G42 Gas Fireplace
Overview
Enviro G42 Gas Fireplace The Enviro G42 Gas Fireplace is designed with Peace of Mind.We understand that surface temperatures are an important factor when considering how a fireplace will affect HDTVs or any framed decorations that might be mounted above. Heat rises naturally and with that in mind, every Enviro G42 Series Gas Fireplace comes equipped with our exclusive Cool Surface System.We designed this system to help channel excess rising heat up behind the wall and safely push it through an included vent bezel bypassing any valuables above your G Series fireplace.
Quick Specs
- BTUs: Up to 40,000 Input
- Heating Capacity: Up to 2,000 sq ft
- Viewing Area: 34 in (W) x 26-7/8 in (H)
Features
- Adjustable Ember Bed Lighting (IPI Log Burner)
- Cool Surface System HDK included.
- Clear View Safety Screen.
- Includes Painted Steel Liner.
- Includes Slim Face - Painted Black
- Glass or Log Burners
- Run-Quiet Fan System
- IPI Valve
- Clean Face Look - No Louvers
| BTU | 40,000 Input |
|---|---|
| Width | 49 in. |
| Height | 50 in. |
| Depth | 23 in. |
| Weight | 250 lbs. |
| Heating Capacity | Up to 2,000 sq ft. |
| Viewing Area |
34 in (W) x 26-7/8 in (H) |
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.
