Key Features
How The Monessen 72" Artisan Linear Compares To Other Fireplace Options
Homeowners upgrading their fireplace usually face this question: should I get a smaller traditional vent-free insert, or step up to this expansive 72 in Artisan linear vent-free fireplace for a modern, contemporary focal point?
| Feature | Traditional Vent-Free Insert | Monessen Artisan 72 In Linear |
|---|---|---|
| Style | Traditional insert, fits an existing masonry fireplace | Contemporary linear design for feature walls and open-concept spaces |
| Viewing Area | About 28 x 18 in | 72 in W x 17 in H, dramatically wider format |
| BTU Output | Up to 28,000 | 40,000 |
| Lighting | Not specified | Multi-colored LED ember bed lighting |
Product Description
The Monessen Artisan 72-Inch Vent-Free Linear Gas Fireplace brings a contemporary design to modern living spaces. Designed as a vent-free gas fireplace system, the Artisan creates a refined focal point with shimmering Diamond fireglass, integrated multi-color LED ember bed lighting, and a sleek low-profile appearance suited for feature walls and open-concept interiors.
How The Monessen 72" Artisan Linear Compares To Other Fireplace Options
Homeowners upgrading their fireplace usually face this question: should I get the smaller 33" Solstice traditional vent-free insert, or step up to this expansive 72" Artisan linear vent-free fireplace for a modern, contemporary focal point?
Here's the honest comparison:
| Feature | Monessen Solstice VFI33, Traditional Insert ($2,049) | Monessen Artisan 72" Linear, Vent-Free ($6,749) |
|---|---|---|
| Style | Traditional insert, fits an existing masonry fireplace | Contemporary linear design for feature walls and open-concept spaces |
| Venting Requirement | Vent-free, no venting needed | Vent-free, no venting needed |
| Viewing Area | 28" x 18" | 72" W x 17" H, a dramatically wider linear format |
| BTU Output | Up to 28,000 | 40,000 |
| Ignition System | IPI (EcoLogic) intermittent pilot control | IPI Plus electronic ignition with touchscreen remote |
| Flame Media | Choice of fiber ceramic or refractory logs | Diamond Fire Glass Media included |
| Lighting | Not specified | Multi-colored LED ember bed lighting, controlled by remote |
| Reflective Panels | Not included | Reflective Black Glass Panels included for added flame depth |
| Remote Control | Not specified as included | RC450 Remote Control included for flame and lighting adjustment |
| Framing Dimensions | 33" FW x 23 7/8" H x 15 1/4" D x 22 3/4" RW | 76 1/8" W x 39 3/4" H x 13 1/8" D |
| Best Suited For | Traditional hearth aesthetics in an existing fireplace opening | Modern, dramatic linear focal point spanning a feature wall |
Why The Monessen 72" Artisan Linear Is Worth The Investment
This isn't just a fireplace insert, it's a genuine contemporary design statement, combining a 72-inch linear viewing area, shimmering Diamond Fire Glass Media, and multi-color LED ember bed lighting, giving homeowners a dramatic modern focal point that a traditional insert simply isn't designed to deliver.
The AVFL72NIF specifically addresses the needs of homeowners building a modern feature wall or open-concept living space who want a wide, low-profile fireplace with customizable lighting and flame media, all without the venting work required by a direct-vent system.
A 72-Inch Wall Of Flame And Light. With a viewing area spanning 72 inches wide, reflective black glass panels that amplify the flame's visual depth, and multi-colored LED ember bed lighting controlled by the included remote, this fireplace transforms a feature wall into a striking, customizable centerpiece rather than a simple heat source.
Built For Striking Visual Impact
Diamond Fire Glass Media creates a shimmering, contemporary flame bed unlike traditional log sets
Reflective Black Glass Panels amplify the flame appearance, adding depth and visual impact to the display
Multi-colored LED ember bed lighting, controlled by the included RC450 remote, lets you set the mood to match the moment
Engineered For Convenient, Efficient Operation
The IPI Plus electronic ignition system with touchscreen remote control makes flame adjustment and thermostat control simple
Delivers 40,000 BTUs of heat output, enough to warm a substantial living space
No venting requirement makes for a more accessible installation than a direct-vent linear fireplace of similar size
Real Savings
No venting installation avoids the cost of chimney or vent pipe work required by direct-vent linear fireplaces
Included Diamond Fire Glass Media and reflective glass panels avoid the added cost of sourcing these design elements separately
CSA Design Certification provides added confidence in the fireplace's safety and build quality
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 building a modern feature wall who want a dramatic, wide linear fireplace with customizable lighting and flame media can't get that visual impact from a traditional insert sized for an existing hearth opening. The Monessen 72" Artisan Linear is built with a 72-inch viewing area, shimmering Diamond Fire Glass Media, and multi-color LED lighting, so it delivers a striking contemporary centerpiece without the cost of direct venting. For anyone designing a modern living space around a bold fireplace feature, this is the fireplace built to be the centerpiece.
Includes:
- Includes Diamond Fire Glass Media
- Includes Reflective Black Glass Panels
- RC450 Remote Control
- Non-Com and Multi-Colored LEDs Included
- LED Lights are controlled by RC450 Remote (Included)
- Can be Finished up to Fireplace Opening
- Optional Accessories: Trim, Fronts, Driftwood Logs & Stone Kit
- CSA Design Certified
- Viewing Area: 72" W x 17" H
- Framing Dimensions: 76 1/8" W x 39 3/4" H x 13 1/8" D (See Manual Before Framing)
- 40,000 BTU's
Note: When Ordering Optional Fireglass Media: 6 Bags or 13.5 Lbs. are Required for the 72" Artisan
Full Spec Sheet
| Model | AVFL72NIF |
| Viewing Area | 72 in W x 17 in H |
| Framing | 76-1/8 in W x 39-3/4 in H x 13-1/8 in D |
| BTU Output | 40,000 |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas |
| Face Style | Clean Face |
| Fireplace Style | Contemporary |
| Panel Color | Black Reflective Glass |
| Control Type | Electronic/IPI |
| Vent Type | Vent Free |
| Certification | CSA Design Certified |
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