Everyone loves the sound of crackling logs and the red glow of golden embers. However, not everyone wants to deal with the headaches of a wood burning fireplace. In this age of endless multitasking, who has time to chop wood and light flames? Thanks to the new generation of gas fireplace logs, you don’t have to. It is now possible to have quite realistic “wood” fires, without the wood.

Today’s gas fireplace logs are designed to resemble real wood as closely as possible. Although they are made of ceramic, ceramic fiber or concrete, they are created to simulate real wood. Most even come with such authentic touches as ax marks and knots. These real-looking gas fireplace logs, combined with the more genuine-looking flames found in many fireplaces, come together to make a fireplace that closely resembles wood burning in appearance and warmth.

Gas fireplace logs can be installed in most masonry fireplaces, wood-burning fireplaces and ventless fireplaces. Gas fireplace logs come vented or unvented; be sure to use the proper type for your fireplace. Vented gas and direct gas fireplaces come equipped with factory installed logs. Generally, these cannot be changed.

Gas fireplace logs are available from many online outlets, including the following. Home of Décor has a helpful FAQ section as well as a great selection of gas fireplace logs. Elite Deals offers a variety of Peterson Real Fyre Gas Logs. Peterson logs come with high definition bark and natural colors.
Home Click offers a variety of logs for ventless and ventless gas fireplaces. Stove City offers fireplace logs and accessories at wholesale prices.

A search for “gas fireplace logs” on any search engine will uncover numerous companies that offer gas logs. You can compare features and prices at the click of a mouse. Before you buy logs, find out if your area requires any special testing or certification of gas logs.