r/Fireplaces • • 16h ago

What would you suggest for this fireplace not trying to modernize but it but less bulky. The cieling in this room is 7 feet 10 inch.

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Suggestions.. was thinking of changing the grout to bone color what else do you suggest. Its a gas burning fire place


r/Fireplaces • • 23h ago

Get an insert or not?

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Looking at getting an insert for are fireplace. Heating prices are one factor. Unfortunately can't seem to justify the cost. Currently heat with a heat pump and backup oil in Connecticut. Average about 400 a month between the two for a 1200 sqft home. The fireplace is in the lower level at one end of the home, bedrooms upstairs in the opposite end. Current cord wood prices 300 per. Cost of new insurance install 6500. I can buy a lot of oil and kwh for 6 grand. Is my math, mathing?


r/Fireplaces • • 8h ago

Too hot for PVC?

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I tore out the faux stone on either side of this fireplace in order to build some built-in bookshelves. I want to run a tube from behind the TV to the side of the fireplace to run HDMI cables though for gaming consoles. Is it possible that this natural gas fireplace would create enough heat inside of this area that it would warp grey PVC over time? Would metal be a safer option?


r/Fireplaces • • 20h ago

Converting from gas back to wood questions

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Bought this house last year and have not tried to use the fireplace at all since it looked to be natural gas.

I was going to rip out the gas components to convert it but after taking out the fake logs it looks like what is here might just be a log lighter and I do not need to remove it at all?

Does that seem right based on my pictures or should I still remove this and install a new log lighter since the gas is already ran to it.


r/Fireplaces • • 11h ago

First time using gas fireplace

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Hoping people can help! I'm trying to use this for the first time and I don't know how to turn it on.

Would I use the yellow valve? Then the dial?

I have a remote control and it works but there's no pilot light on


r/Fireplaces • • 13h ago

Heatilator lower grille assembly won't stay latched/closed.

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r/Fireplaces • • 14h ago

Insulation inside fireplace?

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Just recently purchased a home and the fireplace has insulation inside, which I’ve never seen before. As part of the closing process we asked for it to be checked out by a chimney sweep and inspected, but insulation inside seems weird to me. Is this safe?


r/Fireplaces • • 16h ago

Need help with pilot light

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Hello... I was shown how to light the pilot light on my gas log fire last Fall... the technician used a long matchstick to do it manually. He showed me how, but I really should have filmed him because I can't remember exactly where he held the matchstick. I also failed to snap a pic of where the little flame burns before turning it off last Spring, though I know it is somewhere on the left.

I'm hoping one of you good people can assist me in locating it! (pic below) I moved into the house last Summer and the previous owner left no user guide for the fire).


r/Fireplaces • • 17h ago

How do I update my builder grade fireplace?

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My husband and I just moved into our new builder grade home and I hate the fireplace! It is currently dark gray tile and I hate it. I like a lighter/warmer look. We don’t want to spend a ton of money so we are thinking of painting the tiles or using peel and stick. Any suggestions on what we could do that won’t break the bank are appreciated!!


r/Fireplaces • • 19h ago

Overhang size for hearth and mantel?

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I'm having stone installed on top of a brick hearth (extension), as well as the mantel. Is there a standard amount of overhang? How many inches for each?


r/Fireplaces • • 16h ago

Looking to put an' INSERT', /with (open and close) door into or 42 inch 'zero tolerance' fire place ...

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Questions??is this o.k to do?

Is this too expensive?

Has anyone done this?


r/Fireplaces • • 17h ago

What is the best electric fireplace people love currently?

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Hi everyone, I’m planning to install an electric fireplace for my living room and would love your advice. Can you send me some electric fireplaces you all have and love please! I am nauseated trying to search and I feel I have decision paralysis at this point!

I’m looking for something that has a very realistic flame effect (it will be placed under a 55” TV with built-in arches on both sides).

Do you have any recommendations? Also, which option/brand would you suggest in terms of long-term reliability?

Thank you in advance.