If you are seeking an alternative heat source or simply wish to enjoy the warmth and comfort of a burning fire, you may want to check out vent free gas fireplaces. This type of fireplace is easily installed, can provide backup heat in emergency situations and is of course an attractive addition to the interior décor of every home.

As the name indicates, these fireplaces are “vent free”, meaning they do not require a chimney or any special installation. Setting up the vent free gas fireplaces is a very simple process as they just need to be hooked up to a gas outlet and are ready for being used. Being relatively inexpensive to purchase, they can seriously cut down on your heating costs so they are considered well worth the investment. A regular log fireplace requires a chimney and can lose a serious amount of heat right up the stack but with these fireplaces, you can be sure no heat will escape.

They burn in a clean manner, emit little to no smell at all and they add a beautiful, even aesthetic look to any home or building. There are never any ashes to deal with so, no worrying about cleaning it out after every single fire. This also allows for the user to have quick and total control of the fire as in case someone has to leave in a hurry and does not wish to leave a fire burning or if the user simply decides that he no longer wants a fire, and then it can be simply turned off. There is no creosote buildup to worry about nor are there any logs to worry about so there is no need to reposition or add to the fire to keep it going. In addition, you don’t have to worry about missing out on a nice warm fire because you ran out of wood.

Vent free gas fireplaces draw combustion air from the room. They warm the air, then send it back out into the room. Plus, they are considered highly efficient and the good models burn with an efficiency rating of more than ninety percent. Although some people insist that there must be a source of fresh air exchanged and in some cases exterior ducts may be required for improved ventilation still, the ease and comfort offered greatly exceeds any possible drawback. Most models are equipped with automatic controls on the unit as well as remote controls and automatic shut off options. Some manufacturers even offer electricity free ignition systems which are especially helpful during power outages, storms or high winds.