How Do You Operate A Ventless Gas Fireplace Safely?
A ventless gas fireplace is a cost-effective and low maintenance room heating option. Many people choose the ventless style because it provides the look of a wood burning fireplace but without the hassle of collecting logs, starting a fire or cleaning up ash debris. It is also the only gas fireplace that does not require exterior ducts or a chimney. Despite these benefits, the use of ventless fireplaces is controversial and even outlawed in some states and countries such as California, Massachusetts and Canada because of potential health concerns. Get the right Size Fireplace The first consideration in purchasing a gas ventless fireplace is its intended use. The right size ventless fireplace is the most crucial part of the safety process. The BTU measurement will describe the minimum square footage a room needs to be to use the fireplace. You can get the square feet of a room by measuring the width and length and multiplying them together. Getting too large of a ventless fireplace can