A natural gas freestanding stove or fireplace is an efficient space heater. It can actually be used to heat entire areas of your home instead of using the furnace. Some models have built-in blowers to distribute heat. Others operate from a wall thermostat that can maintain desired room temperature. Gas fireplace inserts and stoves provide both radiant and convective heating.
Radiant heat is much like the sun's heat, warming surrounding surfaces.
Natural convection heat, usually assisted by optional or standard blowers, easily moves around comers and up stairwells. Almost Anywhere Natural gas fireplaces and stoves can be installed almost anywhere in a home, giving consumers complete freedom in redecorating or remodeling a room. Little nooks can be created in a kitchen or bedroom for placing a freestanding stove. Or a fireplace can be installed flush against almost any outer wall, in almost any room, and be vented directly outside. Because installation costs are considerably less than those of a site-built masonry fireplace, natural gas hearth products are popular in new construction and remodeling projects.