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What is the difference in vented and un-vented gas logs?

April 26, 2017difference Gas logs un-vented vented

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What is the difference in vented and un-vented gas logs?

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Vented gas logs are designed to be used in a vented, woodburning fireplace, whether metal pre-fabricated or full masonry, with the damper in the full open position. When using vented gas logs, 100% of the exhaust from the fire is directed up the flue system and out of the house. Un-vented gas logs are designed to be used in a full masonry fireplace with the damper partially open or fully shut, or in a rated un-vented pre-fabricated fireplace. Un-vented gas logs are built to burn clean because, in most cases, 100% of the exhaust from the fire goes into the living area of your home. All un-vented gas logs come equipped with an oxygen depletion sensor for safety. Please note, due to city code, un-vented gas logs are not permitted to be installed in the City of Houston.