Do I need to remove all lava rocks from the fireplace or just those in the pan ?
2031079
This goes under the lava rocks. Yes remove the rocks, add the sand and replace the rocks.
2031080
Just in the pan. Sand only goes in pan it helps to disburse the flame to give a more realistic look.
2031081
remove rocks from the pan, so as not to interfere/restrict gas flow thru' the sand.
2278631
the mfgr recommends that you not do that. they recommend using a single hot plate rather than a ceramic stove top. that is what i did.
1319864
yes. also I followed another reviewers advice to put fire bricks on top of the sand for easier cleaning.
129026
You can but once you place your logs; you'd want the area cleared before you start your fire. We have a gas fireplace and I am assuming you do as well.
65082
Short answer: they are released into the room. This can be done because the vent free fireplace is sufficiently clean burning enough not to cause health hazards. Be sure to check your local building codes however, because these have been banned in new building in certain locals.
1568472
Yep, you can cover it with lava rock...they send them with the package so seems odd that they'd even say that. It's a great product, we love it and use it often.
831531
Yes you can. I have a brinkman electric smoker. I use a small cast iron pan right on top of the burner now. In the past I just soaked them and sprinkled them around the burner on the lava rocks
1048629
No , just remove the grate and the logs. This unit puts out good heat , but we use for a backup
1363089
I don't have a propane fire pit, I use the gel fuel. I replaced the stones with fire glass and it looks much prettier than the stones that came with mine. but yes, they do turn black around the flame. I just add more glass on top and eventually replace the black glass with new glass. If you are thrifty, you can probably clean them and put them back in, but I'm too lazy for that:) I will probably collect the black ones and save them and try to clean some day so I don't have to buy new glass but for the moment, I have enough glass bought ahead that I don't have to worry about it for a while. It's just soot from the smoke. If u stick with the stones then buying a darker color is probably your best bet. I don't have a propane fire pit, I use the gel fuel. I replaced the stones with fire glass and it looks much prettier than the stones that came with mine. but yes, they do turn black around the flame. I just add more glass on top and eventually replace the black glass with new glass. If you are thrifty, you can probably clean them and put them back in, but I'm too lazy for that:) I will probably collect the black ones and save them and try to clean some day so I don't have to buy new glass but for the moment, I have enough glass bought ahead that I don't have to worry about it for a while.... » Read More I don't have a propane fire pit, I use the gel fuel. I replaced the stones with fire glass and it looks much prettier than the stones that came with mine. but yes, they do turn black around the flame. I just add more glass on top and eventually replace the black glass with new glass. If you are thrifty, you can probably clean them and put them back in, but I'm too lazy for that:) I will probably collect the black ones and save them and try to clean some day so I don't have to buy new glass but for the moment, I have enough glass bought ahead that I don't have to worry about it for a while. It's just soot from the smoke. If u stick with the stones then buying a darker color is probably your best bet. « Show Less
581107
You put wood chips in between element and try not to touch element on metal plate or lava rocks what you may have
1149635
I know you can use the lava rock and I assume the logs would be okay as well if you don't like the glass.
1824744
The ash can be removed after it has cooled with a small shovel or something similar. If desired, the fire pit can be cleaned with mild soap and water between uses.
136807
Yes, you can use glass. I took out the lava rock and put glass. You need about 14 pounds of glass. Looks Great!
2249978
Once you put in the gas pipes and the glass chips into your previously wood fireplace, you can no longer burn the wood any more ever again in the fireplace. You must convert the fireplace to gas and put the glass over to make it look nice, and to spread the flames. You can not burn wood any more. For safety, you should have a pro install the pipes and gas line. i did connect my own burner, then children's play sand, then tempered glass pieces, and do that work myself, once the plumber installed the gas line. Make sure to get a reputable plumber who specializes in it. Look on yelp for a good one and check comments. Some of them are real jerks. but a few are really good.
583879
I have a direct flame under my rock for sometimes an hour or more with no issues. Gas from your fireplace or gas from outdoor firepit is the gas and burns at the same temp. With that I don't have a degree in Fireglass or Fire. :)
1255116
Yes you can use it in place of the lava rocks or logs. If replacing logs take care to use the bigger pieces of glass to cover the flame tube and the breather block.
1176681
Sorry, I don't know. We switched to ceramic rocks and they look much better than the lava rocks.