Superior  |  SKU: VRE3242ZENWS

Superior VRE3200 42-Inch Outdoor Vent-Free Gas Fireplace | VRE3242

Regular price $4,249.00

Images & size shown are for reference only: colors may vary by screen, lighting, & natural material variation. See description for dimensions & finish options or call us to request a sample if an exact match is needed.

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Pickup available at Maspeth, NY Showroom

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  • 30-day returns, no restocking fee.
  • Professional installation available across NYC, Long Island, Westchester, northern NJ and Greenwich/Stamford, CT.
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Assembly & Installation

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Warranty

Manufacturer's warranty their products only if they are purchased from an authorized retailer like us. If an issue occurs and the item was purchased from a 3rd party website i.e. Amazon, your claim may be denied. What this means for you as a customer? As a factory authorized & trained dealer for every brand on our website, you will maintain full manufacturer's warranty. Please click on the manufacturer's manual in the description for full warranty coverage information.

Returns

  • No-Restock Fees
  • 30-Day Return Policy
  • The NYC Fireplaces Team wants you to love what it is that you've ordered! If for some reason you have an issue with your product, we offer a '30-Day Return Policy'.
  • We allow returns on all new, unused, unassembled, and "resalable" items in their original packaging within 30 days of the delivery date for a refund (minus the original shipping costs, and the shipping costs you incur shipping the product back). Naturally, if your return is because of our error, you are not responsible for any shipping costs.

Description

Available Superior VRE3200 sizes: 36 inch | 42 inch (this size)

Framing Opening: 48-3/4 in. W x 46-1/2 in. H (dimensions A and B, Superior spec sheet 900990-01)

The Superior VRE3242 is a 42 in. outdoor vent-free gas fireplace (VRE3200 series) with a charred oak style ceramic fiber log set, white stacked or herringbone refractory liners and stainless steel on the weather-exposed surfaces. It is rated 30,000 to 45,000 BTU/h on natural gas and runs from a battery pack with a remote-ready control, so no 120 V wiring is needed. It is built for covered patios, outdoor kitchens and qualifying screened porches, never for indoor rooms.

Key Specifications

Models VRE3242ZENWS / ZENWH (natural gas), VRE3242ZEPWS / ZEPWH (propane); WS = white stacked, WH = white herringbone
Input, natural gas 30,000 to 45,000 BTU/h
Input, propane 32,000 to 41,000 BTU/h
Type Outdoor decorative vent-free gas fireplace, outdoor use only
Certification ANSI Z21.97 / CSA 2.41 outdoor decorative gas appliance
Ignition Battery-operated electronic ignition; battery pack required; control module with built-in remote receiver
Gas pressure NG inlet 5.0 to 10.5 in. w.c., manifold 3.5 in. w.c.; LP inlet 11.0 to 13.0 in. w.c., manifold 10.0 in. w.c.
Shipping weight 290 lb

Dimensions and Cutout

Framing opening (W x H) 48-3/4 in. x 46-1/2 in. per spec sheet; see spec sheet for depth, header and corner dimensions
Screened porch use Minimum 96 sq ft porch area, 7 ft 8 in. ceiling, at least two screened walls open to outside air, 64 sq ft screen area, screen top 6 ft 8 in. minimum
Outdoor space Must meet the ANSI Z21.97 definition of an outdoor space (limited enclosure)
Water management Optional DPSS42 drain pan and weather cover for exposed locations

Features

  • 42 in. outdoor firebox with tall yellow flames
  • Charred oak style ceramic fiber log set
  • White stacked or herringbone refractory liners
  • 304 stainless steel on weather-exposed surfaces (per listing)
  • Battery-powered ignition, no 120 V needed
  • Remote-ready control module (wireless remote per listing)
  • Stainless steel fire screens
  • Optional brushed stainless hood for reduced mantel clearance, drain pan and weather cover

What Is Included and What You Will Need

  • Included per Superior: firebox with refractory liners per variant, log set (in carton), 2 bags of volcanic stone, battery holder, literature; the control module has a built-in remote receiver (wireless remote per listing)
  • Optional: DPSS42 drain pan, outdoor weather cover, brushed stainless hood
  • Required: outdoor or qualifying screened-porch location, non-combustible or approved enclosure per manual, gas supply

Installation Notes

Install only outdoors or in a screened porch or lanai that meets the size and screening rules in Superior manual 900990-00; it is not for indoor use. Plan water management (drain pan) for exposed sites. Gas connection by a licensed plumber; in New York City gas piping requires a licensed master plumber and permit. Book a free design consultation and we will help you plan the layout, utilities and installation.

Documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the VRE3242 indoors?

No. Superior lists it for outdoor use only, including qualifying screened porches and lanais.

Does it need electricity?

No 120 V circuit is required; the ignition runs on a battery pack.

How much heat does it make?

30,000 to 45,000 BTU/h on natural gas and 32,000 to 41,000 BTU/h on propane.

What liner choices are there?

White stacked (WS) or white herringbone (WH) refractory, selectable above.

Related reading: Outdoor Fireplace Buying Guide and Vent-Free vs Direct Vent Gas Fireplace.

Warranty

Innovative Hearth Products (Superior) 20 Year Limited Warranty: product body, firebox and barrier 20 years from installation, ceramic glass 20 years against thermal breakage, with IHP labor rates covered up to five years; burner, gas components, gaskets, logs (thermal breakage), optional blowers and remotes and tempered glass 1 year; optional glass doors 90 days. Vent, trim and paint are excluded. US and Canada installations.