{"product_id":"empire-vail-26-vent-free-fireplace-with-cherry-wood-mantel","title":"Empire Vail 26 Vent-Free Fireplace with Cherry Wood Mantel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Vail 26 Special Edition arrives as a single, fully coordinated package — firebox, assembled cherry wood mantel, Flint Hill log set, Contour burner, hood, frame, louvers, and glowing embers — ready to become a living room centerpiece without the usual construction ordeal. At 154 lbs all in, it's substantial enough to feel like a proper fireplace, yet the zero-clearance, vent-free design means installation can realistically happen in as little as 30 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart of the system is Empire's Contour burner, rated between 14,000 and 20,000 BTU and equipped with ceramic glazed pellets for a convincingly natural flame presentation. Because this is a vent-free unit operating at 99.9% efficiency, virtually all of that heat stays in your room rather than escaping up a flue — which, notably, this fireplace doesn't need at all. No venting products required, full stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eControl is handled through a millivolt ignition system with a standing pilot. That standing pilot means the fireplace operates entirely independent of household electricity — a quiet reassurance on the nights when the grid has opinions. The millivolt system is also compatible with optional wall thermostats and remote controls (sold separately), so hands-free operation is available whenever the mood strikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cherry wood mantel measures 45 inches wide and 17 inches deep at the footprint, with the fireplace itself sitting at 30 inches wide and 30.25 inches tall. The matte black metal interior, black unitized louvers, and black exterior trim create a clean, deliberate contrast against the warm cherry finish — intentional rather than incidental. Rock wool insulation keeps the surround safe and the heat directed where it belongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fixed fire screen is included as part of the package. Optional accessories — blowers, brick liners, and alternate frame finishes including hammered pewter — allow further customization after purchase. If cherry isn't the right finish for your space, a white mantel variant is available as a separate model. A natural gas version also exists for those whose utility setup calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Vail 26 carries a 5-year limited warranty and is rated for indoor use only. Note: this model cannot be shipped to California. The millivolt system is not pre-paired with a remote; that's an optional add-on for those who want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete Special Edition package: firebox, assembled cherry wood mantel, Flint Hill log set, Contour burner, hood, frame, louvers, and glowing embers included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20,000 BTU Empire Contour burner with ceramic glazed pellets for a realistic flame presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e99.9% efficient vent-free operation — no flue, liner, chase, or venting products required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCherry solid wood mantel, 45\" wide × 17\" deep footprint, contrasted by matte black interior and black unitized louvers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMillivolt ignition with standing pilot — functions independently of household electricity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote-capable millivolt system compatible with optional wall thermostats and remote controls (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZero-clearance installation in as little as 30 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRock wool insulation; fixed fire screen included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional accessories: blowers, brick liners, hammered pewter frame finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-year limited warranty; indoor use only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCannot be shipped to California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVFD26FM30CP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVail 26 Vent Free Special Edition Fireplace with Cherry Mantel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuel Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiquid Propane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIgnition Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMillivolt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBtu Min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBtu Max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVent Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVent Free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZero Clearance \/ Single Sided\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMantel Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCherry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMantel Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMantel Footprint Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMantel Footprint Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFireplace Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30.25 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFireplace Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFireplace Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.125 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFraming Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30.375 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFraming Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30.25 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFraming Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.25 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e154 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirebox, assembled mantel, Flint Hill log set, 20000 BTU vent-free Contour burner, matte black hood, frame, louvers, glowing embers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBurner System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmpire contour burner with ceramic glazed pellets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte black metal interior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExterior Trim\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack unitized louvers and black exterior trim kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRock wool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFire Screen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed fire screen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMillivolt ignition with standing pilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote Capable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (remote not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEfficiency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e99.9 percent efficient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVenting Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone - vent free units do not require any venting products\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor use only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAs little as 30 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 year limited 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