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Coal Baskets simulate the effect of a more subtle real coal fire; reminiscent of a simpler more elegant time in our history.
The coals in the basket actually glow as they're warmed by the natural gas or propane burner, the flame pattern is not as wide and the flame height is shorter,
requiring much less gas to provide a realistic, appealing effect.
The Gas Coal Baskets were first imported but soon the need for CSA certified gas coal grates for the US and Canadian markets made American production
for the Coal baskets necessary for this Southern US based family business.
Searching for antique grates and surrounds to be reproduced exclusively for their Coal Baskets, the company began to put together a product line of
decorative, beautiful grates and accessories.
The fireplace has long been regarded as the focal point for any home, and in the late 1800's, coal fires were the height of fashion.
Even when not burning, the decorative cast iron basket still looks great in your fireplace!
Gas coal fires are found in the finest homes in Great Britain, the US and Canada as well as in centuries old Public Houses, Castles and Palaces. They are
easy to install and can be taken with you should you decide to move.
VENTED COAL BASKETS
Vented coal Baskets have been around for many years. "Vented" literally designates the requirement of that gas coal basket to be installed in an approved
vented real working fireplace or an approved (certified) manufactured vented fireplace system (vented box).
Typical features of vented coal baskets are:
VENT FREE COAL BASKETS
Vent Free Coal Baskets have recently evolved to a state of design, function and safety that have made them highly popular for both older homes with pre-
existing small coal burning fireplaces or for the new construction market.
Typical Features of the Vent Free Coal Basket are:
The coals in the basket actually glow as they're warmed by the natural gas or propane burner, the flame pattern is not as wide and the flame height is shorter,
requiring much less gas to provide a realistic, appealing effect.
The Gas Coal Baskets were first imported but soon the need for CSA certified gas coal grates for the US and Canadian markets made American production
for the Coal baskets necessary for this Southern US based family business.
Searching for antique grates and surrounds to be reproduced exclusively for their Coal Baskets, the company began to put together a product line of
decorative, beautiful grates and accessories.
The fireplace has long been regarded as the focal point for any home, and in the late 1800's, coal fires were the height of fashion.
Even when not burning, the decorative cast iron basket still looks great in your fireplace!
Gas coal fires are found in the finest homes in Great Britain, the US and Canada as well as in centuries old Public Houses, Castles and Palaces. They are
easy to install and can be taken with you should you decide to move.
VENTED COAL BASKETS
Vented coal Baskets have been around for many years. "Vented" literally designates the requirement of that gas coal basket to be installed in an approved
vented real working fireplace or an approved (certified) manufactured vented fireplace system (vented box).
Typical features of vented coal baskets are:
- more choices in coal grate styles and flame appearance available
- less restrictive clearance requirements to mantels above
- must be installed in an approved and working fireplace with chimney
- all products of combustion must be vented out of the house
- most heat will be vented to outside
- typical has larger flame and higher gas consumption
- good choice where appearance is of prime importance
- can be used in areas like bedrooms where vent-free coal baskets are prohibited
VENT FREE COAL BASKETS
Vent Free Coal Baskets have recently evolved to a state of design, function and safety that have made them highly popular for both older homes with pre-
existing small coal burning fireplaces or for the new construction market.
Typical Features of the Vent Free Coal Basket are:
- energy efficient - (Heat stays in the home)
- does not require a working chimney
- can be installed in an approved vent-free firebox for new construction
- less gas consumption and smaller flame
- inexpensive way to create a working Victorian fireplace look in new construction or remodel work where existing chimneys are no longer safe
When shopping for gas logs, you'll be asked to choose whether you want vented or vent-free logs. This decision comes down to several factors including
looks vs. efficiency, local building codes, and placement of the fireplace.
With vented logs, you'll enjoy a large, realistic-looking flame that operates with an open chimney flue, or damper. These logs, which simulate a wood-burning
fire, are more decorative than they are efficient as a heat source because much of the generated heat goes up the chimney.
Vent-free logs, which operate with the chimney flue closed, will not give you that roaring fire effect—the flame is not as realistic or as high as you'll find with
vented logs. But, vent-free logs are an efficient heat source because 100% of the heat generated stays in your home. You'll often see vent-free logs referred
to as "vent-free heaters" because that is essentially what they are. They consist of U-shaped burners with cement logs stacked on top of the heating element.
Most sets have a thermostatic control that helps maintain a consistent room temperature. Vent-free heaters add moisture to the air, so it's important to install
them in a room with proper ventilation to avoid formation of mildew.
Before installing any gas log system, check your local and state codes. In some localities, vent-free heaters are not permitted. Vent-free heaters are not
permitted in bedrooms, bathrooms or recreational vehicles, and must be installed in an area where curtains, furniture, clothing or other flammable objects are
at least 36 inches away from the perimeter of the heater. Vent-free heater installation also is not recommended in high traffic, windy or drafty areas.
Vented Gas Logs:
Positive Features of Vented Gas Logs:
Negative Features of Vented Gas Logs:
Ventless Gas Logs:
Positive Features of Vent-Free Gas Logs:
Much better heat output than vented gas logs
Negative Features of Vent-Frees Gas Logs:
looks vs. efficiency, local building codes, and placement of the fireplace.
With vented logs, you'll enjoy a large, realistic-looking flame that operates with an open chimney flue, or damper. These logs, which simulate a wood-burning
fire, are more decorative than they are efficient as a heat source because much of the generated heat goes up the chimney.
Vent-free logs, which operate with the chimney flue closed, will not give you that roaring fire effect—the flame is not as realistic or as high as you'll find with
vented logs. But, vent-free logs are an efficient heat source because 100% of the heat generated stays in your home. You'll often see vent-free logs referred
to as "vent-free heaters" because that is essentially what they are. They consist of U-shaped burners with cement logs stacked on top of the heating element.
Most sets have a thermostatic control that helps maintain a consistent room temperature. Vent-free heaters add moisture to the air, so it's important to install
them in a room with proper ventilation to avoid formation of mildew.
Before installing any gas log system, check your local and state codes. In some localities, vent-free heaters are not permitted. Vent-free heaters are not
permitted in bedrooms, bathrooms or recreational vehicles, and must be installed in an area where curtains, furniture, clothing or other flammable objects are
at least 36 inches away from the perimeter of the heater. Vent-free heater installation also is not recommended in high traffic, windy or drafty areas.
Vented Gas Logs:
Positive Features of Vented Gas Logs:
- Extremely realistic flame pattern that looks like a wood fire.
- Flame is much taller than vent-free logs
- Flame dances and wraps around logs like real wood.
- Does not require a Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector
- Since the damper is open, most of the smell will go up the chimney
Negative Features of Vented Gas Logs:
- Less heat than vent-free logs (probably won't heat your room)
- Uses slightly more gas than vent-free logs
Ventless Gas Logs:
Positive Features of Vent-Free Gas Logs:
Much better heat output than vented gas logs
- Less pollution
- Slightly less gas consumption
Negative Features of Vent-Frees Gas Logs:
- You must be careful not to burn your vent-free logs for extended periods of time with windows closed, otherwise they will deplete the oxygen in your
home. - If you burn your vent-free logs for more than an hour or so, you must crack open a window to allow air into your home to replace the oxygen burned by
the vent-free gas logs. This will introduce cold air into the room and offset some of the heating benefits that vent-free logs claim to have. - Vent-free gas logs produce an odor that many people equate to the smell of burning kerosene. So if you have a sensitive nose, you may not be able to
handle the smell and will be greatly dissatisfied with vent-free logs. On the other hand, we've heard some people who like the smell because it reminds
them of their childhood days at Grandma's house. - Vent-free logs are not legal in California as well as some cities and municipalities. Please check your local regulations. Please note that it is not illegal
to use Vent-free log sets if they are used with the vent open. - Vent-free gas logs are required to have an ODS (oxygen depletion system) as well as a Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector.
- The flame pattern with vent-free logs pails in comparison to vented logs. Because the gas must burn cleanly, the flame height is very low and most of it
is blue. Also, you will find that the flame does not dance around like a real wood fire and very little of the flame actually touches the logs. The reason for
this is that when the flame touches the logs, it gets cooled off and does not burn cleanly and starts to produce soot and exhaust gases.
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