Fireplaces, Heating Stoves, Flues and Chimneys - Switching from gas insert to wood burning insert

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thevignoes
01-21-08, 06:39 AM
We have been researching wood burning inserts over the net and find all of the references starting with the phrase, "...designed for use in masonary fireplaces...". We currently have a gas fireplace insert and would like to switch to a wood burning style-is this possible?:confused:

hankhill6018
01-22-08, 04:56 AM
While I don't think it is possible due to a gas fire will have a controlled burn as opposed to wood fire, I would look up the specs of the insert. If you have no luck there, seek the advise of a fireplace shop.

I will say this, if you gas insert has any knockouts removed or any part drilled out for the installation of a gas line, I wouldn't switch it over.