Clarabelled - I don't know why you said you can only find 2 ranges that can be converted to LP. I did a search on the ajmadison website, and sorted for 30" range, slide-in, and then checked the box for "LP conversion". I came up with 15 all-gas ranges, all but 2 of which were in the $2000 price or lower. And there are 10 dual fuel choices, with 3 in your budget. I don't recommend a dual fuel. You get much more bang for the buck with an all-gas range, and you have a $2000 budget. Plus the idea that electric ovens are superior to gas is an old holdover from pre-1990's technology. That idea has been debunked with current all-gas ovens, with their electronic ignitors and better insulation. Also, I agree with previous poster's opinion on OTRs. Ditch the OTR. Here is a link that might be useful: 30-inch slide-in ranges LP-convertible on ajmadison website This post was edited by shannonplus2 on Sat, Sep 28, 13 at 17:07

There are important ssafety hazards with vent free. And they are a violation in some building codes, especially if in a sleeping room. They can dangerously deplete the oxygen level in the room and can also produce combustion pollutants. The best most energy efficient system uses Direct Vent technology, but they are costly to buy and sometimes complicated to install. We have one and love it. An alternative gas log system that is vented and produces the most realistic flames that I have seen is made by Eiklor (?? the spelling). They will probably heat a room more than most vented gas log systems, but still send most of the heat up the chimney. Check their website. If you can manage it, get direct vent. Stay away from vent free.

My mistake mountainstoveguy on the natural gas fireplace description. It is a wood burning fireplace that has been plumbed for natural gas. During construction, our contractor ran a natural gas line and stubbed it off inside the fire box. Glad to hear that the price was in line. Hadn't bought any gas log sets for about 15 years and thought I was being quoted an unreasonable price. Appreciate your reply.

Assuming your fireplace draws properly, smoke shouldn't be a problem for the existing wood fireplace - though I can appreciate your concern with the new TV, etc. If you're getting smoke in the room; the fireplace isn't functioning properly: learn about draft at http://www.highschimney.com/articles/chimney-airflow-problems/ As for gas logs, you can use vented logs all day vs a limited burn time for ventless logs. The fire will likely be adjusted to have a yellow flame (vs a blue one like your kitchen stove might) so as to look more like a wood fire. That necessarily means that you will have somewhat incomplete combustion. You'll want CO detectors around because if the exhaust isn't going up the chimney as it should be, you won't get any warning (ie no smoke to choke on). You have to put something in place to insure the fireplace damper can never close 100%- a clipboard clip on the damper plate is often used. Your fireplace has to still work for wood, so don't let anyone suggest you have a smaller liner. This is not something you install yourself; a plumber will run the gas line. I'd suggest getting your log set in a hearth store, where they'll cost more no doubt, but you'll also get knowledgeable people and access to professional installation. And you are right: you do lose heat with an open fireplace. I love the official expression for it: "negative heat gain." Here is a link that might be useful: Types of gas firepaces