Episode 276: Installing a gas log set in the family room fireplace!

[@richmiller2501]

Really Nice... Thanks for the Video !!!

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Thanks for watching! More to come soon!

[@richmiller2501]

@@WoodmereEstateRevival We are so looking forward to them...

[@seank4312]

I have a similar gas fireplace in my house. The problem is that when we use it, it emits a gas odor (with no gas leak). Should I consider installing a glass cover?

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Thanks for the question! When you say gas odor, do you mean the mercaptan smell in unburnt gas or the combustion smell of burnt gas? If it’s the mercaptan, then that could indicate a leak in the burner assembly that’s allowing some gas to escape without combustion. If it’s the smell of combusted gas, then you may not have an adequate draft in your flue to carry the combustion gasses up the chimney. If your unit is meant to be vented, then the damper needs to be at least partially open to provide adequate ventilation. Find the manufacturer and model number for your unit and get a manual from the manufacturer’s website. I wouldn’t burn it until you confirm proper operation. Many local gas utilities will come inspect gas appliances for free. We had our gas company check out our installation.

[@deborahmcc3678]

Hey, thank you for the video but what was hanging down over the fireplace when it was lit

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Thanks for watching! That is the decorative handle on our damper.

[@johnnyjohn4154]

What paint did you use on the brick?

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

I believe we used Krylon High Heat Max in flat black.

[@amberhubany1014]

What adapter did you use inside the fireplace? We are going from old school gas logs to ventless logs.

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

1/2” male flare to 1/2” female pipe.

[@ConchienceClothing]

This is really nice! I live the Bahamas so I will never need a fireplace but I will just enjoy looking at yours! Can you post a picture of how it looks in the night time eliminating the room please

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Thanks so much! I will find a picture of it with the room at night!

[@cetyl2626]

So how much heat did it throw off? I understand not much, i wouldn't want to heat the house with it. I'd be afraid of forgetting to open the damper when having a remote (somebody not know and accidentally kill us with CO). Do you just leave it open all the time? My masonry fireplace has an outside fresh air vent built into the side of it. I'm considering getting ceramic glass doors and leaving the vent and damper open all the time (maybe bolting then open so there are no worries. While I have free real wood, I don't have time to tend it safely and it's a lot of work for something I'd only want for ambience 99% of the time.

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

It is a vented unit, so a lot of the heat goes up the chimney, but it still throws quite a bit out into the room. The unit comes with a damper clamp to keep it from be closed accidentally. I like your idea of putting some glass doors on it so you could leave the damper open. Since you have a fresh air vent already, you could use one of the vented units that draws fresh air from the outside. They come with a permanent glass “screen” on the front, so they’re really just for looks. Given the rising energy costs, you may want to consider a wood burning insert for heat and affordability. They make some really classy looking units these days.

[@abundantbalance]

Where did you purchase your log set from and what model did you buy?

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

It’s the RH Petereson G31-24/30-2VT with charred oak logs. www.realfyrestore.com/real-fyre-charred-oak-logs-with-g31-burner.html?gclid=CjwKCAiAvK2bBhB8EiwAZUbP1EVIb52zHq511GnHpWBLgqWvj-DCloDhTlqRghrSZZbZkmuHSG9gwxoC5yYQAvD_BwE

[@hellodahling1744]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 love the look of this. Would those logs 🪵 work on a propane fire pit? Thank you for sharing and many blessings.

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Unfortunately, it’s only rated for indoor use

[@litronadventure1002]

I bought a house, it already has that equipment but I don't know how I should connect the propane gas tank to the outside connection, can you help me with that?

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Just to clarify, the your house already has a gas fireplace unit installed and you are wanting to know how to hook it up to a propane tank outside? There are a lot of variables there, and if you are inexperienced, then it should be done by a professional plumber.

[@lxgee3787]

Can you post the link to your gas log set? I love it

[@nancydeer1003]

I’d like to know as well

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Sure thing! The RH Petereson G31-24/30-2VT with charred oak logs. www.realfyrestore.com/real-fyre-charred-oak-logs-with-g31-burner.html?gclid=CjwKCAiAvK2bBhB8EiwAZUbP1EVIb52zHq511GnHpWBLgqWvj-DCloDhTlqRghrSZZbZkmuHSG9gwxoC5yYQAvD_BwE

[@nancydeer1003]

I love this set! Do you have a link or specific name out number of the set? They have a dozen of these on Amazon made by them. Thanks!

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Sure thing! The RH Petereson G31-24/30-2VT with charred oak logs. www.realfyrestore.com/real-fyre-charred-oak-logs-with-g31-burner.html?gclid=CjwKCAiAvK2bBhB8EiwAZUbP1EVIb52zHq511GnHpWBLgqWvj-DCloDhTlqRghrSZZbZkmuHSG9gwxoC5yYQAvD_BwE

[@Rich9454a]

Can you post a link for the company that makes the replica fireback? Thanks

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

I looked but could not find it new anywhere. It was sold through the Colonial Williamsburg Shops at one point. I did see a few used ones on eBay.

[@MartinOrtiz23]

Can we please talk about the price

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Price varies based on options, but a set like ours is around $2500.

[@Sachimo411]

The duel pipe burner, one bag of embers, and the flex connector pipe is about $80 bucks on Amazon all day long, My friend gave me his old logs when he bought a different stack design. But I’ve found decent sets for $350is.

[@strummie2287]

I've watched from the beginning. I can't believe the changes. The house is turning out to be beautiful. Did you cover the brick around the fireplace? I only remember the brick to the left being removed.

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Thanks so much! Yes, we did end up covering the brick with raised panels. Those videos will be coming up soon!

[@Paulmotea]

Did you cut in your vents for fresh airing? And also did you alter while you had to have altered your flu pipe to the atmosphere? Seems to make it so simple. I don’t think you know what you are quite doing. If you’re in Australia they would condemn you for that.

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Hi Paul. These are ventless gas logs. You’re thinking of vented gas logs, which require a special vent from the outside for fresh air and exhaust. Ventless logs work in an existing masonry fireplace, and they use air from the house to burn and a working flue to exhaust the combustion gasses.

[@wayneaudley4878]

You missed showing the control and key connection clearly

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Sorry about that, Wayne.

[@writingtutor7317]

It would have been more helpful if you had shown us each step you did as you did it.

[@pamgrimm8850]

I hate these “how to” videos that don’t show you how to hook things up.

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

What information are you looking for? This was more of a before/after video, not a how-to. Our how-to videos are labeled as such.

[@Pedler0523]

I don’t know if you were showing what you were doing or just trying to make a before and after video. It wasn’t helpful at all.

[@WoodmereEstateRevival]

Thanks for the feedback, Anna. Were you looking for some specific information? This was not intended to be a comprehensive how-to video since gas log set installation instructions may vary greatly depending on the type and manufacturer.