Vent Free Gas Logs--Questions???
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Comments (10)I heated a small cottage with a vent free space heater for several years and I will have to say that they are about as close to 100% efficient as you can get! BUT, you will have to tolerate the odor of burning unvented gas and the incredible amount of moisture the thing puts in the air. It's like living in a sauna. Moisture is just a natural by-product of burning any fuel. At the time I used this heater, we had single glazed picture windows and when we came back to the cottage after several weeks, the glass was thick with ice and when the weather got warmer I had to constantly mop the water from the window sills and floor. It also puts out a certain amount of carbon monoxide. The instructions even state to keep a window partially open which is obviously counter-productive. I never did have the sooting problem as mentioned in elaine_maine's post but I will never use this form of heat ever again!! It's just not healthy! I bought a direct vent free standing gas stove for the kitchen about 10 years ago. It's one of those cute ones with the enamel finish and granite accents and has that old timey look. It sucks combustion air in from the outside through the outer wall of the pipe and vents the exhaust out the center. Not only is the little guy 80% efficient, (which isn't too bad), but it throws heat like crazy, has no odor or moisture issues and is completely silent except for the occasional "boink" as the cast iron exchanger heats up or cools off. It works with a piezo-electric igniter and a standing pilot which means it'll work just fine during a power failure. I forgot to mention that it's also great to look at with its neat little log set. It also has a variable flame height which is a nice feature. I obviously recommend it highly. The one I have is made by Hearthside. The biggest problem is that they ain't cheap! Even the pipe is expensive as sin, but in the long run I do believe it pays for itself in efficiency, cleanliness and most importantly, you and your family's health!...See Morevent free gas fireplaces which one is best
Comments (0)Trying to pick out a vent free gas fireplace for a a building which is near a pool. Since its open on one side I am not worried about the carbon monoxide issue. I have looked at Napoleon, Empire, Vanguard, and Monessen. Are these the best manufacturers to look at for vent free. I want a good quality unit with nice logs and flame. Any comments would be appreciated. Thanks...See MoreConverting Vent Free from Natural Gas to Propane?
Comments (1)It's possible but it depends on the control used, some can be some cannot. Find the model and serial numbers on the data plate and then call the manufacturer or a fireplace dealer that sells your brand and find out....See Morewood, vented, vent free gas fireplace
Comments (2)Thanks, but it has a pre-fab chimney and I'd like to keep the damper closed and use vent free logs. Is this possible?...See More- 18 years ago
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