Six Reasons Gas Logs Are a Great Alternative to a Wood-Burning Fireplace – Part I

1) Convenience

Gas logs are a great way to enjoy a fire without the hassle. They are simple to use and do not require the time and effort required to start and maintain a wood-burning fire. They produce heat instantly and best of all, you do not have to buy, transport, cut or store logs.

If you are looking for a wood alternative that produces virtually no emissions, then ventless gas logs may be the perfect choice for you. Gas logs do not require any type of venting or chimney system and operate with the chimney damper closed so all the heat produced is circulated back into the room.

2) Minimal Maintenance

Compared to wood-burning fireplaces, gas log sets require little maintenance to keep them running properly.

Wood-burning fireplaces require regular inspections to ensure the chimney is free of creosote buildup, the firebox is clean, and the ashes need to be removed after each use.

If you are using vented gas logs, you will still need to inspect and sweep your chimney annually.

Your gas logs will also need to be cleaned regularly to remove creosote buildup, especially if you are using propane gas.

Over time, some parts on your gas logs may need to be replaced, but compared to a wood-burning fireplace, there is little ongoing maintenance required. Simply turn the gas log on when you are ready to use it and turn it off when you are done.

3) Authentic Look

Gas logs provide you with a very realistic alternative to logs. Some are cast from actual logs and then hand-painted to bring out the texture, color, and indentations found in the natural wood grain and bark.

Vented gas log sets come with an expanded ember bed made from ceramic fiber, adding a more realistic appeal to your fireplace. The ceramic fiber ember bed flickers and glows just like wood embers in a dying fire, providing the same ambience and depth.