Empire Flint Hill Gas Log Set, 30-Inch, Ceramic Fiber

The Empire Flint Hill 30-inch gas log set is built around a 7-piece ceramic fiber log arrangement that produces between 27,000 and 40,000 BTU per hour — enough to mean business on a cold evening without overwhelming a modest firebox. The manual regulator runs at a 6.0" W.C. pressure setting, with an inlet pressure range of 7.0" to 10.5" W.C., and the three-position control knob (high, medium, low) keeps things refreshingly uncomplicated.

Ceramic fiber logs earn their place in premium log sets for good reason: the material holds heat well, renders convincing wood-grain detail, and holds up to repeated thermal cycling in a way that lesser materials simply don't. At 25 lbs for the complete set, the Flint Hill is substantial without being a two-person installation event.

Installation flexibility is a genuine strength here. The VFDM30LBN can be installed as a vent-free appliance or as a vented decorative log set in compliance with ANSI Z21.60 and the National Fuel Gas Code — giving you options depending on your fireplace configuration and local code requirements. When in doubt, confirm with a qualified installer; when everything checks out, setup is straightforward.

For those who want a more polished presentation, this set is compatible with the EK-1 Embers Kit and PE-20 Platinum Embers to add glowing ember bed detail, as well as the ELH-1 and ELH-2 Fireplace Hood accessories. These are sold separately and genuinely worth considering — the difference between a log set with an ember bed and one without is visible from across the room.

A note on controls: the VFDM30LBN uses a manual regulator. If remote control capability is a priority, the VFDR models in this same series support a range of optional controls including battery-operated remotes, electric remotes, wall switches, and millivolt thermostats. The VFDM is the straightforward, knob-operated member of the family — reliable and without unnecessary complexity.

The Flint Hill line sits at the intersection of honest craftsmanship and practical value. This isn't a log set that announces itself with a long list of electronic features — it's one that simply looks good, performs consistently, and installs cleanly into a broad range of natural gas fireplace applications.

• 7-piece ceramic fiber log set (30-inch size)
• 40,000 BTU/hr maximum output; 27,000 BTU/hr minimum
• Manual 3-position control knob: high, medium, low
• Manual regulator at 6.0" W.C. pressure setting
• Inlet pressure range: 7.0" – 10.5" W.C.
• Installs as vent-free or vented decorative appliance
• Compliant with ANSI Z21.60 and National Fuel Gas Code
• Compatible with EK-1 Embers Kit and PE-20 Platinum Embers (sold separately)
• Compatible with ELH-1 and ELH-2 Fireplace Hood accessories (sold separately)
• Ships at 25 lbs — solid build, manageable installation
• Part of the Empire VFD series; shares accessory compatibility with VFDR and VFDT models