Fireplaces, Heating Stoves, Flues and Chimneys - Replacing gas fireplace with wood fireplace !

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snoopy123123
01-30-08, 01:14 PM
I am planing to replace my vented gas fireplace with a wood fireplace. Is this possible and do I need a chimney ? What else do I need ?

Thanks for advice !

Ed Imeduc
01-30-08, 01:42 PM
Yes you for sure cant use the same flue that was on the gas for a wood firplace. You need a new flue there. Also look into a make up air near the fireplace from the outside ,for air to the fireplace flue.;)
jasper_60103
01-30-08, 05:11 PM
I think a pro would consider the job a brand new install $$$, except the gas line.

hix006
02-05-08, 12:27 PM
depends on what you have. I hear people all the time say they have a vented gas log fireplace and what they really have is vented gas logs in a masonary or prefab fireplace. in those circumstances removing the logs and getting a proper grate and either capping the line or adding a lighter bar is all that is necessary. however, other fireplaces ie direct vents and b vents are a completely different matter. consult a pro.
monster24
04-13-08, 04:36 AM
wise decision snoopy. i got rid of my gas fireplace recently to exchange to a wood one. Glad I did... Unfortunately I needed to get a pro to do the job, because of some building insurance policies. Hope you get you job done..
all the best
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