Some types of fireplaces have a round decorative slot for controlling the gas valve.
													
																	Lighting a fireplace. 
									
		
	
	
		
	
	
		
	
	
		
	
																	Fireplace lighting not only is functional but it also helps highlight your fireplace as a focal point in your home. 
																	You will control the gas flow with a fireplace key sometimes called a hex key as you light the fireplace. 
																	This makes the fireplace easy to start when it s cold outside but when it warms up it s a good idea to shut off the pilot to conserve gas. 
																	Cold air is heavier than warm air so if the outside is too cold it can create a river of cold air flowing down the chimney into the. 
															
													
									
		
	
	
		
	
	
		
	
	
		
	
																	If your fireplace has glass doors open the doors 15 to 20 minutes before lighting your fire. 
																	It s usually located near the fireplace usually to the immediate left right or on the floor. 
																	Lighting a gas fireplace involves combining a hot dangerous material with a highly flammable substance. 
																	Let s t ake a look at some industry standard lights used on fireplaces to get started. 
															
													
									
		
	
	
		
	
	
		
	
	
		
	
																	Most gas fireplaces have a standing pilot light which is a small flame that burns even when you aren t using the fireplace. 
																	Air out the fireplace before lighting it. 
																	This will allow the inside of the fireplace to come to room temperature.