Description
The Empire Innsbrook 20" Small Direct Vent Clean Face Gas Fireplace Insert is designed to transform an existing wood-burning fireplace into an efficient, attractive, and dependable heat source. Ideal for smaller fireplace openings, this direct vent insert delivers up to 20,500 BTUs with natural gas or 19,500 BTUs with propane while maintaining efficiency ratings between 60 and 80 percent. Its sealed direct vent system separates combustion air from indoor air, providing clean, safe, and energy-efficient operation that can serve as a primary or supplemental heat source.
The Innsbrook Direct Vent Insert features Empire's unique Slope Glaze Burner, producing lively, natural flickering flames that beautifully complement the optional hand-painted ceramic fiber log set and decorative liners. The variable flame height burner creates realistic fire movement and glowing ember effects, bringing the warmth and charm of a traditional wood-burning fireplace with the convenience of modern gas technology. Its clean-face design maximizes the viewing area, creating an elegant focal point that enhances any living space.
Designed as a direct replacement for existing masonry or factory-built wood-burning fireplaces, the Innsbrook 20" installs using a 3-inch flexible vent system for dependable performance. Available with either Millivolt or Intermittent Pilot ignition, the insert supports optional remote or thermostat controls for convenient everyday operation. Millivolt models continue providing heat during power outages, while Intermittent Pilot models offer improved energy savings and can also operate during outages using a standing or intermittent pilot mode. Combining efficient heating, realistic flames, and Empire's renowned craftsmanship, the Innsbrook 20" Small Direct Vent Clean Face Gas Fireplace Insert delivers lasting comfort and timeless style.
Included
- Innsbrook Clean Face Fireplace Insert
- Blower
- Log Set
- Ceramic Glass
- Barrier Screen
Required Accessories
- Surround
Optional Accessories
- Decorative Liners
- Control Options
- Bottom Covers
- Decorative Fronts
- Gas Conversion Kit
- Cast Iron Surround
- Adaptor for Cast Iron Surround
- Custom Surround & Shroud
Features
- Available in small, medium and large.
- Good efficiency – 60 to 80%
- May be used as primary heat source
- Separates room air from combustion air
- Can operate with a remote or thermostat
- Most systems can provide life-saving heat during a winter power outage
- Good heat output with thermal transfer through the glass and air circulation
- We offer our traditional Innsbrook Direct-Vent Inserts in three sizes – small, medium, and large – to fit most wood-burning fireplaces
- Choose Millivolt ignition with standing pilot to provide heat, even in the absence of electric power, or Intermittent Pilot, which saves even more energy
- IP systems can operate with a standing or intermittent pilot during power outages
- Innsbrook Direct-Vent inserts feature optional liners and hand-painted ceramic fiber logs, nestled atop the variable flame height burner, to create an exceptionally attractive traditional fireplace
- Direct-Vent insert’s unique Slope Glaze Burner produces natural flickering flames that dance and delight – warming your heart as it warms your soles
Specifications
| Model | DVC20IN |
| Max BTU (w/both burners) |
20,500 - Natural Gas 19,500 - Propane |
| Min BTU (w/both burners) |
14,500 - Natural Gas 15,000 - Propane |
| Vent Type | Direct Vent |
| Ignition Type |
Millivolt Intermittent Pilot |
| Type of Gas |
Natural Gas Propane |
| Venting | 3-Inch Flex |
| Installation | Insert |
| KWH (Maximum) |
5.95 - Natural Gas 5.37 - Propane |
| KWH (Minimum) | 4.2 |
| Gas Inlet Shutoff Valve (pipe) | 1/2" NPT |
Dimensions
| Ceramic Glass Width | 25" |
| Ceramic Glass Height | 11" |
| Framing Width | 28" |
| Framing Height | 18" |
| Framing Depth | 15" |


Warranty

- 10-year limited warranty on combustion chamber, limited lifetime on glass
- All other parts carry a three-year limited warranty
- All remote controls carry a one-year limited warranty
About The Manufacturer

Founded 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.






