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Today's gas fireplaces make a stylish, modern design statement while providing a safe and efficient option for supplemental heat. This course explores the benefits of direct vent, electronic ignition gas fireplaces over other fuel and venting options, with a focus on the innovative features and design possibilities offered by frameless fireplaces suitable for any residential or commercial space. The benefits of a frameless fireplace design, cool wall technology, a heat control system, and integration of the modern fireplace into a home automation system are discussed, and occupant safety features such as double glass heat safety barriers are explained.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Describe the energy, safety, and air quality benefits of direct vent gas fireplaces compared to other fuel and vent options.
- Explain how heat delivery and removal are safely and efficiently managed in frameless gas fireplaces to enhance occupant comfort and well-being.
- Identify safety considerations, including combustible material use and clearances as well as double glass or safety screens for the glass fronts of frameless direct vent gas fireplaces to ensure occupant health and safety.
- Discuss frameless fireplace advantages such as cool wall technology, double glass heat barriers, a summer kit option, LED lighting systems, and home automation in linear gas fireplaces, all of which enhance occupant well-being and comfort.
- Explain the advantages of a high glass viewing window and indoor/outdoor solutions in frameless fireplaces.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Kyle Brooks on behalf of Flare Fireplaces, LLC. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information

Name: Kyle Brooks
Title: Sales, Flare Fireplaces
Background: As a direct-vent expert, Kyle has been working directly with architects & designers exclusively for the last 2 years. This experience has not only given him a clear view of how to easily communicate the specifics associated with any direct vent design, but also how to implement gorgeous direct vent fireplaces into commercial or residential projects. From spec to start-up, Kyle can be a resource for using modern fireplaces to create stunning spaces.