Unvented Space Heaters
Unvented Space Heaters
About Unvented Space Heaters
Unvented space heaters release all of their combustion emissions into the living space. Although this makes them very efficient (no waste heat escaping through the chimney), they can also lead to indoor air quality (IAQ) concerns. Although natural gas burns fairly cleanly, emissions will still include a small amount of carbon monoxide (CO), other pollutants like nitrogen oxide species (NOx), and of course a lot of water vapor.
Our Research
Measured concentrations of combustion gases from the use of unvented gas fireplaces (2010). Learn more about this research.