What do you fill a gas fireplace with?

Supplies Needed To Freshen Up Your Gas Fireplace

• Silica Sand (not needed for a propane fireplace)
• Vermiculite (optional for natural gas fireplace)
• Rock Wool.
• Platinum Embers (optional for more dimension)
• Lava Rock.

Can you add gas to a fireplace?

Ingenious! Direct vent gas fireplaces can be installed almost anywhere in in a home where natural gas or liquid propane is available. Installation is flexible due to zero clearance construction, which requires minimal space between the fireplace and wallboard or wood (combustible materials).

Is a gas fireplace insert worth it?

A gas fireplace offers a range of benefits over burning wood in your home, including the ability to instantly turn on, control and turn of the heat from the fire. The advantages of having gas fireplace can outweigh the disadvantages in many scenarios, making a gas fireplace a worthwhile investment for your home.

What is the difference between a gas fireplace and a gas insert?

A gas insert is installed within an existing masonry, wood burning fireplace. A gas insert is smaller than a gas fireplace to allow it to fit inside of the opening of an existing wood burning fireplace. A gas insert can get much hotter on the outside (no, not that hot) than a gas fireplace.

How much does it cost to add a gas fireplace to an existing fireplace?

Since an insert is placed directly into a fireplace that is already installed in your home and uses the same chimney, the cost of installing a gas fireplace insert is comparably low. Purchasing a gas fireplace insert should cost you around $1,200. Having the unit installed can cost you around $500-$3,500.

How much does it cost to add a gas fireplace?

The average cost to install a gas fireplace is about $4,500 with average prices ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 in the US for 2020 according to Thumbtack.

Do gas chimneys need to be cleaned?

While gas fireplaces don’t produce creosote, they do still need annual cleaning. A chimney sweeping in your gas fireplace will help remove items like bird’s nests, animals, and any debris that may have gotten trapped in there as well any potential soot. Furthermore, a chimney sweeping is often also an inspection.

What is difference between gas fireplace and gas insert?

What is the cost of a gas fireplace insert?

Purchasing a gas fireplace insert should cost you around $1,200. Having the unit installed can cost you around $500-$3,500. Your chimney will need to be cleaned before installation can begin, which costs another $200.

What does a gas fireplace insert cost?

A gas-burning fireplace insert heats 1,000 to 3,000 square feet, depending on its size. Talk to your insert dealer about the size of your existing fireplace and what heating capacity you can expect from an insert. Inserts cost $3,000 to $4,000, including installation and a chimney liner.

How do you light a gas fireplace with a lighter?

Make sure to check your user manual to see what kind of key the fireplace takes. Hold a long lighter up to the burner and ignite it. Before turning the gas valve knob, grab a lighter with a long enough head that you can insert it into the fireplace while keeping your hands away from the fire pit completely.

How do I take care of my gas fireplace?

To keep your gas fireplace operating safely and in tip-top shape, it’s recommended to perform annual maintenance. To help you do it yourself, we’ve created a fireplace service checklist to guide you along. Or, give your local Heatilator dealer a call to provide the annual maintenance on your gas fireplace.

How do you clean the glass on a fireplace?

Inspect the exterior. Make sure the unit is properly mounted and there are no gaps or cracks in the fireplace framework. Check the glass for cracks. Clean the glass with vinegar in a spray bottle, fireplace glass cleaner or another non-ammonia cleaning product.

How do I refill the refillable tank?

1.Hold refill can vertically upside down, Press the nozzle downwards firmly into the lighter valve. 2.Do not activate the lighter when filling. 3.Wait for 1 min after refill & before using the lighter.