How to Install & Light Gas Logs in Your Fireplace

Looking for an efficient alternative to wood-burning fireplaces? Gas logs are the answer for those who want to add a realistic fire to their home without all the mess and stress.

Gas logs look like real wood logs but instead are made of ceramic, which is resistant to high heat. In addition to the logs themselves, each gas log set also features a burner and (optionally) a thermostatic valve, which supplies the flame.

Gas log sets are available for both vented and ventless gas fireplaces. Some, like White Mountain Hearth’s 18″ Flint Hill Log Set, work in both vented and ventless configurations. It’s important to purchase the correct type of gas log set for your fireplace to ensure it works properly.

While we always recommend professional installation, a skilled do-it-yourselfer can get the job done. Here’s how to install and light your gas logs like a pro.

Blue Flame vs Radiant Heat: Which is Right for You?

With the cost of heating skyrocketing, more people are looking for ways to limit the amount energy they use.  One way to add warmth without turning the thermostat all the way up is to use a gas vent-free heater as an additional heating source.

Offered in both natural gas and liquid propane, the two main types of vent-free heaters are blue flame and radiant (infrared). While both types work at 99.9% efficiency, how they deliver heat is a little different. Read on to learn the difference between blue flame vs radiant heaters to help you decide which type is right for you.