Empire Loft Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

Zero clearance means the fireplace is engineered to be installed directly against combustible materials like wood framing or drywall. This gives you much more flexibility in where you place the unit, as you won't need to build out a large, non-combustible buffer zone around the firebox.

Yes, the Empire Loft is compatible with both natural gas and propane. You will need to specify your fuel type at the time of purchase, as the fireplace is factory-configured for one or the other.

The millivolt system uses a standing pilot light that stays on constantly, allowing the fireplace to operate even during a power outage. The electronic ignition system uses an intermittent pilot, meaning it only lights when you turn the fireplace on, which saves fuel but requires electricity to function.

The fireplace comes complete with the clear frost crushed glass media and the matte black liner, so you don't need to purchase additional decorative elements to achieve the look shown.

This unit offers a variable heat output ranging from 22,000 to 31,000 BTU/hr. It is designed to provide efficient supplemental heating for a standard-sized living area, though the exact coverage depends on your home's insulation and ceiling height.

No, this is a direct-vent fireplace, which means it vents directly through an exterior wall or roof using a specialized pipe system. It pulls fresh air from outside for combustion and exhausts fumes outside, keeping your indoor air quality clean.