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Ensure a safe and enjoyable experience with your outdoor gas burning fire pit by following key safety guidelines. Familiarize yourself with the manufacturer's manual for proper setup and operation, choose a safe location away from flammable materials, perform regular inspections for wear and leaks, and never leave the fire pit unattended during use. Use only the recommended fuel type and keep safety tools like a fire extinguisher or sand bucket nearby. By adhering to these practices, you can enjoy countless warm gatherings with peace of mind.

This article serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding gas line sizing for fire features, such as fireplaces, gas logs, and fire pits. It addresses common questions and provides crucial considerations for optimal design performance and safety. Through this Tech Talk, readers will gain insight into the factors affecting gas line sizing and learn how to make informed decisions regarding their gas appliances, ensuring both efficiency and reliability in their installations.

You've waited all winter to get back outside and enjoy the warm weather, but that also means it's time to get your outdoor space cleaned up and ready to use. Don't worry, we've put together a list of our favorite fire pit accessories designed to make your spring cleanups quick and easy! 

If you're wondering how to measure for gas logs or how to choose the gas log set that best fits your home, then check out this helpful article complete with a gas log sizing chart! 

Learn how to easily measure your items with our quick guide to measuring tape. You can learn all the ins and outs to what line means what and how to measure items with ease!

Finding and replacing items for your fireplace can be a difficult feat. You need serial numbers for certain types of fireplaces as well as parts. We are here to make this easy peasy for you! With this blog on your side, we are going to show you where to look and how to find serial numbers for your fireplace!

Can it be done? Yes, you can convert your wood-burning fireplace to a gas fireplace!

Are you looking to install a burner for your fire pit? There are so many choices and we want to help you find the right one! Our burner blog will get you there!

Gas. It burns cleaner and hotter than wood. But what is the difference between propane and natural gas? Whew, do I have news for you! Take a peek and find out some awesome facts about your gas burning options!

There are several benefits to adding a fireplace to your home. Check out just a few of them here!

Let's talk about stainless steel. We want you to be prepared for what stainless steel can do when inside or outside. So...we put together all this knowledge in one place just for you! Check it out!

Fireplaces are for more than aesthetics! It's good to know how to use your fireplace for heating or food just in case you can't use the kitchen.

We want to help you reduce your carbon footprint and bring your fireplace green! We will go over information, tips, and how-tos, to help bring your fireplace to an eco-friendly status! 

Keep your family and home safe with these 5 reasons to add fireplace doors to your fireplace!

This is a great introduction to fireplace inserts for deciding if it's the right purchase for you!

Getting a blower for your fireplace is a great way to make your fireplace more efficient and save money!

Do you enjoy a good fireplace but would rather have one that brings the whole family together? If so, a fire urn may be just what you need! ...

Stand-alone grills and built-in grills are both amazing pieces of technology. Neither one is better than the other. However, each has its...

Custom fireplace doors are fascinating. When the time comes for you to have your fireplace doors replaced, or to get some in the first place, it...

Tiki torches can make your garden more festive during summertime. Their flickering flames are not just exciting but comforting as well. Before installing and twisting them into your ground, consider the tiki torch tips we have here for a more appealing outdoor space.

Swimming pool scuppers act as both aesthetic enhancers as well as convenient swimming pool upgrades. They’re an incredible addition to your...

  Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete, or GFRC, was first adopted on a commercial level in the 1970s and has quickly grown to be one...

Before you order and install a new ventless gas log set or coal basket into your home, you may want to go through this checklist to make sure you’re purchasing the right log set for your fireplace.

Do you know what type of fireplace opening you have and what glass fireplace door will be compatible with it?

Learn about the differences in the 3 various fireplace door styles available on our website: cabinet, trackless bi-fold, and tracked bifold doors. Which one is easier to clean? Which one is great for smaller spaces? Read on to find out! 

 

Wondering how to paint fireplace mesh or how to refinish an old fireplace screen? In our latest how-to video by the experts here at Fireplace Doors Online, see just how simple it is to paint a fireplace mesh curtain DIY-style! 

As the last few dog days of summer dwindle down, and the children rush off to school, the leaves will start to turn colors, and the temperatures will start to drop. When the crisp scent of Autumn pervades your senses, you might start to think about using your fireplace soon.  Fireplace Doors Online will help you to make sure your fireplace is ready for the winter season, by learning about your gas valve and how you can replace it if needed.

The decorative gas valve key is an essential part of your valve assembly. We have a variety of beautiful Dante valve keys, available in different finishes and sizes. But what exactly does a gas valve key do? Read this informative article to find out more!

Ever wonder what an escutcheon is? What many people are not aware of is that this device appears in many areas all over your home, and don't necessarily have to be gas fire feature related! Let us explain all about what an escutcheon is and how it is utilized!

Our steel mantel shelves are incredibly durable and built to last! Made from heavy-duty steel by the hands of the American craftsmen, these mantel shelves come in all different sizes and styles. A great addition to any outdoor or electric fireplace, steel mantel shelves can top any of these heating appliances with style!

Installing a mesh curtain and rod kit onto your masonry fireplace is quite easy when you follow these step by step instructions! With photos showing each step, you'll have your hanging mesh curtain installed in no time!

Fireplace Doors Online has explained the differences between Masonry and Zero Clearance fireplaces in the past, but today we explore a little more in-depth, the components that make a Masonry Fireplace.

Fireplace Doors Online has some easy tips to help you with the proper cleaning and care of your gas log lighter! When the bonfire season has come to an end for your backyard fire pit, it is wise to make sure that ash buildup and soot is removed from your log starter. This ensures a well-running device that will continue to be safe to operate in your home!

In just five steps you can transform your pre-fab fireplace from drab to fab! We provide instructions, product ideas, and even recipes for all-natural cleaners to help you out!

If you are planning on installing an outdoor fire feature, or perhaps converting your wood-burning fire pit to a gas-fueled option, you'll need to decide if you want to use natural gas or propane. What many people don't know is that there is a big difference between the two. So much, in fact, that additional ventilation and an air mixer are required in order to ensure that your propane accent is operating properly. Fireplace Doors Online is here to explain the difference between the two gasses, and why it is so important for propane to be properly aerated!

The heating season is winding down and you’re giving your wood or pellet stove its last thorough cleaning when – uh oh! You notice a small crack on the exterior housing. While this may seem alarming at first, it may not be as some of us may think. Take a deep breath and let’s evaluate the situation together.

In 1968 Heatilator had the number one best selling masonry form fireplace on the market - the Mark 123 fireplace.  At the time, these fireplaces were revolutionary in the way they helped you heat your room. And, chances are, if you have a home that was built in the 1970s and you haven't remodeled, then you probably have an old Mark Series Heatilator fireplace in your den, living room, or family room. We'll show you how to update that 1970's look in no time!

Learn how easy it is to take your prefab fireplace from drab to fab.  Cover those unsightly louvers in a safe and coded way with a fireplace refacing at Fireplace Doors Online.