How Many BTUs Do You Need in Your Fireplace?
BTU (British Thermal Unit) is a unit of measurement for heat. For fireplaces, the higher the BTUs, the higher the heat output. But how do you know how many BTUs are right for your home? You can find out by measuring the square footage of the area you want to heat and then finding a fireplace with the right amount of BTUs for the space.
Below is helpful information about Heatilator fireplace models, their BTUs and the space they will heat. The hearth experts at your local Heatilator dealer can also help you choose what BTU output would be best for your home.
Novus, Heatilator’s best-selling fireplace, has an established and renowned history of long-lasting performance. Its versatility is unmatched due to supreme installation flexibility and design customization options to fit in almost any space. It is available in four sizes and each of their heating capabilities are as follows:
| Model | BTUs | Space it will Heat |
|---|---|---|
| Novus 30 | 14,000 – 20,000 | 400 – 700 square feet |
| Novus 33 | 15,000 – 22,000 | 500 – 700 square feet |
| Novus 36 | 17,000 – 25,000 | 600 – 900 square feet |
| Novus 42 | 19,500 – 27,500 | 700 – 1,100 square feet |
The Crave offers luxury at an affordable price. To customize it for your home, you can choose from upgrade options and single-sided or see-through models. There are four Crave models and heating capacities are listed below:
| Model | BTUs | Space it will Heat |
|---|---|---|
| Crave 36 | 17,500 – 30,000 | 600 - 900 square feet |
| Crave 48 | 21,000 – 40,000 | 800 – 1,300 square feet |
| Crave 60 | 26,000 – 50,000 | 1,300 – 2,100 square feet |
| Crave 72 | 30,000 – 58,000 | 1,500 – 2,400 square feet |
The Heirloom features authentic masonry style without the cost of a site-built masonry. With the largest fire viewing area in its class, the intense flames illuminate against a textured brick interior for a dramatic effect. This fireplace comes in three models, and heating capacities are listed below:
| Model | BTUs | Space it will Heat |
|---|---|---|
| Heirloom 36 | 27,000 – 45,000 | 1,100 – 1,800 square feet |
| Heirloom 42 | 30,000 – 54,000 | 1,500 – 2,500 square feet |
| Heirloom 50 | 36,000 – 65,000 | 1,900 – 3,000 square feet |
When choosing what model fireplace is right for your home, variables such as the climate where you live, insulation, weatherproofing, ceiling height and the openness of your floor plan can impact the heating of that space. You don’t have to take the plunge alone. Talk to your local Heatilator dealer and make the right choice for your home.
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