Description
The Empire Loft 27" 20,000 BTU Vent-Free Small Gas Fireplace Insert with Black Liner brings modern style and powerful supplemental heating to your existing fireplace. Designed to fit fireplace openings measuring 14 5/8" high by 25 7/8" wide, this compact insert installs easily into an existing masonry or factory-built fireplace using a decorative front, creating a clean, contemporary appearance without the need for venting or a chimney liner. Featuring vent-free technology with up to 99.9% efficiency, it delivers up to 20,000 BTUs of dependable heat while maximizing energy savings. The sleek linear burner is paired with a premium black reflective liner that enhances flame depth and creates a striking, contemporary fire display.
Designed for convenience and dependable performance, the Loft Series Insert is available with either a reliable millivolt ignition system or an energy-efficient intermittent pilot ignition. It can be operated with a compatible remote control or wall thermostat, allowing for effortless temperature management and everyday comfort. A fine mesh barrier screen is included on all models to provide added protection, while the vent-free design offers exceptional installation flexibility and reduced installation costs compared to traditional vented fireplaces.
Available for both natural gas and propane applications, the Empire Loft 27" Vent-Free Gas Fireplace Insert provides reliable supplemental heat and beautiful linear flames, even during many winter power outages when equipped with a compatible millivolt system. Combining modern styling, premium craftsmanship, outstanding efficiency, and simple installation, this fireplace insert is an ideal solution for homeowners looking to update an existing fireplace with a sophisticated, low-maintenance heating appliance.
Included
- Loft Vent Free Insert
- Linear Burner
- On/Off Switch
- Barrier Screen
- Black Reflective Liner
Required Accessories
- Surround
Optional Accessories
- Variable Speed Blower
- Stainless Steel Flex Gas Line
- Crushed Glass
- Control Options
Features
- Available in Small and Medium
- Opening - 14 5/8 H x 25 7/8 W
- Unmatched efficiency – 99.9%
- Offers the most installation versatility
- Usually less expensive to buy and to install
- Can operate with a remote or thermostat
- Most systems can provide live-saving heat during a winter power outage
- This same unit installs as a vent-free fireplace
- A fine mesh barrier screen comes standard with all models
- The Loft Series Vent-Free Insert features a contemporary linear burner in a sleek, black firebox that reflects the flames to create depth and visual interest
- This unit installs as an insert inside an existing fireplace with the decorative front
Specifications
| Model | VFLC20IN32 |
| Vent Type | Vent Free |
| Installation | Zero Clearance |
| Fuel Type |
Natural Gas Propane |
| Ignition Type |
Millivolt Intermittent Pilot |
| Input BTU/Hr Maximum | 20,000 |
| Input BTU/Hr Minimum |
14,000 - Natural Gas 16,000 - Propane |
| Air Shutter Opening |
1/16" - Natural Gas 3/16" - Propane |
Dimensions
| Front Width | 27" |
| Rear Width | 16" |
| Height | 19" |
| Depth | 13" |
Warranty
- All Vent-Free products carry a five-year limited warranty with a five-year limited labor 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.