Propane Gas Fireplaces

While you would need about 23,800 BTU to adequately heat the space and none of the gas hearth systems we offer should be used as a substitute for your home's central heating, the Napoleon WHVF31 Plasmafire Wall-Mounted Vent-Free Gas Fireplace would come very close to the BTU rating needed at 20,000 BTU/hr.

That depends on whether the unit is a Direct Vent, a B Vent or Vent free.

While this information is not normally specified in the product literature for most gas fireplaces, the mantel clearances that are provided should be used as a reference.

That is a special order part that we are able to order for you. The THERMOCOUPLE 24 W/INTERRUPTER for your unit is available for $22.88. The part number is 54912 and you can place a order for it by giving us a call at 1-800-203-1642

We will be happy to make a suggestion. What is the square footage of your basement?

We will be happy to send you a few options. Are you looking for vented or vent free?

This will depend on the square footage and air exchange rate in your home. Modern homes are tightly wrapped and well insulated, which can increase the amount of moisture that will be trapped inside the home. This is why it is important to choose a ventless system which is appropriately sized for the cubic footage of the space. To answer your question, a 30,000 Btu/hour ventless gas hearth system will produce about 1/3 gallon of water per hour. This equates to roughly seven gallons per day, if operated constantly.

With proper installation, propane is no different than natural gas with regards to safety when operating a hearth appliance. Propane gas is heavier than natural gas, so match lit systems without a safety pilot would not be available with liquid propane as they are with natural gas. With all propane systems, pilot flame loss will result in gas flow being shut off through the valve. The safety concerns would be the same with either fuel type, but are eliminated with proper installation and maintenance.

For an in depth read of the pro's and con's to the differences in the types of fireplaces available, please read our Gas Fireplace and Stove Buying Guide.

The item that most closely matches this description will be the Napoleon GDS50 Havelock Direct Vent-B Vent Gas Stove - GDS50-1NSB and this produces 40,000 BTU when used with liquid propane.

Unfortunately, no. The baseboard heater will need to be removed before the unit can be put into position, as proper clearances could not be maintained between the appliances with the heater in place.

A direct vent gas fireplace would be the best option to add both warmth and ambiance to the room. You would have the ability to vent the unit horizontally through an outside wall or a vertical vent stack can also be utilized. A popular unit that we offer is the Empire Tahoe Premium Direct Vent Natural Gas Fireplace with Standing Pilot - 36". The Tahoe is a very solid unit that offers excellent flame and log appearance. It is available in various versions that also offer electronic ignition, integral remote systems, and circulating fans. The unit on its own could effectively heat 75% of your room area.

Unfortunately, we do not offer a vent free unit that is quite this shallow. I apologize that I do not have anything shallower.