Empire Tahoe Luxury Clean Face 42" Direct-Vent Zero Clearance Gas Fireplace

At 40,000 BTU/hr, the Empire Tahoe Luxury Clean Face is not a fireplace you install for ambiance alone — it earns its keep as a genuine heat source. Built as a zero-clearance, direct-vent unit, it installs flush into the wall without requiring a traditional masonry chase, making it far more accessible for new construction and remodel projects than a conventional built-in fireplace.

The 42" firebox is anchored by a Slope Glaze Excess Burner paired with a 9-piece log set. The Slope Glaze burner design promotes a more realistic, layered flame pattern across the log bed — the kind of fire that actually earns a second glance. Note that Ceramic Fiber Logs are required for operation, so plan accordingly when configuring your order.

Venting runs exclusively through the top using a 5" x 8" direct-vent system. This top-vent-only configuration is worth factoring into your installation planning early — it dictates where the unit can be positioned relative to your ceiling and roof or exterior wall termination point. Your installer will want to know this upfront.

Control is handled by a Millivolt system with a standing pilot and piezo ignition. Millivolt operation means the fireplace is self-sufficient — it doesn't rely on household electricity to function, so it continues working during a power outage. Piezo ignition handles the pilot light with a simple push, no matches required.

The "Clean Face" designation refers to the firebox's unobstructed opening — no visible louvers or grilles interrupt the view, keeping the focus on the fire itself. The result is a more architectural, less appliance-like appearance that suits both traditional and transitional interior styles.

For those looking to add interior character to the firebox surround, the Tahoe Luxury is compatible with the Old World Stone Liner Kit (sold separately). It's a meaningful upgrade if your design direction calls for something beyond a standard painted firebox interior.

This is a complete fireplace unit — not a component or insert. At $4,229.00, it represents a significant investment in a built-in heating feature that, installed properly, is meant to last for decades.

• 40,000 BTU/hr maximum output — substantive heat, not just mood lighting
• 42" zero-clearance firebox installs directly in-wall without a masonry chase
• Direct-vent system uses a 5" x 8" top-vent-only configuration
• Slope Glaze Excess Burner with 9-piece log set for a realistic flame presentation
• Ceramic Fiber Logs required for operation (plan inclusion at time of order)
• Millivolt control with standing pilot — operates independently of household electricity
• Piezo ignition for tool-free, match-free pilot lighting
• Clean Face design: no louvers or grilles interrupting the firebox opening
• Compatible with Old World Stone Liner Kit for enhanced firebox aesthetics (sold separately)
• Complete fireplace unit — not an insert or accessory