Outset Gas Fires As the name suggests, these protrude out of the wall and sit on the hearth. They either have radiant bars or some come with a living flame effect. They tend to give off a lot of heat as the body of the fire heats up and by doing so they convect heat around the room very effectively.

Are open gas fires safe?

Is it safe to leave a gas fire burning at night? We'd never recommend leaving any fire burning overnight, regardless of what type it is. The main problem with leaving a gas fire on at night is the threat of carbon monoxide poisoning, so it's best just to switch off to be safe.

Do all gas fireplaces have glass fronts?

Not if your fireplace was shipped with a glass panel on the front. Direct vent fireplaces are sealed combustion systems and need the glass on to function properly. ... The other type of gas fireplaces we sell, called B-vent fireplaces, come with fixed, not sealed, glass fronts.

What are the different types of gas fires?

Gas fires are produced in two main types, conventional flue and balanced flue gas fires. Conventional flue gas fires (or open combustion gas fires) must always be connected to a chimney in order to function safely and correctly.

Can you have an open flame gas fireplace?

Open gas fireplaces offer a sleek design, seamless view, and provide nearly endless hearth options. Transform any space into a sophisticated and modern gathering area. Several of our fireplace models, like the Signature series, can be made with an open view.

Differences and Benefits of Open & Glass Fronted Gas Fires

What is an open hearth fireplace?

Open hearth fireplace - Open hearth fireplaces are typically built on site by a mason. The firebox is lined with real firebrick. ... The average open hearth uses very little outside air combustion and appx 300 cubic feet of air per minute is pulled from your home and goes up the chimney flue.

Do I need to open flue for gas fireplace?

"Fully Vented" gas logs must be burned in a fireplace that is capable of burning real wood and must be burned with the damper open. The reason for this is that they do not burn the gas cleanly and create exhaust that is very similar to burning a real wood fire. This exhaust needs to be able to go up the chimney.

How do I know what gas fire I have?

In gas fireplaces, the rating plate is found in the controls area. To access it, you'll need to open or remove the decorative front, and remove the vanity panel, as shown below. The rating plate is located in the bottom component area of the gas fireplace. You can use a common household flashlight to read the numbers.

What is the best gas fire?

• Verine Passion High Efficiency Gas Fire.
• Verine Meridian High Efficiency Gas Fire.
• Eden High Efficiency Hole In The Wall Gas Fire.
• Eko Fires 4010 Efficiency Gas Fire.
• Be Modern Design Fascia Mid Depth High Efficiency Gas Fire.

What type of gas fire is most efficient?

Flueless Gas Fires are the most efficient at 100%.

Are glass fronted fires better?

A glass fronted fireplace can often do a better job of warming the thermal temperature of the room slowly, while an open fire will feel warmer when you turn it on and are standing in front of it.

What is the purpose of glass doors on a gas fireplace?

Glass doors actually help your fire burn better. By enclosing the burning area, firewood is able to burn greater and produce more heat. The glass doors also absorb and radiate heat into the room better than a fireplace without doors.

Why does my gas fireplace have a glass front?

Safety. Efficiency isn't the only benefit of a glass-fronted fireplace. The fact that they are airtight and sealed means that the room is safe from exhaust fumes. All Escea gas fireplaces are all glass fronted because this is the only way to seal the combustion area of the fireplace.

Are open fires legal?

There are no laws against bonfires, but you need to follow the rules of bonfires, to minimise nuisance. Be considerate towards your neighbours when lighting bonfires and BBQs and make sure not to cause a smoke nuisance.

Are open fires any good?

' Although they come out on top in terms of atmosphere, open fires are, however, an inefficient method of heating. The uncontrolled airflow draws air from the rest of the house up the chimney at the same time as the heat from the fire.

How efficient is an open gas fire?

The average modern central heating boiler is 90% efficient. In other words, 90% of the energy used to run it goes towards heating your house and 10% is lost, mainly due to needing to run the boiler itself. By contrast, gas fires can have an efficiency as low as 50%.

Is it cheaper to run a gas fire or central heating?

Gas is often much cheaper than other sources of heating – up to 70% compared to electric fires. This is because gas has its own source, whereas electric is heated via another source. ... Considering its high fuel efficiency and speed at heating a large room, this makes a gas fire extremely cost-effective.

How much does a gas fire cost to run per hour?

Open Flame Gas Fire – 8kw – 40p per hour.

How long does a gas fire last?

The normal life expectancy for a gas fireplace varies, but it's been our experience that most fireplaces need to be replaced somewhere between 15-25 years.

Are all gas fires the same size?

Traditional gas fires are designed to suit period and classically designed interiors. Most traditional inset gas fires fit into a standard size opening (Height 22", Width 16").

Is a gas fire flue suitable for a wood burner?

As we alluded to above, no. Gas flues are not designed to withstand the high temperatures that are generated by wood burning stoves. Gas flues are normally made of a single skin and won't be able to effectively channel the combustibles generated by your new wood burning stove.

How does an open flue work?

An open flue typically consists of a pipe to carry combustion gases from the appliance, whilst fresh air enters the appliance via the casing. This means that, for safe operation, additional air vents are required in the room where the appliance is installed to re-supply fresh air.

How do you tell if the flue is open on a gas fireplace?

Before lighting a fire, you can tell if the damper is open by placing your hand into the fireplace. If you feel a draft coming down the chimney, it is a good indicator that the damper is open. If you don't feel any cold air coming down the chimney, it means that the damper is closed.

What happens if you forget to open the flue?

People often forget to open their chimney dampers when they build a nice warm fire. Unfortunately this can cause serious problems, as it blocks the use of the chimney. Your room will soon fill up with smoke, and even worse, you can start a chimney fire.

How many hours can you run a gas fireplace?

The 3 basic gas fireplace types

Vent-free gas fireplace – these gas fireplaces work similarly to ovens and don't exhaust their fumes outside of your home. That's why they should never be left running for more than two or three hours at a time and the rooms they are in should always be well-vented themselves.