FV34 Arch Gas Fireplace
Overview
Luxury with every look, Thoughtful gazes or fleeting glances—every look at your Mendota FullView gas fireplace reminds you of why you chose the best. Cleaning ashes and stacking wood become distant memories. With the touch of a button, you can change the entire mood of your room or the outlook on your day. Our fires tend to FullView Model FV46 with Swedish Nickel Traditions front, Birch firebase and Panoramic Black Porcelain Reflective interior lining your needs, not the other way around. Then there’s the quiet confidence of knowing every Mendota fire burns with a century-old tradition of craftsmanship and gas technology. You’re also in complete control of design elements from fronts to doors, even interior linings, so you can build a fireplace that fits your exact style. Go ahead, take another look. You’ve earned it.
Quick Specs
- BTUs: Up to 31,500 Input
- Viewing Area: (H) 24-3/8 in x (W) 29-1/2 in
Natural Gas
| BTU | 8,965 - 31,500 Input |
|---|---|
| Width | 39-7/16 in. |
| Height | 40-7/16 in. |
| Depth | 14-9/16 in. |
| Weight | 250 lbs. |
| Viewing Area | 29-1/2 (W) x 24-3/8 (H) in. |
Liquid Propane
| Width | 39-7/16 in. |
|---|---|
| Height | 40-7/16 in. |
| Depth | 14-9/16 in. |
| Weight | 250 lbs. |
| Viewing Area | 29-1/2 (W) x 24-3/8 (H) in. |
Framing Dimensions
| Width | 40-5/8 in. |
|---|---|
| Height | 40-3/4 in. |
| Depth | 14-5/8 in. |
Hearth Blog Posts
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.
Fireplace Insert vs. New Fireplace: Which Makes Sense for Your Home
If you want a better fireplace, you have two fundamentally different paths: drop an insert into an existing fireplace, or install a brand-new unit. They sound similar, but they solve different problems, cost different amounts, and suit different homes — and the right choice usually comes down to one question: do you already have a usable fireplace opening? This guide breaks down both options across cost, efficiency, placement, and installation, with clear "choose this if" guidance. You'll learn why both crush an open masonry hearth on efficiency (10–20% vs. 70–90%), when an insert is the smart, cost-effective upgrade, and when a new built-in fireplace's placement freedom is worth the extra investment.
How to Buy a Fireplace in Idaho: Gas vs. Wood vs. Pellet
Before you can enjoy a fireplace, you have to make the first big decision: gas, wood, or pellet? Each fuel type has real strengths and real trade-offs, and the right choice depends on how you'll use it, what heat you want, how much maintenance you'll do, and what fuel is available where you live. This Idaho buyer's guide compares all three side by side — efficiency, upfront and fuel costs, heat output, power-outage performance, and maintenance — then walks through Idaho-specific factors like climate, burn regulations, and fuel availability. Includes a clear decision framework and the brands to look for: Kozy Heat, Heatilator, Heat & Glo, Valor, and Stûv.
