What you get
The Empire VFS36FB0F Vent-Free Gas Fireplace is a vent-free gas fireplace; its listing doesn't state a heating area or heat output, so size it with the maker's manual.
There's no vent, so all the heat lands in the room along with the water vapour combustion makes. Follow the minimum room size in its manual, and confirm vent-free heaters are allowed where you live. Vent-free vs direct-vent.
Also on the listing: overall dimensions of 23.43 in (D) x 39.5 in (W) x 41.12 in (H).
The figures, from the maker
Each figure is the maker's or the listing's own, with its source marked. A figure the maker doesn't give is shown as not stated.
| Model number | VFS36FB0F | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (seller) | 23.43"D x 39.5"W x 41.12"H | Retailer |
| Mounting / installation | Freestanding | Retailer |
| Features (seller) | Energy Efficient | Retailer |
| Venting | Vent-Free | Retailer |
Is it the right heater for the room?
Pick it when
- Supplemental heat for one room
- Homes with gas or propane
Pass on it when
- Bedrooms and small rooms the manual excludes
- Places where local code bans vent-free heaters
Where it wins, where it gives ground
Wins
- No chimney needed
Gives ground
- Adds moisture to the room
- Restricted by some local codes
- Needs a gas line
Know before you install
- Figures are the maker's own and are rated in the maker's conditions. Installation, venting, chimney, gas and electrical work follow the manual and local code, carried out by a qualified installer.
Heaters to weigh against it
Other gas stoves, fireplaces and inserts in the same heat range
- Monessen ACUF36-BD Vent-Free Gas Fireplace
- Comfort Glow GFD3840T Dual-Fuel Vent-Free Gas Fireplace
- Empire VFS42FB0F Vent-Free Gas Fireplace
- Superior VRT3542 Vent-Free Gas Fireplace
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Questions about this model
Does the Empire VFS36FB0F Vent-Free Gas Fireplace need a vent or chimney?
Bottom line
Built for supplemental heat for one room.