[BroadHopper]

When I moved into the unit, the fireplace would smoke all the time. I had a mason check the flue and it was determined the flue was not built properly and it was dificult to start a draft. Also the location of the unit in respect to the surroundings is also bad. I ask the condo association if I can put in a gas stove which requires a stainless steel flue. The association refused my request. A number of other unit owners installed ventless gas logs and are happy. I had a ventless gas log set burning for years in the fireplace. I never had a problem. It is not my primary source of heat. It is used for aesthetics and to warm up the main room on a cold day.