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Posted: 2/15/2021 7:18:36 PM EST

Is it better to run the gas fireplace overnight, or not run it? It's currently 55 upstairs, forecast is 10 F by morning.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:19:59 PM EST

[#1]

What, exactly, would be the downside?

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:20:33 PM EST

[#2]

Why would you not?

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:21:40 PM EST

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Pulling cold air from the outside inside, then up the chimney.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:22:04 PM EST

[#4]

I voted no.

Let’s see how cold OP can get it inside the house.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:22:26 PM EST

[#5]

I'd run it and sleep by it.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:23:10 PM EST

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Posted: 2/15/2021 7:23:44 PM EST

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Pulling cold air from the outside inside, then up the chimney.

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What, exactly, would be the downside?

Pulling cold air from the outside inside, then up the chimney.

I would be surprised if there exists a gas fireplace that puts out net negative heat...

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:24:44 PM EST

[#8]

I'd wait until summer. It will require less gas then.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:25:57 PM EST

[#9]

Mine does a great job in heating our large living area. Don't see why you should not run yours.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:26:20 PM EST

[#10]

87% yes.
That means you gotta do it.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:28:03 PM EST

[#11]

Why else do you have it?

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:28:24 PM EST

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Why do you have a gas fireplace if you think it’s going to pull in more cold air than it puts out warm air?

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:28:38 PM EST

[#13]

I don't understand. Is this a fire place or an air conditioner? I have a wood insert in my fire place and it heats the house. How would a gas fireplace cool the house?

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:29:07 PM EST

[#14]

This has gotta be a trick pole...

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:29:51 PM EST

[#15]

Good lord...

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:30:33 PM EST

[#16]

I vote to run the fireplace so it heats up the outside.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:30:36 PM EST

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Is it better to run the gas fireplace overnight, or not run it? It's currently 55 upstairs, forecast is 10 F by morning.

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Ice storm knocked our power out in 2009. We used our gas fireplace for 2 days with no problems. We had to turn it off every now and then because it would get too hot inside even on the low setting.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:31:20 PM EST

[#18]

Are you the guy that cut my buddies gate lock horn hunting and "lost?". ...texas plate? ..star in your back window?

Yeah man use the heat.

...kidding

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:32:07 PM EST

[#19]

Nah, see if you can make it just for funsies

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:32:07 PM EST

[#20]

I'd run it.
But I wouldn't sleep with it running with out a CO detector

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:33:02 PM EST

[#21]

I plan on waking up in the morning and seeing my own breath.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:33:41 PM EST

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He could be the hero Texas needs

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:33:47 PM EST

[#23]

Unless you enjoy frozen pipes an subsequent burst pipes, I’d suggest running the gas log.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:34:25 PM EST

[#24]

Some of those things can really heat up the wall with no fan.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:35:43 PM EST

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I don't understand. Is this a fire place or an air conditioner? I have a wood insert in my fire place and it heats the house. How would a gas fireplace cool the house?

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I like to run it on the rare cold evening here, but it seems more ornamental than practical.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:36:35 PM EST

[#26]

It depends on whether its vented or not. If its not make sure you have a CO detector and only run a few hours at a time. If its vented to outside Id run as much as needed to be comfortable.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:36:35 PM EST

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This and a NG detector if one exists. I know they are made for propane.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:36:51 PM EST

[#28]

Mine brought the temp up 6-7* last night.

Co2 detector near the fireplace and one on my headboard.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:37:15 PM EST

[#29]

Just open all your doors and windows and get it over with.

JK. Yes, you should run the fireplace.

Does it not have an air intake vent or something? Even if it doesn't, it will warm the house unless something is terribly wrong with your setup.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:37:25 PM EST

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In a sleeping bag...

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:39:23 PM EST

[#31]

All this global warming.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:39:59 PM EST

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It depends on whether its vented or not. If its not make sure you have a CO detector and only run a few hours at a time. If its vented to outside Id run as much as needed to be comfortable.

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It's a wood burning fire place with a gas log installed. I bowed to the wisdom of the hive mind and lit it. I'm going to haunt y'all if we're frozen stiff by morning.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:40:01 PM EST

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Since it's not a ventless (no flue or chimney), that's unlikely to be an issue, though CO buildup with them generally isn't an issue anyhow.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:41:56 PM EST

[#34]

If your house layout permits, isolate that room by closing doors and/or hanging blankets. Then camp out in that room.
Don't try or expect that you'll be able to heat the whole house.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:44:55 PM EST

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No, don't do this.

Keep all of the interior doors open, and open up any cabinets underneath any sink.

You don't want to help the outside air freeze your pipes.

You'll sleep fine under blankets. Some people even sleep outside in weather like this without a fire.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:46:27 PM EST

[#36]

55 is not so cold but might be slightly uncomfortable. When temps hit under 40 it’s cold. I live in the bay. So plus 40 feels like 15 or 20. So it depends on where you live.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:47:01 PM EST

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It's a wood burning fire place with a gas log installed. I bowed to the wisdom of the hive mind and lit it. I'm going to haunt y'all if we're frozen stiff by morning.

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It depends on whether its vented or not. If its not make sure you have a CO detector and only run a few hours at a time. If its vented to outside Id run as much as needed to be comfortable.

It's a wood burning fire place with a gas log installed. I bowed to the wisdom of the hive mind and lit it. I'm going to haunt y'all if we're frozen stiff by morning.

It's weird to me that you think adding heat will cause your house to get colder due to drafting.

Even if you opened the windows and doors - having the damn heater on will be warmer than without it. This is very basic stuff.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:50:45 PM EST

[#38]

This is why we laugh at you, Texas. This.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:51:52 PM EST

[#39]

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If your house layout permits, isolate that room by closing doors and/or hanging blankets. Then camp out in that room.
Don't try or expect that you'll be able to heat the whole house.

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And... then your pipes will freeze. Everything gets opened up. Entry doors, closet door, cabinet doors.

The idea is to not let the pipes freeze

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:53:32 PM EST

[#40]

Nevermind. I have an in insert with a real brick chimney and firewood. I forget about the ornamental stuff.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:53:44 PM EST

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It's a wood burning fire place with a gas log installed. I bowed to the wisdom of the hive mind and lit it. I'm going to haunt y'all if we're frozen stiff by morning.

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If that's the case, light it, then toss a few actual logs on it.

More power!

ETA: If you have a leaf blower, you can boost the fireplace's output.

Fact

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:54:11 PM EST

[#42]

I vote no. Instead see if you can order a tent with a stove jack and a stove on Amazon and get it by tomorrow.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:55:49 PM EST

[#43]

I just find it ironic that the natural gas capital of the United States is shivering in the dark tonight.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:56:03 PM EST

[#44]

is your landlord on arfcom?

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:57:00 PM EST

[#45]

Be nice. He's obviously hypothermic and delirious.

Yes friend.......fire hot........you go now.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:57:31 PM EST

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Nude on a bearskin rug?

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:58:08 PM EST

[#47]

I nominate this thread for worst OP, and best responses of the year to date.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:58:14 PM EST

[#48]

My parents live in McKinney (north of Dallas) and were without power from 0200 until a few minutes ago. They have a gas log fireplace in the living room and one in the master bedroom.

Dad went in a while ago to turn on the bedroom fireplace prior to bedtime. It was 39 degrees in there.

Posted: 2/15/2021 7:59:13 PM EST

[#49]

Ok OP to make you feel better - Yes use it. The problem I think you are referencing is if the fire burns out cold air will be drawn down the Chimney into the house with the flue open. As long as you can keep a fire lit or nice warm coals burning this won't happen. Once you are done using close the flue or cold air will come down and into house.