DXV45 Deep Timber 4 LX Gas Fireplace
Overview
The DXV45 DT4 direct vent gas fireplace has the pleasing dimensions of a large, traditional fireplace and an amazing range of 45,000—10,000 BTUH. The 21" deep firebox is filled with rustic ranch logs. At the push of a button, you can have anything from a roaring, flame-filled fireplace to the romantic, smoldering logs and glowing coals of a late night campfire.
Quick Specs
- BTUs: Up to 40,000 Input
Natural Gas
| BTU | 13,000 - 45,000 Input |
|---|---|
| Width | 40-3/8 in. |
| Height | 39 in. |
| Depth | 19-1/8 in. |
| Weight | 290 lbs. |
Liquid Propane
| BTU | 12,500 - 40,000 Input |
|---|---|
| Width | 40-3/8 in. |
| Height | 39 in. |
| Depth | 19-1/8 in. |
| Weight | 290 lbs. |
Hearth Blog Posts
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.
Idaho Fireplace Permit & Code Guide: What's Required Where
Adding a fireplace or wood stove in Idaho? What's required depends on where you live and what you install. This guide covers gas vs. solid-fuel permits, EPA certification, clearances, chimney code, and Idaho's air-quality rules — by jurisdiction.
