To use Victor burner with your existing antique fireplace grate
Sometimes customers want to use an existing old fireplace grate and convert it to gas.
Keep in mind that the burner must be set on and attached to the floor of the fireplace. This means you can't set the burner up inside of the grate.
The fire will look best if the coals are placed inside the pan burner. Putting the pan under the grate and putting the coal inside of your grate will provide a separation between the fire and the coals, the coals won't glow well and it just won't look that terrific, but it can be done. You need a clearance of at least 7" between the floor of your fireplace and the bottom of your existing grate.
We advise that you remove the bottom from your grate to accomplish this design for the best appearance. You may be hesitant to destroy an antique, so we really recommend that you stick your antique grate away and use one of our frets or baskets to get this look. But should you be intent on adapting your fireplace by purchasing the burner separately, we do offer that option.
REQUIREMENTS: Our gas coal burners are vented models. This means you must have a proper chimney that is lined and suitable for use with wood. This also means if you've been told the chimney isn't safe to burn wood, don't think of converting it to gas. Have the chimney repaired first!