High-end Prestige Series vent-free gas logs, Models PS24, feature larger, realistic-looking logs, stacked three high and three deep on a heavy-duty grate; active yellow flames on high and low settings ...

Vent-free gas logs burn less gas than their big brothers. They usually are permitted to burn only a maximum of 40,000 Btus per hour. Since your fireplace flue is closed or non-existent, all of this ...

Dear James: It’s a mess carrying firewood indoors, so I want to modernize my old brick fireplace with one that uses gas logs. Are there any tips on how to do this project myself? — Kathy H. Dear Kathy ...

Q. How much can I expect to pay to have my wood fireplace converted to gas? Our house is about 30 years old. The bottom of the fireplace looks like it’s easily accessed through the basement. The ...

If you plan to use a ventless fireplace to save money this winter, make sure you consider the safety concerns. • Make sure logs are placed correctly, according to the instructions. • Have your ...

A wood-burning fireplace requires storing and carrying logs, building a fire and cleaning up the ashes. A gas fireplace requires pushing a button -- often on a remote control. Convenience is leading ...

For many homeowners, fireplaces have become the nice china of home features: dusted off only for special occasions. Although attractive, they are messy to operate, and that homey glow they produce ...