@@diywithandrew We have a Pure Flame Brand. And I can’t figure out how to open the front glass panel, so I can get in there to clean the inside of the glass. Other than that, We HIGHLY recommend an electric fireplace insert. You just take it out of the box and plug it in the wall and you’re all set.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I'm remodeling a beach house and we are using a real wood burning fireplace in the family room but we simply don't have the room in our master bedroom to do another wood burner and so my research brought me to this alternative. I mean, nothing can substitute for a real wood burning fire.....but this is easy, simple, requires no cleaning, can warm a room and is safe to 'set & forget' whereas going to sleep in a room with a fire still burning still seems a bit unsettling. I'm going to recess mine into the wall a bit and build a hearth and mantle but I'll be sure to have ventilation as you provided. Solid info, thanks again!
@@stevereisman6872 Buy a simple Electric Fireplace insert. No gas hook up. They work great and have a nice very quiet fan to push the heat it puts out. You’ll love it. VERY Easy to setup.
I would advise against using a power strip with the heating function. Space heaters should be plugged directly into an outlet that is solid (aka no lose prongs).
We had our ventless fireplace disconnected, and are taking it out. This is the perfect replacement for that horrible dangerous fireplace! Great video, thanks for sharing.
The build design is seems simple enough and really like the ability to slide the unit in and out for cleaning or service. I might try to build a similar fireplace in my living room. Based on your build video this looks do-able for me.
Hi, thanks for leaving this great video review! One question: How noisy is the heating unit? Is it ever a nuisance because it's too loud when the heat is all the way up?
Great question! That was one of my concerns. It is super quiet. Unless you turn on the actual crackling sound. The fan when switched on is a low hum but I’ve never thought it was an issue.
Awesome build! I have one of the eco flame units that burn gel canisters. It's really awesome, but nowhere near as convenient as the module you used in your build. You explain the "how to's" really well, definitely a thumb up!
Hi! Great video! I want to buy one like this but had a question - I know you did a build specifically for it, but I'm going to try to set it into an old, weird sized metal firebox...are the measurements listed for the back box part of it, or the face frame part? I think it makes it if it's the box part...not sure. Thanks...I know this is an older post, but hoping you see this and can help answer...thanks again for the video - helped me decide! :)
Hey thanks! Great question. If you go to the Amazon product page here, amzn.to/3Ye9jOI , on the second photo it shows all of the exact dimensions for the size you are selecting. I would use that to determine if yours will work. Hope this helps and good luck on your project!
Power strip bad 😅 but I get why you’re doing it too. I’m about to install my second Puraflame. The first one is still going strong 8 years later. It was an optional hard wired model that required two 20A lines to the unit. We purchased the same one as you did prior to seeing this video. I’m surprised it is only a plug in model on a 15A circuit. I’m sure that will be fine but I wonder what they changed to allow such a small circuit.
Great questions. There is a small vent along top front side where the hot air blows out. Yes, if you turn on the heat setting, it will blow warm air, just like an electric heater. Hope this helps!
Question... our home has one but there's a draft coming in so much so I can't keep the front of the home warm.. is it known to have a draft? We didn't install it came with our home.. I've taped it up but still feels like a draft 😢 we're in single digits so it's annoying lol
That is strange. I’m guessing that if it’s been placed in an existing fireplace then the flu was most likely not sealed. I’d call a local chimney company to check it out and give you recommendations.
I don’t think so. It draws in air to be able to warm up and then shoot it out the front. I’d highly recommend installing some type of air vent to allow it to draw in air. Unless you aren’t using the heat setting.
Hey Andrew, great video. My wife and i loved it and are probably gonna purchase it with your link. It's been a year and a half since you posted the video. What is the status of the unit and your level of satisfaction now. We'd love to hear your update. Thank you.
Hey Dave! Thanks for watching and sharing. Yes that’s correct it’s been a year and a half and I am still incredibly happy with it. It has held up super well. I wish you the best on your project.
@@diywithandrew Ok Great. We were waiting on this reply. We're ordering it and it'll be on your link. Great job on the video . We will check out ,more of your channel and see what works for us.
6/10/2024 My 30” Western PuraFlame electric fireplace stopped working! I put a new battery in the remote, checked the plug in, and circuit breaker. No luck & no power? Help! Could it be a fuse?
So this does not need to be installed into an existing fireplace like a gas insert does? Its enclosure is fireproof and doesn't need the protection of an existing fireplace?
I’m not affiliated with the company or a professional but think of it as a nice light effect or a space heater if you decide to use the heat option. The product notes on Amazon explain it better than me: amzn.to/3vDglzU
Yes! The "Western" amzn.to/3tTLyBq which is the one we have does not open on the front. The "Klaus" amzn.to/3QdQ7hu has glass doors on the front that you can open and a chain to simulate a more realistic fireplace?
Does this work in a traditional pre-existing fireplace? I have a brick fireplace. Would not be able to make the vents. Do I just buy it so that there is a little space on the sides?
We are installing ours and there is a gap on the top between the fireplace and the shiplap? Everything is level, every which way. Did you run into this?? Thanks 😊
I am about to install mine and noticed I can’t remove the glass to screw in the insert to the stud. Is your just sitting in there? Seems kinda risky if it is
I had thought the same thing but it seems to be weighted in a way to keep it level. The only way to tip it forward is if you pull on it from the top and if the square hole around it is tight it won’t be able to tip either. I also like it loose in order to be able to slide it in and out in case I need to get behind it for any reason. I have mine plugged into a power strip inside the fireplace. Thanks for your comment and good luck on your install. I think you’ll be happy with it!
@@diywithandrew once I put mine in there and tried to tip it forward I realized it basically can’t fall out. I set mine up very similar with a power strip as well. Thanks for responding :)
The phone number on the instruction booklet is no longer functioning. Ugh! I emailed their customer service but haven’t heard back after several days. Do you have a contact # for PuraFlame?
