Question by tonys_tiger_20: If you buy a propane “fireplace” what would you need to do to hook it up?
I mean.. what would be involved.. how would you connect it to the propane tank outside?? is it costly?? would it be easier to buy a “gel fueled” fireplace that uses the canned fuel??

This is to use as backup heat when the power goes out this winter.

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Answer by a few too many
Most kits like this come with everything you need to connect it to a gas line. You will have to drill through your fireplace to get the line outside of the house. About a 3/4 inch hole will work well. Then you will have to get 1/2 inch or 5/8 inch copper tubing to connect to the fireplace and to the tank outside. (Most come in 50 foot rolls). You will also need a tank and a pressure valve. The gas line should be run underground as well.

Where are you buying this fireplace? Most companies that sell this stuff have people trained and available to install them for you. Check with a HVAC contractor and with the company you plan on getting propane gas from.

Good luck.

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