Many times a fireplace has a dual purpose. One purpose is the atmosphere that a fire gently burning in the fireplace creates but another purpose is to provide warmth on cold days. There are many options available for both purposes. Vented gas fireplaces are one of the best choices available. Not only do they create the ambiance for a welcoming home, they also can be a great heat source for the home. Indeed, they can be the only heat source.
For instance the 36" Tahoe- SKU: DVX-36-FP93CL-LF-N,- Catalog Number: 47396 Luxury Living Flame fireplace manufactured by Empire has many wonderful features. They include a direct vent system for natural gas and a heat circulating design with a thermostatically controlled blower. It comes with a remote to adjust the height of the flame, a thirteen piece log set and accent lamps that are dimmer controlled. The rated efficiency for this unit is 86 per cent. The minimum BTU input is 15,000. The maximum BTU input is 33,000 and the maximum BTU output is 28,380 for this vented gas fireplace. The unit dimensions are 39”w x 34 ¾”h x 19 7/8d.
Fireplaces Now has a 36" Remote Ready Peninsula Direct Vent Zero Clearance Fireplace with Black Door by Napoleon-SKU: BGD40N3, catalog number 38095. It works with natural gas. Zero clearance means it will fit in a small space. This vented gas fireplace does not require electricity to either light or operate. This a great advantage if you have ever experience a power failure. Built as a multi sided unit, the fireplace can be viewed from many locations around the room. The measurements for the heat resistant glass are as follows: face: 19 3/8" x 31 5/8" end: 19 3/8" x 17 1/8”. The Phazeramic Burner system comes with light weight, ceramic fiber logs for a natural look and also has the Yellow Dancing Flame burner system that brings your fire to life. It is rated up to 30,000 BTU. The easy to use controls are discreetly hidden and allow for maximum efficiency.