Vented Gas Logs Vs Wood Burning

The epa estimates that gas fireplaces emit 99 fewer particlesthan wood burners.

Vented gas logs vs wood burning.

Wood burning fireplaces and vented gas log fireplaces both require a chimney or similar ventilation to remove dangerous chemicals created by burning fuels. Vented gas logs produce the best aesthetic of a real wood burning fireplace. Gas logs are a much safer heating and aesthetic alternative to a real fire especially if you have pets kids or limited space. Direct vent and b vent gas fireplaces are capable of safely venting through horizontal ventilation flues that offer interior design versatility unavailable with wood burning fireplaces that can only vent vertically.

Fully vented gas logs must be burned in a fireplace that is capable of burning real wood and must be burned with the damper open. Some cities have no burn regulations at various times. Gas logs are more environmentally friendly. The realism of the vented gas logs will be better than those in ventless gas log sets.

The reason for this is that they do not burn the gas cleanly and create exhaust that is very similar to burning a real wood fire. Real logs run the danger of producing flying sparks and creosote buildup in the chimney itself but gas logs produce a tame flame and put less matter into the air when burned. If you re looking to add a supplemental efficient heat source to your home you may want to go with a vent free gas log set. This exhaust needs to be able to go up the chimney.

Also even the pleasant aroma of burning wood can be environmental and health hazards. Unlike vented these logs do not require a chimney or flue to operate allowing more heat to stay in your home.