Monthly Archives: June 2023

So how do you go about finding the gas fireplace that’s just right for your situation. Your WE LOVE FIRE® expert is the one to speak with, but until then, here are a few pointers to consider for locating a gas fireplace in your home. Decks, patios, outdoor living spaces: Many manufacturers have developed gas fireplaces for outdoor use.…

Where would a gas fireplace work in your home? Where would you like a little extra heat? How about the: Kitchen Hallway Bathroom Living room Home office Family room Dining room Entry way or foyer Downstairs rec room Master or guest bedroom Deck, patio or outdoor living room On wall adjacent to an open stairway…

Expect to enjoy your gas fireplace for many years. This is especially true for the quality products sold by the WE LOVE FIRE® dealer network. A case for physically replacing a gas fireplace with a new model could be made if yours is say, 15 – 20 years old or more. Many of the components on a…

A direct vented gas fireplace must be operated with the glass in place. This glass has a gasketed seal that prevents any air from the room from entering the firebox. There are optional “doors” for gas fireplaces but are strictly aesthetics. These doors are mounted on the outside of the glass. When they’re “open” so…

Obviously different fuels, but the efficiency of burning wood vs gas is about a wash. Any new, wood burning heating equipment is going to comply with the 2020 EPA requirements. The quality and moisture content of the fuel and your burning habits can affect the combustion efficiency of burning wood. Most of this equipment today…

The best place to buy a gas fireplace is at your WE LOVE FIRE® dealership! These independently owned hearth specialty shops are part of a group of more than 300 stores. These entrepreneurs work cooperatively with each other to secure the most impressive product lines at great pricing, provide service for everything that’s sold and have a…

Yes, these are two separate products for two distinct applications. These terms are NOT synonymous! A gas fireplace insert is to be slid into an existing wood burning fireplace. A gas fireplace is designed to be built into a framed wall. This is done during construction or a remodeling project. An insulated shell around the gas firebox…

The amount of gas you’re burning in your gas fireplace is easily adjusted manually or with a remote control. Whether it’s natural or LP gas, fireplaces have adjustable gas valves that are usually in the range of 15,000 to 40,000 BTUs per hour. The more gas you’re using, the higher and livelier the flames will…

There are many variables that make a huge difference when estimating the cost of a gas fireplace project. Some people have the ability to help keep costs down by doing some of the work themselves. Others feel much more comfortable knowing that a professional has the experience and expertise to complete the entire installation. Most…

The best of something is tough to define. Who’s the best golfer? Where’s the best fishing spot? Who’s the best hockey player? What’s the best movie of all time? You get my point. There are so many personal likes and dislikes as well as different styles and distinguishing characteristics of any product. Gas fireplaces are…

Most people spend the majority of their time in only two or three rooms in their home. Here’s a question to ponder? Why run your furnace, that uses 80,000 to 100,000 BTUs of gas, when a gas fireplace will comfortably heat the area you’re normally in, using only 1/4 or 1/3 of the amount of…