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How do I know what kind of gas logs I need?
Determine the size of your gas logs
- Measure the front width of you fireplace.
- Measure the width at the back of your fireplace.
- Measure the depth from the front to the back of your fireplace.
- Measure the height from the top to bottom of the front your fireplace.
What are the best gas logs to buy?
Best Vented Gas Log Sets
- BBQGuys Grand Mountain Gas Log Set.
- Real Fyre Mountain Crest Oak Gas Log Set with G31 Burner.
- Peterson Real Fyre Charred Oak Gas Log Set.
- Peterson Real Fyre Live Oak Gas Log Set.
- Peterson Real Fyre Charred American Oak.
What is the difference in gas logs?
Vented and Ventless Gas Logs are a little different. Vented gas logs burn like a real wood fire with a yellow flame that produces smoke. Ventless (vent-free) gas logs burn cleanly with a lower flame that does not smoke. …
How long do gas logs last?
Q: How long do gas logs last? A: In the average home, a well-maintained vented log set with ceramic logs will last 10 or more years. A well-maintained vent-free log set with ceramic logs can also last a long time, but, if heavily used, will begin to wear in 3-5 years.
Do gas logs use a lot of gas?
Ventless gas logs will pretty much produce the same amount of heat in BTUs as the amount of gas that is consumed because they are burned with the damper closed and 99.9% of the heat comes into your room. So a gas log set that has a 40000 BTU burner consumes 40000 BTUs of gas per hour.
What kind of gas logs do I need for my fireplace?
If your fireplace does not have a chimney or you would like to burn your fire with the damper closed, then you will need a ventless gas log set that gives off a cleaner exhaust. If the fireplace is a double-sided, corner, or peninsula (three-sided) fireplace, it will need a s ee- thru gas log set that will be attractive from all sides.
How to choose the right gas log system?
But here are the key issues to consider and understand when selecting your gas fire place set up. Gas Log Sets are usually divided into two categories, Vented and Vent Free. Each venting option has its advantages. If you are choosing gas fire products for an existing fireplace, check to see which venting system is currently in place.
Do you need vented or ventless gas logs?
If you have a ‘vented’ fireplace with a chimney flue and damper, then you will need a vented gas log set. If your fireplace does not have a chimney or you would like to burn your fire with the damper closed, then you will need a ventless gas log set that gives off a cleaner exhaust.
Which is better propane or natural gas logs?
Advantages: Usually has a lower purchase price than propane gas logs Lighter than air, dissipates into atmosphere after combustion If your home already has appliances like a natural gas water heater or oven, natural gas logs will probably be an easy choice as your home is already set up for natural gas use