White Mountain Hearth Empire Loft Linear Fireplace

A direct-vent system is a sealed combustion process that draws 100% of the air needed for the fire from outside your home and exhausts all combustion byproducts back outside. This means the fireplace does not consume your indoor oxygen or introduce combustion gases into your living space, keeping your indoor air quality clean and safe.

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

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

With a heat output of up to 31,000 BTU/hr, this fireplace is designed to provide significant supplemental warmth for a medium-to-large room. While it can effectively heat a living area, it is generally intended as a secondary heat source rather than a replacement for your home's central heating system.

Yes, this is a built-in unit, meaning it is designed to be framed into a wall. Because it is a direct-vent fireplace, you will also need to plan for the venting path to an exterior wall or roof, which requires professional installation to ensure it meets local building codes and safety standards.