FV44i Decor/Timberline Gas Insert
Overview
The FV44i Timberline/Décor gas fireplace insert becomes whatever you want it to be—from simple and understated to bold and dramatic. No matter whether you choose a traditional log set or contemporary media, it will always be a smart alternative to your existing woodburning fireplace. With up to 29,000 BTUH operating at a 73.2% efficiency, you'll handle cool days and chilly evenings in style. Transform your existing hearth with a Mendota gas fireplace insert. Whether you’re looking to enhance the beauty of your space or the performance of your current fireplace, a Mendota gas fireplace insert is the upgrade your home needs. Inserts are ideal for homeowners who want to update the style and function of their current fireplace without undertaking an extensive home renovation.
Quick Specs
- BTUs: Up to 29,000 Input
Natural Gas
| BTU | 18,000 - 29,000 Input |
|---|---|
| Width | 33-1/4 in. |
| Height | 23-5/8 in. |
| Depth | 17-3/4 in. |
| Weight | 200 lbs. |
| Viewing Area | 32-3/8 (W) x 23 (H) in. |
Liquid Propane
| BTU | 22,000 - 29,000 Input |
|---|---|
| Width | 33-1/4 in. |
| Height | 23-5/8 in. |
| Depth | 17-3/4 in. |
| Weight | 200 lbs. |
| Viewing Area | 32-3/8 (W) x 23 (H) in. |
Minimum Fireplace Opening
| Width | 33-1/4 in. |
|---|---|
| Height | 24-1/4 in. |
| Depth | 17-3/4 in. |
Hearth Blog Posts
Choosing the Right Fireplace for a Mountain Home
A fireplace is the heart of a mountain home — but mountain living brings cold, outages, high altitude, and big open rooms. Here's how to choose between wood, gas, pellet, and electric, and get the heat, safety, and scale right.
Can a Fireplace Actually Heat My Home?
A fireplace won't replace your furnace — but it can meaningfully heat the spaces where you actually spend your time, reduce your furnace run time by 20–40%, and keep your family warm during a power outage. This guide explains how zone heating works, compares BTU output and efficiency across gas, wood, and electric fireplaces (with specific models from Valor, Kozy Heat, Heatilator, Heat & Glo, and Stûv), walks through three real-world Idaho heating scenarios, and shows you why a fireplace BTU feels warmer than a furnace BTU.
Wood-Burning vs. Gas Fireplace: Total Cost of Ownership in Idaho
Most people compare wood and gas fireplaces by sticker price and stop there — but the purchase price is only part of the story. The real question is total cost of ownership: what you'll spend over the years to buy, fuel, and maintain it, plus the value of things that never show up on a receipt, like ambiance and heat during a power outage. This guide breaks down the true 10-year cost of each in Idaho using real local numbers — the cheapest natural gas in the country (~$0.50/therm) and affordable firewood (~$200/cord) — across upfront, fuel, and maintenance. Spoiler: gas usually wins on cost, but wood wins on the intangibles. Here's how to decide which is right for your home.
