There are over thousands of lighting choices to choose from so it can get overwhelming.
Lighting a fireplace.
You will control the gas flow with a fireplace key sometimes called a hex key as you light the fireplace.
If your fireplace has glass doors open the doors 15 to 20 minutes before lighting your fire.
Most gas fireplaces have a standing pilot light which is a small flame that burns even when you aren t using the fireplace.
Some types of fireplaces have a round decorative slot for controlling the gas valve.
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.
To keep yourself from getting injured stay vigilant at all times and adhere to any safety instructions mentioned in your fireplace s user manual.
Fireplace lighting not only is functional but it also helps highlight your fireplace as a focal point in your home.
Air out the fireplace before lighting it.
This will allow the inside of the fireplace to come to room temperature.
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Lighting a gas fireplace involves combining a hot dangerous material with a highly flammable substance.