Gas to Wood Insert Conversion

[gratefuldad]

I want to convert this existing gas fireplace into a wood stove insert. My question is how difficult will it be to make the conversion? I've watched some installations online where the insulated pipe is fed up the existing chimney, but I'm wondering if this retrofit will work with my existing set up that was clearly built for the gas fireplace.

 

[bholler]

Chances are that is a prefab fireplace not an insert. If that is the case it means to switch over to wood you need to tear everything out and start over

 

[gratefuldad]

How would I be able to clarify whether it is suitable or not (able to convert to wood insert)?

 

[bholler]

How would I be able to clarify whether it is suitable or not (able to convert to wood insert)?

What make and model is your current unit? What does it look like outside?

 

[gratefuldad]

What make and model is your current unit? What does it look like outside?

Attached are some pics. It is a Napoleon gas insert, was installed when home was built in 2005. The vent goes through the roof (see attached pic).

 

[bholler]

Attached are some pics. It is a Napoleon gas insert, was installed when home was built in 2005. The vent goes through the roof (see attached pic). View attachment 294774View attachment 294775View attachment 294776

Yeah that isn't an insert it is a prefab fireplace. It cannot be converted you would need to remove it and install a prefab wood fireplace and new chimney

 

[gratefuldad]

Thank you.

 

[stoveliker]

Note that an insert needs a masonry fireplace.

There are also zero clearance units that might be easier to legally (and safely) install, i.e. with less work.

The flue will need to be redone no matter what for a wood stove.