{"product_id":"empire-loft-18-contemporary-vent-free-gas-burner","title":"Empire Loft 18\" Contemporary Vent Free Gas Burner - VFRL18N","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEmpire Loft 18\" Contemporary Vent Free Gas Burner - VFRL18N\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLoft Burners deliver a contemporary look with an artistic flair – by itself or accessorized to suit the room. Choose decorative tops and firebox liners, in reflective black or brushed stainless steel, and crushed glass in black polished, blue clear, and clear frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA vent-free Millivolt Loft Burner may also be installed as a decorative appliance in a vented fireplace to provide ambiance and light – but without the heat. In a vented installation, the burner cannot be operated by thermostat, and the flue damper must be blocked open.  A damper clamp is included with all Loft burners.  Because IP Loft Burners include a thermostat remote and may not be installed as decorative appliances, a non-thermostat remote is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e18, 24 and 30-inch Vent-Free Burners – up to 40,000 Btu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMillivolt models include an on\/off switch but will operate with Empire remote controls and thermostats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIntermittent Pilot models include a variable flame height thermostat remote control with 30 percent turndown (for vent-free installation only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"30\" data-end=\"219\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"32\" data-end=\"219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"32\" data-end=\"60\"\u003eModern, Minimalist Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"63\"\u003eThe Loft 18\" Vent-Free Burner brings a clean, contemporary aesthetic—perfect for modern homes or spaces where traditional log sets don’t fit the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"370\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"370\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"250\"\u003eEfficient Heating Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"253\"\u003eProduces up to 26,000 BTUs on natural gas, providing reliable supplemental heat with excellent energy efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"515\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"515\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"399\"\u003eVent-Free Versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eInstalls easily in approved vent-free fireboxes and can also be used as a decorative vented setup if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"676\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"676\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"549\"\u003eConvenient Control Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"552\"\u003eFeatures a millivolt ignition system that’s remote-ready, allowing operation via wall switch or remote for easy control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eCustomizable Aesthetics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eCompatible with multiple decorative media options such as glass, stones, or contemporary fire rock kits to match your space’s look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eDurable, Quality Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"885\"\u003eBuilt with precision-engineered components for long-lasting performance and smooth, consistent flame behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"336\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"183\"\u003eQ: What is the Empire Loft 18\" Vent-Free Gas Burner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"186\"\u003eA: A \u003cstrong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"228\"\u003econtemporary vent-free gas burner\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to deliver modern, clean-burning flames—perfect for minimalist and contemporary fireplace designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"531\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eQ: What makes the Loft Series unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"382\"\u003eA: The \u003cstrong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eLoft Series\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a \u003cstrong data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"445\"\u003esleek, linear flame pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e with the option to pair with decorative glass media or stones for a modern aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eQ: What type of gas does this model use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"580\"\u003eA: The \u003cstrong data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eVFRL18N\u003c\/strong\u003e is configured for \u003cstrong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"632\"\u003enatural gas\u003c\/strong\u003e operation; 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