, 2014
Can you use a remote control with this fireplace?
1 Answer
Yes, the optional remote controls for this fireplace can be found in the "Accessories" tab on this item page.
Tyler M. - NFI Certified Specialist
on March 31, 2014
Ana
from Guatemala, Guatemala asked:
March 5, 2014
Does it include a propane tank?
1 Answer
This unit does not include a propane tank. Actually, none of our fireplaces include a tank. All of our propane fireplaces are designed to be plumbed into a larger, more constant fuel supply - like an in-ground 20 gallon tank.
Kevin E. - NFI Certified Specialist
on March 5, 2014
Kevin
from Austin, TX asked:
October 26, 2013
Can it be mounted as an ''in wall unit''? How much light does the unit gives off?
1 Answer
This unit is only able to be mounted upon the wall, as it has a heat exchanger that is part of the chassis along the top of the unit. Because of the glass front, the exchanger is necessary and cannot be covered.
This unit has a relatively low, linear flame. As such, it will cast a dim orange glow across the room, but not enough to see by. It is a dim enough light that you could doze off too without being distracting. Page 5 of the downloadable product manual gives a detailed drawing of the units dimensions, with either the standard rectangular or convex surrounds.
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 28, 2013
John
from Bethlehem, PA asked:
October 7, 2013
Does the Napoleon WHVF31n have a blower option available?
1 Answer
The WHVF31 does not have the ability to use a blower, as is the case with all of the smaller Napoleon linear units.
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 8, 2013
Karen
from Westcliffe, CO asked:
September 25, 2013
Does this fireplace work at 8600 ft?
1 Answer
While this unit does have better operation characteristics than most at high altitude, it will only operate reliably up to 6,000 feet. Beyond there, the ODS sensor will indeed begin to act up.
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on September 25, 2013
Robert
from Seymour, CT asked:
September 24, 2013
What is the turn down ratio of this product?
1 Answer
Per the manufacturer, this item features a 50% turn down.
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on September 24, 2013
Jenny
from CT asked:
August 14, 2013
What is the difference between the pewter and stainless steel?
1 Answer
The pewter surround features a matte, smooth finish and uses a muted finish that is characteristic of pewter. The surround is also flat and does not project into the room.
The stainless surround uses a high luster, brushed stainless steel finish. Also, this surround is convex and projects into the room, following a gentle radius.
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on August 14, 2013
Shelly
from Athens, OH asked:
July 14, 2013
What is the finish? Shiny or matte?
1 Answer
The finish on this fireplace will be satin, with only a slight amount of shine. All colors, aside from the brushed steel face, will have this same satin finish.
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on July 15, 2013
Sue
from Ocala, FL asked:
July 6, 2013
Can I buy this without the surround?
1 Answer
No, since this is a wall-mounted fireplace, you must choose one of the surround options in the drop-down menu below the pricing information on this page. This is required by the manufacturer for installation for safety reasons.
Tyler M. - NFI Certified Specialist
on July 8, 2013
Sue
from Ocala, FL asked:
July 6, 2013
What is the "Crystalline Ember Bed"?
1 Answer
This refers to the glass that comes included with this fireplace.
Tyler M. - NFI Certified Specialist
on July 8, 2013
Sebastian
from Chicago, IL asked:
March 6, 2013
Is it safe to hang a flat screen television over this fireplace?
1 Answer
Per the manufacturer, it is not recommended to put any electronic device over this unit. Since it is a vent-free fireplace, most of the heat comes out straight up from the opening. Most television manufacturers will void the warranty if it is installed above a heat source as well.
Tyler M. - NFI Certified Specialist
on March 6, 2013
Bent
from San Francisco, CA asked:
January 31, 2013
What surround comes with this?
1 Answer
No surround is included with this unit.
Tyler M. - Fireplace Specialist
on January 31, 2013
Jan
from Michigan asked:
September 29, 2012
Is this radiant heat from the glass or does heat rise from the top of the fireplace?
Is there an optional heat blower for this unit?
1 Answer
While this unit does radiate some heat through its ceramic viewing window, a great deal of heat escapes via heat sinks that are manufactured into the sides and top of the unit. The heat escapes via natural convection only, as no blower option is available.
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 1, 2012
Jan
from Okemos, MI asked:
September 23, 2012
Can this fireplace heat a room measuring 20x20 feet?
1 Answer
Yes. With a BTU rating of 20,000, this appliance can provide sufficient heat for approximately 570 square feet.
Tyler M. - Fireplace Specialist
on September 24, 2012
DAS
from DASanders@leoadaly.com asked:
April 23, 2012
Can this fireplace be used in a covered exterior screened porch?
1 Answer
It is not recommended to install this unit outdoors, even within an enclosed porch. The moisture from the air will eventually rust and corrode the unit.
Tyler M. - Fireplace Specialist
on April 23, 2012
Andres E
from Colombia asked:
March 8, 2012
What is the shipping weight?
1 Answer
Each of these units would be shipped in 2 pieces (fireplace and surround), with a total weight of approximately 162 lbs.
Tyler M. - Fireplace Specialist
on March 9, 2012
Mike V
from Rochester, NY asked:
January 3, 2012
How much area would this heat?
1 Answer
With a BTU rating of 20,000, this appliance can comfortably heat approximately 570 square feet.
Kevin E. - Fireplace Specialist
on January 4, 2012
Greg
from Little Rock, AR asked:
December 8, 2011
Is electricity required to run the fireplace? Or just a gas hook-up?
1 Answer
This unit does indeed require the use of a 110V electrical outlet, in conjunction with the provided transformer for operation.
The unit is provided with a battery backup that will allow the unit to operate in the event of a power outage, but the backup is not meant to be utilized on it's own, as the batteries drain quickly and would need to be replaced often.
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on December 9, 2011
Customer Reviews
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By Michael from
Casper, WY on March 7, 2017
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Looks Good
Fireplace arrived quickly and looks very nice. Thanks.
By Mary from
United States on May 6, 2015
I would recommend this item to a friend.
GREAT Customer Service!
We love this fireplace and couldn't be happier with how easy it was to order this and on how they kept in contact with us throughout the process. eFireplaceStore was great to work with!
By Dale from
West on November 17, 2014
I would recommend this item to a friend.
An Excellent Product!
This item was easy to install and works great!
By Daniel Beasley from
Massachussetts on February 23, 2010
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Safe for My Kids
I am happy with this heater. Unlike many heaters, it is safe for my children to be around.
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