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Post by 10point on Oct 12, 2016 18:48:40 GMT -5
Guys, moved into a new house this summer that has a gas log. Should i get a blower and use it as a heating source? I don't know anything about them.
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Post by greghopper on Oct 12, 2016 21:32:28 GMT -5
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Post by steiny on Oct 13, 2016 8:37:32 GMT -5
In most cases, I don't think a gas fireplace is going to be a very efficient heat source, they are mainly just for aesthetics and to provide the look and feel of a fireplace without the ashes and mess related to wood. Burning that same gas in your furnace will likely get you better value.
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Oct 13, 2016 9:26:17 GMT -5
I did buy a blower for one of my gas fireplaces, but it is also a full masonry one to burn wood. Some gas burning units are actually insulated well or at least much better than full masonry. However, I like having options.
I remember getting mine from Alaska somewhere. I did have to retrofit it for my gas logs, but it will heat a room.
I remember putting some ceramic bricks??? in there too to retain more heat. Not sure where I got these.
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