{"product_id":"empire-vail-26-vent-free-fireplace-with-white-mantel-20-000-btu","title":"Empire Vail 26 Vent-Free Fireplace with White Mantel, 20,000 BTU","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Empire Vail 26 ships as a fully realized fireplace system — not a component you'll spend weekends sourcing accessories for. In the box: the 26-inch vent-free firebox, a crisp white mantel, the Flint Hill ceramic fiber log set, Empire's Contour burner, matte black hood, frame, black unitized louvers, and glowing embers. At 154 pounds and a mantel footprint of approximately 17 inches deep by 45 inches wide, it's substantial without demanding a room redesign.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause it's fully vent-free, there's no chimney, no flue, and no venting infrastructure to plan around. Empire rates installation at approximately 30 minutes — which, in the world of fireplace projects, is refreshingly close to reality. The millivolt ignition system (standing pilot) means the unit operates independently of household electrical power, a quietly useful detail when the weather that sends you to the fireplace is also the weather that takes out the grid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeat output is adjustable between 14,000 and 20,000 BTU\/hr, and the Vail 26 is remote-ready from the factory — though the remote itself is an optional add-on, so you can choose the level of convenience that fits your setup. Compatible control options include a wall thermostat, a remote control, or a thermostat remote control, all available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe matte black metal interior gives the firebox a clean, recessive backdrop that lets the Flint Hill log set do its visual work. The Empire Contour burner is designed to produce a realistic flame pattern across the logs, and the glowing embers bed reinforces the effect at the base. The black unitized louvers frame the opening with a finished look that doesn't require additional trim work — though if matte black isn't the right accent for your space, Hammered Pewter trim pieces (hood, frame, trim, and louvers) are available as optional accessories. A Variable Speed Blower (FBB4) and a Banded Brick Liner (FPP26E) round out the accessory options for those who want to push the performance or the aesthetics further.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall dimensions are 41 inches tall, 30 inches wide, and 30.25 inches in depth. The white mantel suits both transitional and more classically styled interiors, and sibling models in the VFD26FM series are available in cherry finish and liquid propane configurations for households with different fuel or aesthetic requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a fireplace that arrives ready to be a fireplace — complete, coherent, and designed to look like it belongs rather than like it was assembled from a wishlist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete system includes fireplace, white mantel, Flint Hill ceramic fiber log set, Contour burner, matte black hood, frame, louvers, and glowing embers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVent-free design — no chimney, flue, or venting infrastructure required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14,000–20,000 BTU\/hr adjustable heat output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMillivolt (standing pilot) ignition operates independently of household electricity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e26-inch firebox width; overall dimensions 41\"H x 30\"W x 30.25\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite mantel footprint approximately 17\" deep x 45\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote-ready from the factory; compatible with optional wall thermostat, remote, or thermostat remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmpire Contour burner with matte black metal interior and black unitized louvers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 30-minute installation time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional accessories include Variable Speed Blower (FBB4), Hammered Pewter trim pieces, and Banded Brick Liner (FPP26E)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips at 154 lbs — substantial construction, all components included\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\u003eVFD26FM30WN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVail 26 Vent-Free Fireplace with White Mantel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuel Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Gas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIgnition Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMillivolt (standing pilot)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBtu Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14,000 - 20,000 BTU\/Hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFireplace Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e41 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30.25 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMantel Footprint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 17 inches deep by 45 inches wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e154 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFireplace, white mantel, Flint Hill log set, Contour burner, matte black hood, frame, louvers, glowing embers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBurner Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmpire Contour Burner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLog Set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlint Hill ceramic fiber log set\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\u003eLouvers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack unitized louvers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote Ready\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (remote not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 30 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVenting Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo venting required (vent-free)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem Weight Lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e154.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Empire Comfort Systems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45054084481232,"sku":"VFD26FM30WN","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.shopsandersgas.com\/products\/empire-vail-26-vent-free-fireplace-with-white-mantel-20-000-btu","provider":"Shop Sanders Gas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}