How do you arrange fireplace logs?
How to Arrange Gas Logs
- Place the largest ceramic logs on the bottom to serve as the foundation for the fire.
- Leave 2 inches (5 centimeters) between logs.
- Make sure none of the logs is blocking the gas flow.
- Arrange smaller logs on top of the foundation logs.
How do I make my gas fireplace flame yellow?
The Gas Fireplace Flame Color adjustment knob is located on the front of your gas fireplace and is used to adjust the color of the flames. Turning the knob clockwise will make the flames more yellow, while turning it counter-clockwise will make them more blue.
Do ceramic logs radiate heat?
Ceramic logs or lava rock does not radiate any heat.
Where do you put rocks in a gas fireplace?
Place the largest rocks at the bottom of the fireplace. Arrange rocks so there is a slight indentation in between each rock and one row of them touches the bottom edge of your gas fireplace. Place smaller rocks on top of the larger ones. Sweep any ashes or debris out from under the Lava Rocks and you’re done!
Where do you put fake embers in a gas fireplace?
Do not remove or lift your gas burners when installing glowing embers. Place gas logs in the exact same position they were in beforehand. Insert the glowing embers directly below the fireplace burner. Do not put embers on, between, or above your gas log set.
How do I arrange the coals on my gas fire?
‘The coals must not be crammed together, or inserted into the holes in the matrix. A well laid out, generously spaced coal layout will give the best results. When lit the flames should not be hitting the sides of the firebox, if so adjust as necessary. No coals should be directly above a flame port.
Are ceramic logs better than concrete?
Vent-free gas logs are available in two types of logs, ceramic fiber logs and concrete refractory logs. The ceramic fiber logs will glow after about 15 minutes of use giving a more realistic burn where the concrete refractory logs will not glow at all but are more durable and intricate in their detail.
How high should flames be in a fireplace?
Then, turn the gas on and light the pilot. Turn the burner on and set the flame height to high. Take a reading. This time, you want to see an ideal reading of 3.5 inches or the pressure rating indicated in the manual.
Are rocks necessary in gas fireplace?
Do I need them? The main reason lava rocks are used in your fireplace is to complete the look of a natural log fire in your unit. They are generally not necessary to the function of your fireplace, but they do add to the ambiance and make it look better.
How do you arrange synthetic coals on a gas fire?
Where do lava rocks go on gas logs?
You can add lava rocks before or after you add the logs. Use lava rocks to pour on the base of your fireplace and around your burner pan. This is not to layer on top of anything!
Why are my gas logs turning black?
Soot buildup is commonly caused by clogged burner ports and improperly positioned fire-logs. A fire-log that’s out of position can obstruct the flame path that ensures the clean-burning of gas. This contributes to soot formation on the fireplace. Another primary cause of soot is clogged gas burner ports.
Can you use gas fire without coals?
Gas fire manufacturers will normally insist on their specific brand of coals to be used on their gas fires claiming it is unsafe or reduces the heat efficiency of the fire. Despite this 1000’s of people every year use non-standard ceramics on their gas fires without any problems.