January 12, 2020 - This is not best practice. Non-flue/ventless gas heaters are illegal in a number of places because of the risk of · carbon monoxide poisoning. Burning natural gas is also great at making your home damp.

May 26, 2007 - Hot air rises, and your feet are still going to be cold unless you circulate the air. Even if the CO levels stay acceptable, the combustion byproducts will still give you a little bit of a sore throat. To avoid these ads, REGISTER NOW! ... I would second what everyone else has said. I have used a ventless heater in my barn, and it is definitely a second-rate solution.

June 13, 2016 - Example: if you have 20,000 btu ventless heater used in a room sized for combustion air, it meets the listing of the appliance. I’d suggest more area for combustion air supply to be safe. Yes, totally agree that gas cook tops & oven produce way more CO2 but there listing says the same thing as the room heaters.

Many of those who died were asleep, which points up the dangerous nature of carbon monoxide. Since it is colorless, odorless, and tasteless, there are no warning symptoms for sleeping persons. CPSC warns anyone using an unvented gas space heater to keep the room well-ventilated, and at first sign of a headache, dizziness, or nausea to turn off the appliance and open a window or door to see if the symptoms subside.

March 25, 2024 - Many people will use these appliances to heat up their basement or three-season room while entertaining. This is a perfect example of how to properly use your ventless gas heater. Improper use would include running the heater while you are not paying attention to it, such as while you are sleeping or if you leave the house.

November 21, 2012 - The ventless heaters the last poster referred to after the ice storm were portable kerosene heaters. That is a whole different ball game than a permanently installed heater running on natural gas. Those things also started a lot of house fires. ... Banned. Rule And/Or Policy Violation ... You are certainly entitled to operate your heater if you wish to do so.

November 3, 2018 - Jack, I accept that vent free heaters are safe from a flame stand point, but they are still not a good idea in a wood shop because of the huge amount of moisture that the propane or natural gas burn creates. That alone makes me not want it in my wood working shop.

October 1, 2014 - Vent-free gas heating appliances have compiled an outstanding safety record in millions of American homes. That’s because, since 1980, vent-free gas products have been equipped with a unique safety pilot system called an Oxygen Detection Safety-Pilot, or ODS.

October 22, 2024 - Ventless gas fireplaces burn either natural gas or propane to generate heat. Their byproducts are released directly into the room, which creates a cozy atmosphere without the complexities of traditional fireplaces. However, while they provide numerous benefits, safety concerns arise due to the unique way they operate.

January 23, 2023 - Cost savings – Ventless gas heaters typically cost less than other heating systems due to their high efficiency. When it comes to using ventless gas heating in your home, safety should always be the priority. Make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions and maintain the system properly to reduce any risks associated with its use.

Answer (1 of 5): IF a furnace is combusting properly in a home with normal leakage there is generally no problem. A typical furnace may only be putting out 10 ppm of carbon monoxide.

Don’t require an expensive vent pipe or much in the way of installation cost. They’re efficient. These attributes can make them attractive solutions for many homeowners, but make no mistake, they are dangerous. Even with careful maintenance and followed recommendations for safe usage, Unvented ...

November 13, 2019 - We have it set where it kicks on a come times a day, but the house is primarily heated by the furnace, but if the power ever goes out, the heater will keep everything from freezing. It has the oxygen sensor and all our detectors are both smoke and CO detectors. Nov 13, 2019 / Ventless wall mount natural gas heater

August 21, 2008 - However, if used improperly, these heaters can produce enough carbon monoxide to be lethal. The issue arises when multiple units are burning, as they begin to deplete the oxygen in the room, leading to increased carbon monoxide production.

October 18, 2011 - Bottom line for me is that I have one, it works great for me, and no damage or safety issues in 15 years Just bought a new one and it is performing as expected ... Snowleopard, Thanks for your remarks; I appreciate them. ... Our summer home had a vent free lp heater .

I ran a gas line out to my GH 8*12. Going to use a bubble cover. I have electric heat now, 4500 total base board heat, extremely expensive last winter.Would like to install a ventless heater, for extreme cold only. Is this a NO No because of co2. These heaters are less then $200, A vented one ...

October 5, 2009 - These heaters are intended for ... They emit carbon monoxide and water vapor. There is no heater that burns hydrocarbons suitable for indoor use without proper venting....

March 19, 2011 - I just bought a 20,000 BTU "Vent Free" Natural Gas "Blue Flame" Comfort Glow wall heater with an internal electric blower on close-out From Home Depot today. 75 % Off ! I have a two-car garage/shop at home which is under & inside my home.2 +1/2 walls & an old wooden roll-up double garage ...

The Vent Free Heaters come in radiant or blue flame indoor safe wall-mountable heaters that run off of either propane or natural gas. This heater is the perfect supplemental heating solution even on the coldest days. It is equipped with a multi-output valve for easy temperature regulation and ...