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Peterson Vent-Free Gas Log Sets

  • By Carolyn Meroles
  • 28 Oct, 2016
When gas fire log sets first came on the market more than seventy-five years ago, they didn’t have the appeal of wood fires. Somewhat lackluster, fires were small and flames burned with the monotony of a stove burner. But back then, people were not as aware of the consequences of inefficiently burning wood and were unafraid of running out of trees. Now gas log technology has come a long way in terms of appearance and realism. The supply of trees for firewood is dwindling, and we have all grown more conscious of our carbon footprint. Enter the new and improved vent-free gas log fire sets, made by Peterson, an industry leader for seventy-five years.

Peterson has turned vent-free gas log appliances into must-haves. With 99% efficiency, they contribute almost no particulate matter, volatile organic compounds or carbon monoxide to the air. This is far less than the greenhouse effect of burning wood. Plus they are cheaper and safer to operate than a wood-burning device.

Peterson’s Real Fyre logs give back the effervescent grace of a wood fire while increasing fuel efficiency. Newer technology gives a fire virtually indistinguishable from wood, burning in complex patterns with glowing embers beneath. In a wide variety of versatile styles and colors, homeowners can choose the log fire that most suits their tastes, needs, and budget. They can be used in most existing vent-free products and can also be used when converting an existing wood-burning fireplace to vent-free gas.

Log sets come in a range of sizes from 16” to 30” and a range of styles. There are split log sets and split-log see-through sets in oak or charred wood. They also have modern-looking fires that resemble something from The Hunger Games.

Peterson logs are an assemblage of the finest, most technologically advanced gas log materials. Built to withstand time, they are made of refractory ceramics, expanded shales, aggregates, and an advanced calcium aluminate binder. Plus, they are lined with steel reinforcement rods, improving their durability in both function and appearance, even under the longstanding pressure of high heat. With Peterson, you can relax in front of your fire for years, reassured you made a great choice in beauty and durability.

Mr. Vent Free carries Peterson log sets for all of their vent-free devices. Contact us to help you choose the right set for your needs and budget.
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By Carolyn Meroles 21 Oct, 2016
Majestic Magnum clean face vent-free fireboxes offer the warmth, coziness and style of a traditional fireplace without the need to install outdoor venting. With many style options available, you can choose the design that best fits your room decor and install it almost anywhere. All that is needed is a gas line, which can be easily installed in nearly any location.

Majestic Magnum offers a taller option, designed to easily warm larger spaces. With this option, you can get up to 1,097 inches of viewing room. This makes it easy to see the fire from any point in the room.

Interior options include a choice of firebricks in soft pleasing colors for a true masonry look. Choose from Ceramic Fiber multidimensional Old English 3-D firebrick, Ceramic Fiber Tavern Brown firebrick or Refractory Herringbone factory-installed firebrick. These options add a delicious touch of ambiance able to improve upon any decor, whether warm or cool.

Models include a black hood and junction box and come in two convenient sizes, 36” and 42”. The firebox has zero clearance to the fireplace.

These fireboxes are CSA certified and can be installed with many different style options. Choose a curved trim kit available in two colors, black or stainless steel. Or add cabinet doors with a screen, also available in two sizes and two colors, black and iron. And you can add matching cabinet door frames.

Units also come with an optional outside combustion air kit that draws in air from outside for combustion rather than using indoor air.

Ninety-nine percent efficient, these fireboxes burn all their fuel cleanly. No wasted heat goes up the chimney. The radiant design circulates heat evenly and quickly. For additional heat circulation, you can add a blower kit, a 160 CFM variable thermostat-controlled forced air blower. This makes it easy to adjust the temperature and have a fire in a variety of weather.

Majestic Magnum clean face unvented fireboxes accommodate most 24” and 30” gas log inserts, letting you create the centerpiece of your fire exactly the way you want it.

A perfect mix of style, function, value, and convenience, Majestic Magnum clean face unvented fireboxes make the day sweeter.
By Carolyn Meroles 14 Oct, 2016
The Simplifire Heatilator electric wall-mount heater uses LED lights to make a design statement in your home. With modern LED technology, a bedrock of beautiful glowing coals sits beneath a custom fire in orange or blue, backlit by ten different LED lights in an array of pleasing colors.

The Simplifire Heatilator is a conversation piece, a source of accent lighting AND a gentle heater. And all of this is energized with vent-free, utterly silent electricity. These flat units can be mounted to the wall in a short amount of time by anyone with handyman skills using easy-install brackets.

Perfect as an elegant design accent for warm weather or cool, the flames can run with or without heat. If you choose to turn on the heater, the 36″ Simplifire Heatilator from Mr. Vent Free can put out up to 4,800 BTUs of heat. You can easily adjust the flame height and amount of heat.

Approximately two feet tall and 6 inches thick, units take up no more space than a flat-screen TV. And flames are framed in either black or white glass. The Simplifire Heatilator is easy to operate, with convenient controls on the side or with a remote. Its as simple to turn on and adjust as a television, but much less distracting. With its perfectly soundless flames, it will not interfere with work, study or conversation. Instead, it opens the way for enjoyable social activities like playing games or dining.

Some vent-free owners like to turn down the central thermostat and run their heating appliance in the occupied rooms. Units cost an average of 1-3 cents per hour to run without heat, and 1-7 cents per hour with heat. Beautifying and heating a room are a cost-effective cinch with the Simplifire Heatilator.

Modern elegance combined with the classic coziness of a fire, the Simplifire Heatilator adds a smashing design element to any room in any home. With the array of backlit light color choices, the Simplifire Heatilator creates synergy with a wide variety of decorating choices and a many different moods.
By Carolyn Meroles 07 Oct, 2016
When it comes to supplemental in-home heating, HearthRite Vent-Free heating systems are a maximally efficient super-affordable way to go. With portable units ranging in size from 6,000 to 30,000 BTUs, there is a HearthRite Vent-Free Heater to accommodate every space. And you have a wide variety of installation options. They can be mounted to the wall, placed on the floor or set on a stand. All that is required is a gas line, which can be easily installed by any qualified technician.

The heaters emanate a soft glow in either:

  • blue flame heat: warms the air, which naturally begins to circulate around the room, or
  • radiant heat: an orange-yellow color heat that puts warmth into the area, similar to sunlight that comes through a window.
Because they burn indoor air and use up their fuel supply with 99% efficiency, they require no outdoor vent. Outdoor vented heaters tend to be only 62%-75% efficient, are expensive to install, and cannot be easily moved at a later date.

Another advantage of the HearthRite Vent-Free heating system is that it adds moisture back to dry winter air which means fewer chapped lips and cracked fingers. If the heater is run for twenty four hours, it can add as much as a gallon of moisture back to the air.

The price point for these heaters is very low and, once installed, they require almost no maintenance. They do not emit odors and they burn so cleanly, they add only a negligible amount of carbon monoxide to the air, which is whisked away by the natural breathing of a house. You simply need to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for regular cleaning and an annual inspection.

All heaters are pre-tested at the factory and come equipped with an oxygen depletion sensor. At 16% oxygen, well above any danger, they turn themselves off, ensuring the safety of users.

All heaters are also equipped with a piezo ignition and a standing pilot so there is never any fumbling with matches.

They make great supplemental heating systems, whether installed to warm a cold room or installed to turn down the less efficient vented heaters already in a home, thereby reducing heating costs. Did you know they will still work during an electrical outage?

At a lower cost than a vented heating system, a HearthRite Vent-Free heater gives everyone the opportunity to be warm at a reasonable cost.

Depending on the model you buy, your heater will either have a thermostat dial or a manual control on top of the unit for easy temperature adjustment. HearthRite Vent-Free heaters carry a three year warranty. At Mr. Vent Free, we offer a large selection of both natural gas and liquid propane (LP) HearthRite Vent-free units. Contact us  if you have any questions
By Carolyn Meroles 30 Sep, 2016
For a truly unique and modern look, check out our vent-free Wall Torch Collection. These bold statement pieces have everything you love about a traditional fireplace in a striking single flame design, with no hassle! The Napoleon Wall Torch is a versatile and highly efficient source of light and cozy heat.

A wall torch brings plenty of whimsy and drama to a room, harkening back to torch use in days before electricity. But instead of the hassle and hazard of an open flame, our modern wall torches encase the fire in a sleek cabinet for an ultra-contemporary look. Its slim design allows the wall torch to be installed anywhere: bedrooms, offices, hallways, even bathrooms*. There is also an outdoor model for the perfect update to your patio or garden space!

In addition to its striking look, the wall torch also brings you functional supplemental heating. Like all of our vent-free products, the wall torch does not require any venting. Its simple natural gas or propane hookup allows it to be installed virtually anywhere. Because the vent-free wall torch heats and circulates the air already in the room, no heat is lost to the outdoors. This provides 99% efficient heat for your living space. It also eliminates all of the work and mess involved in burning real wood. It is a safe, modern update to a traditional torch.

The Wall Torch Collection includes several options for your ideal setup. Choose from sleek cabinets of stainless steel or black metallic finish. The cabinets come in silver, white, black, blue, or red trim to suit any interior design. Porcelain reflective radiant panels amplify the light of the flame for maximum drama and light. Optional LED accent lights can also highlight the unit (found in Accessories). All wall torches have heat-resistant glass and come with decorative glass embers. Choose the outdoor wall torch model for an extra-durable statement piece for outside walls.

Our Napoleon Wall Torch Collection will update any room or patio in a dramatic work of art. Enjoy highly efficient heat along with the stunning, timeless look of a single flame torch without any mess or hassle.

*Check your local laws and by-laws before installing. A vent-free appliance may not be allowed in all rooms.
By Carolyn Meroles 23 Sep, 2016
Many vent-free appliances are powered by natural gas or propane fuel hookups. But did you know Mr. Vent Free also offers electric vent-free fireplaces? This alternative is ideal for those who choose not to use gas and want to install a fireplace in minutes! Just install it, plug it in, sit back, and relax.

Why would you choose an electric vent-free fireplace? Here are a few reasons:

  • You don’t have a gas line running into your home, or
  • The gas line is not convenient to hook up to, or
  • You don’t want to pay the gas bill if you’re not using it for anything else, or
  • You want a super quick install you may be able to do yourself*, or
  • Or you just love the look of our electric fireplace models!
Like all of our vent-free appliances, electric fireplaces provide the warmth and atmosphere of a traditional fireplace without the hassle and mess of burning real wood. Because the vent-free electric fireplace requires no chimney or other venting, none of the heat is lost to the outdoors. This provides 99% efficient heating to any room in your home. It also creates the perfect cozy setting!

Electric fireplaces are easily adjusted and controlled by remote for different flame and heat settings. You can create a statement piece for any room while also cutting down on heating costs with this efficient fireplace.

If you’re looking for a more traditional feel, check out our Majestic brand Allura-Fire electric fireplace. With a classic arched face and realistic logs and embers, this electric fireplace offers an authentic look and cozy, adjustable warmth for any room.

Want more of a contemporary look? The Heatilator SimpliFire model provides a super convenient setup in a sleek glass frame. Simply mount it to the wall and enjoy multiple LED lighting and flame settings. Napoleon also offers a range of electric fireplace models. With options for wall mounting, heating or no heating, and both contemporary and classic designs, these units provide plenty of choices for the modern homeowner.

The convenience of the vent-free electric fireplace makes it easier than ever to enjoy a fire. The electric fireplace provides both a modern statement piece and efficient warmth to your home.

*Complexity of the installation will depend on the type of electric fireplace, the surrounding area and the availability of electrical hookup. If you do not have the necessary skills, a professional should be consulted.
By Carolyn Meroles 16 Sep, 2016
The great thing about vent-free fireplaces and our other vent-free products is that you don’t have to keep a supply of dry wood to burn. Here at Mr. Vent Free, our highly efficient heating units run on easily-obtained fuels. Before purchasing, it is important to determine what type of fueling is right for your home. Check out the three different types below to see what fits you best.

Natural Gas  
A popular choice for fueling vent-free supplemental heating units is natural gas. This is because natural gas is relatively inexpensive and easily accessed in most homes. If you have a gas line running into your home for a stove or other appliances, the gas can easily be hooked up to a vent-free unit upon installation. Natural gas is usually the best option for supplemental heat for homeowners who have an easily accessible gas line and who do not want to use propane or electricity. Shop any of our product collections for natural gas options.

Liquid Propane  
Liquid propane (LP) is another possible option for fueling your vent-free unit. Those with homes in less populated areas who do not have a gas line to their home may by able to use a propane tank instead. A large propane tank must sit or be buried in the yard, and a vent-free unit is hooked up to the propane lines coming into the house. Small, portable propane tanks can also be purchased and used for many of our smaller outdoor appliances. Liquid propane is the ideal fuel for those without gas hookup or those who prefer using their existing propane gas tank. Check out our product collections for liquid propane-compatible units.

Electric  
The third option for vent-free units is an electrical hookup. With no need for any gas lines, the unit simply runs on the electricity in the house by plugging it in. While this can raise your electric bill, it doesn’t require any additional gas costs, especially for those who aren’t already paying a monthly fee for their gas line or propane fill-up. Electric units are ideal for those who do not have an existing source of gas, people who prefer the ease of plug-in installation, and people who want a specific look that is only available as electric (such as the Napoleon Wall Mount Electric Fireplaces).

It’s essential to decide on which type of fuel you want for supplemental heat before buying a vent-free unit. Our vent-free models all run on one specific fuel and cannot be converted later, so choosing the right model for your preferred fuel type is crucial. Our great variety of products gives you the flexibility to find the perfect vent-free unit for any home!
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