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- Regular price
- $2,049.00
- Regular price
- $2,049.00
Estimated Shipping Time
Estimated Shipping Time
At Summit Forge Supply, we offer free standard shipping on all U.S. orders, with most orders processing within 1–2 business days and delivering in approximately 3–5 business days. We ship via trusted carriers including USPS, UPS, FedEx, and LTL freight providers, and all orders include tracking and shipment insurance. If your order is delayed, damaged, lost, or missing items, please contact us within 7 days so we can promptly assist with a replacement or refund. Returns are accepted within 30 days on unused items in original packaging, with return shipping covered by Summit Forge Supply. See full policy here: Shipping Policy
What Is Your Return Policy?
What Is Your Return Policy?
Summit Forge Supply accepts returns on eligible U.S. orders within 14 days of delivery, provided items are unused, undamaged, and in their original packaging with proof of purchase. Returns must be initiated within 7 days of receipt, and approved returns include prepaid return shipping; refunds are issued to the original payment method within up to 14 days after inspection, with a 25% restocking fee for change-of-mind returns. Defective, damaged, incorrect, or lost items qualify for a full refund or replacement at no cost to the customer when reported promptly. Custom or personalized items, perishable goods, gift cards, and downloadable products are non-returnable. See full policy here: Return Policy
Since no venting is required, the 33" Solstice Traditional Vent-Free Fireplace Insert with IPI Controls by Monessen makes for a fast, easy, and affordable installation. Available in either propane or natural gas, this fireplace boasts a BTU output up to 28,000 and features a standard blower that powers up the heat output, even operating without power for dependable warmth during outages.
How The Monessen Solstice VFI33 IPI Compares To Other Fireplace Insert Options
Homeowners upgrading an old wood-burning fireplace usually face this question: should I get the millivolt/standing pilot version of the Solstice, this IPI ignition version, or a vented direct-vent gas insert instead?
Here's the honest comparison:
| Feature | Monessen Solstice VFI33, Millivolt Control ($1,999) | Monessen Solstice VFI33, IPI Ignition ($2,049) | Napoleon Oakville GDI3N, Direct Vent Insert ($2,549-$2,599) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venting Requirement | Vent-free, no venting needed | Vent-free, no venting needed | Requires direct venting installation |
| Installation Complexity | Fast, easy, affordable | Fast, easy, affordable | More involved, requires venting work |
| Ignition System | Standing pilot with millivolt control | Fuel-saving IPI (EcoLogic) intermittent pilot control | Millivolt or electronic ignition, varies by model |
| Power-Outage Operation | Operates without power | Operates without power | Depends on ignition system installed |
| BTU Output | 25,001 to 30,000 | 28,000 | Varies by model |
| Blower | Standard blower | 135 CFM blower | Varies by model |
| Viewing Area | 28" x 18" | 28" x 18" | Varies by model |
| Customization | Choice of logs and interior panels | Choice of fiber ceramic or refractory logs, choice of interior panels | Choice of logs and panels, varies by model |
| Jurisdiction Restrictions | Vent-free installation may be prohibited in some jurisdictions | Vent-free installation may be prohibited in some jurisdictions | Generally fewer local restrictions since it's vented |
| Best Suited For | Budget-conscious buyers comfortable with standing pilot operation | Homeowners wanting fuel-saving ignition convenience without giving up vent-free installation | Homeowners in jurisdictions restricting vent-free units, or wanting a more traditional installation |
Why The Monessen Solstice VFI33 IPI Is Worth The Investment
This isn't just a fireplace insert, it's built with a fuel-saving IPI (EcoLogic) intermittent pilot control system, giving homeowners the ignition convenience of a modern control system instead of a standing pilot that burns fuel continuously, all while retaining the fast, vent-free installation that defines the Solstice line.
The VFI33LNI specifically addresses the needs of homeowners converting an old, drafty wood-burning fireplace into an efficient heat source who want the added fuel savings of intermittent pilot ignition without the cost and complexity of a direct-vent installation.
Fuel Savings Without Giving Up Vent-Free Convenience. Unlike the millivolt version, which keeps a standing pilot lit at all times, the IPI (EcoLogic) control system only ignites the pilot when needed, reducing wasted fuel over the life of the insert, all while keeping the fast, no-venting installation that makes the Solstice line so straightforward to install.
Built For Efficient, Reliable Heat
The Natural Blaze Burner System delivers realistic, dancing yellow flames and a glowing ember bed for genuine fireplace ambiance
A 135 CFM blower powers up heat output, pushing warmth further into the room
Operates without power, making it a dependable source of heat during winter storms and outages
Engineered For Easy Installation And Customization
No venting requirement makes for a fast, easy, and affordable installation compared to direct-vent alternatives
Choice of fiber ceramic or refractory logs and interior panels lets you customize the look to match your decor
CSA design certified and mobile home approved for broad installation flexibility
Real Savings
The fuel-saving IPI control system reduces ongoing gas consumption compared to a standing pilot millivolt system
No venting installation avoids the cost of chimney or vent pipe work required by direct-vent inserts
Operating without power reduces the need for backup heating equipment during outages
Free shipping and no sales tax through Summit Forge Supply keeps the total cost down compared to buying elsewhere and paying tax and freight separately
The Bottom Line Homeowners converting an old wood-burning fireplace who want fuel-saving ignition convenience without the cost and complexity of direct venting can't get that combination from a standing pilot millivolt unit or a vented insert. The Monessen Solstice VFI33 with IPI Ignition is built with a fuel-saving intermittent pilot system, a powerful 135 CFM blower, and a vent-free design, so it delivers an efficient, easy-to-install heat source with modern ignition convenience. For anyone upgrading a drafty old fireplace without wanting to take on a venting project, this is the insert built to get it done.
Features:
- Natural Blaze Burner System (18")
- Choice of Fiber Ceramic or Refractory Logs
- Choice of Interior Panels
- 135 CFM Blower
- Screen
- 18" Flex Line with On/Off Shut-Off Valve
- Easy Access Control Panel
- CSA Design Certified
- Viewing Area: 28" x 18"
- Minimum Firebox Opening Dimensions: 33" FW x 23 7/8" H x 15 1/4" D x 22 3/4" RW
- IPI (EcoLogic) Control
- 28,000 BTUs
Required to Complete: Log Set, Interior Liner and Surround (Sold Separately)