Asked by: Odalys Pressler
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Can you use propane for a gas fireplace?

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As long as there is space for a propane tank, gas fireplaces powered by propane can be installed anywhere. And propane can also be used for more than one item, like your Napoleon® grill, a Patioflame® or an outdoor fireplace.


Hereof, can you use propane in a natural gas fireplace?

Gas Logs are either made to burn Natural Gas or Liquid Propane. So you cannot use a Natural Gas burner with Liquid Propane or visa versa. You must make sure you order the correct burner for the type of gas you will be using. The major differences are in the burner orifices and safety pilot choices.

Likewise, how do you hook up a propane tank to a gas fireplace? The propane is fed to the fireplace via a gas hose line. The hose line is attached to the propane tank with a gas hose pressure regulator valve. The regulator valve is installed by screwing it into the propane tank valve. This makes propane tanks easy to replace once they have run out of fuel.

Keeping this in consideration, what size propane tank do you need for a gas fireplace?

20 Pound Tanks One of the most common residential propane tanks is the 20 lb. tank, which is the size of the tank you hook up to your propane gas grill or for other modest residential energy needs, like a fireplace. 20 lb.

Are propane fireplaces expensive to run?

In Propane, there is about 91,500 BTU in a gallon. For the equivalent in a gas insert or gas fireplace, a large could use about 40,000 BTU/hour and in this case would cost about $0.40/hour to operate for natural gas and about $1.31/hour for propane.

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How do I know if my gas logs are natural gas or propane?

The serial tag and rating plate contain the gas type information, either natural gas (NG) or liquid propane (LP). If a gas product is converted to the other type of gas, a sticker is placed near the original serial tag and rating plate to indicate the gas type change.

Laarbi Taboada

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What happens if you use propane on a natural gas heater?

The reason for this is because natural gas orifices are larger than propane orifices strictly because of gas service pressure. Conversely, trying to use a propane appliance with natural gas will likely result in a very small flame or no burner flame at all because of the lower pressure gas and the smaller orifice.

Yordi Iachini

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Is propane cheaper than natural gas?

Propane is usually more expensive than natural gas, but the same amount produces about twice as much heat. In some areas, natural gas is more economical, and in others, propane costs less. Both types of fuel are more efficient and less expensive than electricity in many regions.

Shamaila Kalbrunner

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Can you switch from propane to natural gas?

Most propane furnaces, fireplaces and some stoves can be converted to natural gas by simply changing the orifice. Hot water tanks vary in their conversion capabilities. In order to convert your heating and appliances, please consult with a licensed heating contractor or plumber.

Arion Vertkov

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Are propane fireplaces efficient?

Propane fireplaces heat your home efficiently
Propane fireplaces are more efficient than traditional wood burning fireplaces because they convert most of the fuel to usable heat. The amount of propane you use depends on how cold it is outside and how warm you are attempting to keep the inside.

Aylen Badyashin

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How much is a propane fireplace insert?

A gas-burning fireplace insert heats 1,000 to 3,000 square feet, depending on its size. Talk to your insert dealer about the size of your existing fireplace and what heating capacity you can expect from an insert. Inserts cost $3,000 to $4,000, including installation and a chimney liner.

Pelegri Hochgrabe

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Does propane burn hotter than natural gas?

Answer: Propane as a gas burns higher and hotter than natural gas. However, when a barbecue is manufactured for use with natural gas, specific valves are used. These valves allow more natural gas to enter the barbecue's burner systems.

Doloris Liebe

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How do you clean the pilot light on a gas fireplace?

How to Clean a Pilot Assembly on a Propane Fireplace
  1. Turn off the fireplace if it is on and shut off the main gas valve.
  2. Use a flashlight to look into the tube where the pilot flame comes out.
  3. Use a can of compressed air to blow the dust and dirt off of the end of the innermost tube.
  4. Turn the gas valve back on and attempt to light the pilot.

Winfred Vikhansky

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How long will 100 pound propane tank last?

A 100 pound propane cylinder holds approximately 23.6 gallons when completely full, and an 80,000 BTU appliance that ran 24 hours a day the propane would last about 1.12 days. If the appliance ran for 12 hours a day, the propane in the tank would last about 2.24 days.

Soodia Frases

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How long will a 100 lb propane tank last for gas logs?

If you use your propane fireplace for two hours a day, seven days a week, the 100-pound propane bottle will fuel your fireplace for almost six weeks. If you used your fireplace four hours a day, the bottle would last around three weeks.

Laurinda Maneesh

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How far can a propane tank be from a house?

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The minimum distance from the opening of a building is 10 feet. The minimum distance from any source of ignition is 10 feet. The minimum distance from a property line is 10 feet.

Eileen Jakhnenko

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When should I fill my home propane tank?

The Best Time to Get a Propane Tank Refill. Instead of waiting to run out of propane before refilling, we recommend filling your tank up when it has 2 pounds of fuel left.

Belarmina Garbayo

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How long does a 500 lb propane tank last?

As a rule of thumb, one tank of propane will typically last between 18-20 hours if you're grilling on a medium-sized grill. Whereas larger grills can burn through 20-pounds of propane in as little as 10 hours. On average, you'll use one or two pounds of fuel per meal if you use a medium-sized grill on high heat.

Vitorina Koellerer

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Boi Weglehner

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Do I need a regulator for my propane fireplace?

First, you will need a second (low pressure) regulator that further reduces the 10 psi inlet gas to 11" WC (1/2 psi). The typical system is a high pressure (10 psi) regulator right on the tank, piping from that to a low pressure regulator near the appliance but still outside the house, which feeds the appliance(s).

François

Reviewer

Where do you put a propane tank?

A propane tank less than 125 gallons can be placed adjacent to the house, while larger tanks must be at least 10' away. This means the tank can be more easily disguised by planting a bush or tree in front of it, making the tank placement more visually inconspicuous.

Sherrie Garabieta

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Enda Basedahl

Reviewer

Is a 20 lb propane tank high or low pressure?

According to the national standards publication NFPA58, a propane tank with 20 pounds (5 Gal) of gas at 70°F would have a pressure of 145 psi; at 90°F, pressure would increase to 180 psi; at 105°F, pressure continues to rise to 235 psi, and at 130°F, pressures of 315 psi would be reached.

Marillac Zoroa

Reviewer

Are all propane regulators the same?

Are All Gas Grill Regulators the Same? Every propane gas grill uses an LP regulator, but not all regulators are created equal. Though the purpose is the same, different types of setups require different types of regulators. The type of regulator a grill needs is based on the specific propane application requirements.