Some types of fireplaces have a round decorative slot for controlling the gas valve.
Lighting a fireplace.
Most gas fireplaces have a standing pilot light which is a small flame that burns even when you aren t using the fireplace.
This will allow the inside of the fireplace to come to room temperature.
You will control the gas flow with a fireplace key sometimes called a hex key as you light the fireplace.
Air out the fireplace before lighting it.
Fireplace lighting not only is functional but it also helps highlight your fireplace as a focal point in your home.
This makes the fireplace easy to start when it s cold outside but when it warms up it s a good idea to shut off the pilot to conserve gas.
Cold air is heavier than warm air so if the outside is too cold it can create a river of cold air flowing down the chimney into the.
Let s t ake a look at some industry standard lights used on fireplaces to get started.
There are over thousands of lighting choices to choose from so it can get overwhelming.
It s usually located near the fireplace usually to the immediate left right or on the floor.
To keep yourself from getting injured stay vigilant at all times and adhere to any safety instructions mentioned in your fireplace s user manual.