{"product_id":"empire-vfdt18-18-vent-free-flint-hill-ceramic-fiber-gas-log-set-with-thermostat-control-contour-burner","title":"Empire VFDT18 18\" Vent-Free Flint Hill Ceramic Fiber Gas Log Set With Thermostat Control Contour Burner","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Empire VFDT18 18\" Vent-Free Flint Hill Ceramic Fiber Gas Log Set brings the warmth and charm of a traditional wood-burning fireplace to your home with the convenience of efficient gas operation. Featuring richly detailed, hand-painted Flint Hill ceramic fiber logs mounted on Empire’s advanced Vent-Free Contour Burner, this 18-inch gas log set creates vibrant, realistic flames and a glowing ember bed that delivers the authentic appearance of a natural wood fire. Designed for approved vent-free fireplaces and fireboxes, it also offers the flexibility to be installed in a vented fireplace with the damper locked open for decorative use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for efficient supplemental heating, the VFDT18 produces up to 28,000 BTUs and is available for both natural gas and propane applications. The built-in thermostat control automatically adjusts the flame to maintain a comfortable room temperature while helping improve fuel efficiency. Empire’s premium Contour Burner creates an expanded ember bed and dynamic flame movement for enhanced realism, while the included glowing embers add warmth and visual depth at every heat setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for existing fireplaces, fireboxes, or new construction projects, the Empire VFDT18 combines dependable performance, low-maintenance operation, and realistic fireside beauty. Compatible with Empire’s Flint Hill Ceramic Fiber or optional Whiskey River Refractory log styles, this vent-free gas log set offers outstanding heating efficiency and flexible installation options. With durable construction, lifelike flame presentation, and convenient thermostat control, the VFDT18 is an excellent solution for homeowners seeking reliable comfort and timeless fireplace appeal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-Pieces Flint Hill Ceramic Fiber Gas Log Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThermostat\u003c\/span\u003e Control With Hi-Low Knob Contour Burner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas Log Grate\/Burner Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo (2) Masonry Anchoring Screws \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo (2) 10 x 1\/2\" Black Sheet Metal Anchoring Screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlowing Embers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmber Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable Black Hood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless Steel Flex Gas Line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatinum Embers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 18\", \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" href=\"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-vfdt24-24-vent-free-flint-hill-ceramic-fiber-gas-log-set-with-thermostat-control-contour-burner\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e24\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-vfdt30-30-vent-free-flint-hill-ceramic-fiber-gas-log-set-with-thermostat-control-contour-burner\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e30\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Burners – up to 40,000 Btu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose Whiskey River Refractory or Flint Hill Ceramic Fiber model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Flint Hill Log Set features richly detailed, hand-painted Ceramic Fiber logs mounted atop our Vent-Free Contour Burner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes glowing embers to add to the illusion of a real wood fire at any heat setting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis competitively priced log\/burner is ideal for existing fireplaces and fireboxes and for new construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Vent-Free\/Vented Burner may be installed in a vented fireplace (with the flue damper blocked open) for use as a decorative appliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA decorative appliance operates with an on\/off switch or remote, and may not operate with a thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVFDT18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBTU\/HR Max. Rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBTU\/HR Min. Rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e19,000 - Natural Gas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e22,000 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Propane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVent Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVent Free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18-Inch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIgnition Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThermostat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType of Gas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Gas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePropane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulator Pressure Setting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.0\" W.C. - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNatural Gas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10.0\" W.C. - Propane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGas Inlet Pressure - Max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10.5\" W.C. - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNatural Gas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13.0\" W.C. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e- Propane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGas Inlet Pressure - Min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.0\" W.C. - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNatural Gas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11.0\" W.C. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e- Propane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5022\/9802\/files\/5_Years_Warranty_240x240.png?v=1780691779\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll vented parts carry a three-year limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll remote controls carry a one-year limited parts warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll vent-free parts carry a five-year limited warranty with a 5-year limited labor warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout The Manufacturer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5022\/9802\/files\/Empire_Logo.png?v=1781790141\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFounded in 1932, Empire Comfort Systems is a trusted American manufacturer of high-quality heating products known for their reliability, efficiency, and innovation. Family-owned and proudly made in the USA, Empire produces a wide range of fireplaces, gas log sets, room heaters, wall furnaces, and zone heating solutions designed to deliver dependable comfort and long-term value. Renowned for pioneering safety features such as Oxygen Depletion Sensor (ODS) technology and for developing highly efficient heating systems, Empire continues to be a leading choice for homeowners seeking durable, energy-efficient, and easy-to-operate heating products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Empire","offers":[{"title":"Natural Gas","offer_id":44526734835754,"sku":"VFDT18LBN","price":689.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Propane","offer_id":44526734868522,"sku":"VFDT18LBP","price":689.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/5022\/9802\/files\/Empire_VFDT18_18_Vent-Free_Flint_Hill_Ceramic_Fiber_Gas_Log_Set_With_Thermostat_Control_Contour_Burner.webp?v=1783002071","url":"https:\/\/ridgeflame.com\/products\/empire-vfdt18-18-vent-free-flint-hill-ceramic-fiber-gas-log-set-with-thermostat-control-contour-burner","provider":"Ridge Flame","version":"1.0","type":"link"}