What is a Vent Free fireplace?
A Vent Free fireplace does not use a chimney or flue pipe. These fireplaces burn extremely clean so the byproducts of combustion can be vented back into the room. This eliminates the need for a chimney resulting in lower installation costs. Because they do not send hot flue gases up the chimney, these fireplaces are extremely heat-efficient. All models feature an Oxygen Depletion Sensor for maximum safety.
In the past, fireplaces were always made with a chimney that provided an escape for the carbon monoxide and other toxins that are produced when burning wood or gas. These types of fireplaces are called vented fireplaces. Though vented fireplaces are still very popular, a new option is available. This option is called a vent free fireplace. A vent free fireplace uses special natural gas or propane logs or other materials that do not produce large amounts of soot or carbon monoxide, so they can be safely used without a vent needed to allow toxic gases to escape. Vent free fireplaces are designed to burn a very clean, very hot flame that results in fewer chemicals released into the air that will be breathed in by anyone near the fireplace. This is a safe and economical alternative for people who do not already have a fireplace and chimney built into the home. Not only is a vent free fireplace an economical purchase for those without a chimney, it is an efficient method of heating even for
Vent Free Manually Controlled: Remote Ready: Remote Ready Vent Free Fireplaces allow you to turn your fireplace on from the convenience of a wall switch, thermostat or hand held remote control. The Flame height adjustment still must be done from the valve on the fireplace, not from the remote device. In the event of a power outage you can still operate your remote ready fireplace. Variable Flame Height: Variable Flame Height Vent Free Fireplaces are the most versatile units available. With the remote control you can turn your fireplace on/off and vary the flame height up and down from the comfort of your favorite chair. With most models you also have the ability to control the speed of your blower assembly as well. Like a Remote Ready unit you can use this unit during a power outage.
