Empire White Mountain Hearth Ponderosa Gas Logs
Empire White Mountain Hearth LS30P 30" Ponderosa Refractory Gas Log Set
The Empire White Mountain Hearth LS30P is a 30-inch, 13-piece Ponderosa refractory gas log set designed for compatible 30" Empire Slope Glaze burner systems. Its hand-painted refractory logs create a layered, naturally stacked wood-fire appearance while allowing the burner, Natural Gas or Propane fuel configuration, ignition, controls, and operating setup to be selected separately.
Model
LS30P / LS-30P-1
Nominal Size
30"
Log Count
13 Pieces
Material
Refractory
Style
Ponderosa
Required Burner
30" Slope Glaze
Fuel
NG / LP via Burner
Shipping Weight
64 lb
Important: Log Set Only — Burner Not Included
The LS30P includes the 13-piece Ponderosa refractory log set only. A compatible 30" Empire Slope Glaze burner is required and must be purchased separately.
System specifications come from the burner:
BTU input, ignition, flame adjustment, remote capability, gas pressure, and Natural Gas or Propane configuration are determined by the separately selected burner—not by the LS30P logs.
Layered 13-Piece Ponderosa Fireplace Presentation
The LS30P is designed for homeowners who want a substantial traditional gas-log arrangement with more visual depth than simpler few-piece log sets.
Its 13 individually positioned refractory logs build the presentation across front, rear, middle, upper, and top layers to imitate naturally stacked firewood.
The hand-painted refractory construction helps give each log individual texture and character while maintaining compatibility with the approved Empire Slope Glaze burner platform.
Empire LS30P at a Glance
Brand
Empire White Mountain Hearth
Product Type
Refractory Gas Log Set
Color
Brown / Natural Wood Appearance
Is the Empire LS30P Right for Your Fireplace?
Best For
- Buyers wanting a large 30" Ponderosa gas-log presentation.
- Projects using a compatible 30" Empire Slope Glaze burner.
- Homeowners wanting a highly layered 13-piece refractory arrangement.
- Natural Gas installations using the proper burner model.
- Propane installations using the proper burner model.
- Manual-control burner configurations.
- Millivolt remote-ready burner configurations.
- Variable-flame burner configurations.
- Intermittent-pilot burner configurations.
- Approved vented or vent-free installations where permitted.
Do Not Choose This Log Set If
- You need a complete gas-log system.
- You expect a burner, gas valve, or controls to be included.
- Your burner is not approved for the LS30P.
- Your fireplace cannot meet the exact burner's dimensional requirements.
- You want to freely rearrange the logs.
- You need a vent-free installation in Canada.
- Your jurisdiction prohibits the intended vent-free configuration.
What's Included?
Included
- 1 × Empire White Mountain Hearth LS30P 30" Ponderosa refractory log set
- 13 individual refractory logs
Not Included
- 30" Empire Slope Glaze burner
- Burner controls
- Ignition system
- Remote control unless supplied with the separately selected burner
- Gas-supply components
Compatible 30" Empire Slope Glaze Burners
| Burner Series |
Control Type |
Fuel Options |
Maximum Burner Input |
| VFSE-30 |
Intermittent Pilot with Thermostat Variable Remote |
Natural Gas / Propane Models |
Up to 38,000 BTU/hr |
| VFSV-30 |
Variable Flame |
Natural Gas / Propane Models |
Up to 38,000 BTU/hr |
| VFSR-30 |
Millivolt / Remote Ready / Standing Pilot |
Natural Gas / Propane Models |
Up to 38,000 BTU/hr |
| VFSM-30 |
Manual Hi-Med-Low / Standing Pilot |
Natural Gas / Propane Models |
Up to 38,000 BTU/hr |
| VSR-30 |
Vented Millivolt with On/Off Switch |
Natural Gas / Propane Models |
Refer to Applicable VSR Manual |
Compatible model families listed in the supplied content:
VFSE30N / VFSE30P, VFSM30NAT / VFSM30LP, VFSR30NAT / VFSR30LP, VFSV30NAT / VFSV30LP, and VSR30NAT / VSR30LP.
BTU clarification: The documented 38,000 BTU/hr maximum applies to compatible burner configurations, not to the LS30P refractory logs.
Natural Gas or Propane?
The LS30P logs themselves are not fuel-specific.
The separately purchased burner determines whether the completed system operates on Natural Gas or Propane.
Natural Gas
Select the exact Natural Gas version of the compatible 30" Slope Glaze burner.
Propane / LP
Select the exact Propane version of the compatible 30" Slope Glaze burner.
Do not assume field conversion.
The supplied burner information states that applicable burners must be used with the gas type indicated on their rating plate and are not field-convertible between gas types.
Will the Empire LS30P Fit My Fireplace?
Do not determine compatibility based only on the 30-inch nominal log size. The selected burner must fit the actual fireplace or approved firebox.
| Burner |
Minimum Front Width |
Minimum Rear Width |
Minimum Depth |
Minimum Height |
| VFSM-30 |
38" |
30" |
14" |
20" |
| VFSR-30 |
34" |
26" |
14" |
20" |
| VFSV-30 |
34" |
26" |
14" |
20" |
| VFSE-30 |
34" |
26" |
14" |
20" |
These are burner installation dimensions. They are not the physical dimensions of the LS30P logs. Verify the exact burner manual before ordering.
Compatible Empire Fireboxes
Empire's supplied product information lists the LS30P for the following firebox families:
VFD42FB
Listed for 30" Ponderosa applications.
VFP42FB
Listed for 30" Ponderosa applications.
VFS42FB
Listed for 30" Ponderosa applications.
Firebox compatibility does not remove burner requirements. The exact burner, fuel, controls, clearances, and installation still must be verified.
Vented vs. Vent-Free Installation
Vent-Free Configuration
- Use an approved compatible vent-free burner.
- Provide adequate combustion and ventilation air.
- Verify fireplace dimensions and all clearances.
- Follow the manufacturer-prescribed 13-log arrangement.
- Confirm local codes permit vent-free operation.
Vented Decorative Configuration
- Use an approved vented burner configuration.
- Maintain a functioning flue.
- Follow applicable damper requirements.
- Use the fireplace and burner according to the applicable vented instructions.
The log set itself does not determine the operating mode. Vented or vent-free use depends on the burner, fireplace, completed installation, and applicable codes.
Canadian Installation Restriction
Vent-free installation is not permitted in Canada.
Empire's Ponderosa instructions state that the unit may only be installed in the approved vented configuration in Canada.
Correct 13-Piece Ponderosa Log Placement
The LS30P logs are not intended to be arranged freely. Empire specifies a precise installation sequence using designated burner pins, supports, recesses, and bosses.
| Position |
Log |
| 1 |
Front Left Log |
| 2 |
Rear Left Log |
| 3 |
Rear Right Log |
| 4 |
Front Right Log |
| 5 |
Rear Center Log |
| 6 |
Middle Left Log |
| 7 |
Middle Right Log |
| 8 |
Upper Middle Right Log |
| 9 |
Middle Center Log |
| 10 |
Upper Middle Left Log |
| 11 |
Top Center Log |
| 12 |
Top Right Log |
| 13 |
Top Left Log |
Do not rearrange or substitute logs. Incorrect positioning can interfere with flame movement, cause flame impingement, and contribute to sooting or improper combustion.
Decorative Media & Burner Area
- Do not place decorative lava rock directly on the burner.
- Do not place unauthorized material over burner openings.
- Keep the burner, venturi, and primary-air areas clean and unobstructed.
- Use only decorative materials permitted by the applicable Empire instructions.
Why this matters: Burner airflow and port openings directly affect flame shape and combustion performance.
Combustion & Ventilation Air
Vent-free gas heaters use room air for combustion and require adequate combustion and ventilation air.
Do not install a vent-free burner in a space that cannot meet the required air-volume provisions.
Buildings with unusually tight construction may require additional fresh air according to the applicable manufacturer instructions and fuel-gas codes.
Fans, Drafts & Flame Behavior
Do not allow ceiling fans, portable fans, nearby registers, or other strong drafts to blow directly into the fireplace.
Air movement that pushes flame against the logs or firebox can interfere with proper burning and contribute to soot formation.
Glass Fireplace Door Requirements
Glass doors must remain open during operation for applicable gas-log installations.
Follow the instructions for the exact burner and fireplace combination being used.
Installation & Service Requirements
- Installation and gas-system service should be performed by qualified personnel.
- Use only the gas type specified for the selected burner.
- Verify fireplace or firebox dimensions before installation.
- Confirm the exact 30" burner model.
- Maintain required mantel, sidewall, ceiling, and combustible-material clearances.
- Provide required combustion and ventilation air for vent-free operation.
- Follow the exact 13-log placement sequence.
- Do not operate the system with damaged or incorrectly positioned logs.
- Keep burner and air openings free of lint, dust, pet hair, and debris.
- Do not allow fans to disturb the flame pattern.
- Follow all applicable Empire manuals and local requirements.
Complete Empire LS30P Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Empire Comfort Systems / White Mountain Hearth |
| Collection |
Ponderosa |
| Model |
LS30P / LS-30P-1 |
| Product Type |
Refractory Gas Log Set |
| Nominal Size |
30" |
| Log Count |
13 Pieces |
| Material |
Refractory |
| Finish |
Hand-Painted |
| Color |
Brown / Natural Wood Appearance |
| Required Burner |
Compatible 30" Empire Slope Glaze Burner |
| Fuel Type |
Determined by Separately Purchased Natural Gas or Propane Burner |
| Vented Use |
Supported with Appropriate Burner and Installation |
| Vent-Free Use |
Supported with Appropriate Burner Where Permitted by Applicable Codes |
| Maximum Documented Compatible Burner Input |
Up to 38,000 BTU/hr |
| Compatible Empire Fireboxes |
VFD42FB, VFP42FB, VFS42FB |
| Burner Included |
No |
| Shipping Weight |
64 lb |
| Country of Manufacture |
USA |
| Canadian Vent-Free Installation |
Not Permitted |
| Log Placement |
Manufacturer-Prescribed 13-Piece Arrangement |
Specification note: BTU input, gas pressure, ignition, thermostat capability, flame adjustment, and remote-control features belong to the selected burner, not to the LS30P log set.
Compare Ponderosa Log Set Sizes
30" Ponderosa
LS30P — This Product
Flame Authority Expert Recommendation
Choose the Empire White Mountain Hearth LS30P when you want a large 30" 13-piece Ponderosa refractory log presentation and have identified a compatible 30" Empire Slope Glaze burner.
Its biggest advantage is the highly layered 13-log arrangement, which provides more visual depth than simpler gas-log sets while still allowing you to choose the burner fuel, control system, and operating configuration separately.
Before ordering, verify the exact burner model, Natural Gas or Propane supply, control type, fireplace dimensions, compatible firebox, vented or vent-free operating mode, combustion-air requirements, and local installation rules.
Official Manufacturer Resources
Traditional Vent-Free Log Sets Brochure
Manufacturer information covering White Mountain Hearth log sets, Slope Glaze burner families, controls, fuel options, fireboxes, and product specifications.
Ponderosa Log Set Installation & Placement Manual
Manufacturer LS30P log-placement sequence, decorative-media guidance, installation, operation, and safety information.
Vent-Free Slope Glaze Burners Manual
Manufacturer vent-free burner installation, firebox sizing, combustion-air, gas-supply, clearance, operation, and safety information.
Vent-Free Slope Glaze Burner Variable Flame Manual
Manufacturer requirements for compatible VFSV variable-flame burner configurations.
Vent-Free Slope Glaze Burner Intermittent Pilot Manual
Manufacturer installation and operating requirements for compatible VFSE intermittent-pilot burner configurations.
Vented Slope Glaze Burner Millivolt with On/Off Switch Manual
Manufacturer requirements for compatible VSR vented burner installations.
Empire LS30P FAQs
Does the Empire LS30P include the gas burner?
No. The LS30P includes the 13-piece Ponderosa refractory log set only. A compatible 30" Empire Slope Glaze burner is required separately.
How many logs are included with the LS30P?
The LS30P includes 13 individual refractory logs.
Can the Empire LS30P be used with Natural Gas?
Yes, when paired with the proper Natural Gas version of a compatible 30" Slope Glaze burner.
Can the Empire LS30P be used with Propane?
Yes, when paired with the proper Propane / LP burner configuration.
Which burners work with the Empire LS30P?
The supplied information identifies VFSE30N/VFSE30P, VFSM30NAT/VFSM30LP, VFSR30NAT/VFSR30LP, VFSV30NAT/VFSV30LP, and VSR30NAT/VSR30LP.
Is the LS30P rated at 38,000 BTU?
No. The LS30P is the decorative log set. Compatible vent-free 30" Slope Glaze burners documented in the supplied information are rated up to 38,000 BTU/hr.
What fireplace size does the VFSM-30 require?
The supplied information lists a minimum of 38" front width × 30" rear width × 14" depth × 20" height.
What fireplace size do the VFSR-30, VFSV-30, and VFSE-30 require?
The supplied information lists 34" front width × 26" rear width × 14" depth × 20" height for these documented configurations.
Which Empire fireboxes are listed for the LS30P?
Empire lists VFD42FB, VFP42FB, and VFS42FB.
Can the Empire LS30P be installed vent-free?
Yes, where permitted, when paired with an appropriate compatible vent-free burner and installed according to the applicable fireplace, combustion-air, clearance, and code requirements.
Can the LS30P also be used in a vented installation?
Yes, with an approved vented burner configuration and installation that meets the applicable manufacturer requirements.
Can the LS30P be installed vent-free in Canada?
No. Empire's Ponderosa instructions limit Canadian installations to an approved vented configuration.
Can I rearrange the Ponderosa logs?
No. The 13 logs must follow Empire's prescribed placement sequence because incorrect positioning can interfere with flame movement and contribute to sooting.
Can I add extra logs to the LS30P?
No. Do not add or substitute unapproved logs or other material.
Can decorative lava rock be placed directly on the burner?
No. The supplied Ponderosa instructions state that decorative lava rock should not be placed directly on the burner.
Does a vent-free installation require fresh air?
Yes. Vent-free gas heaters use room air for combustion and require adequate combustion and ventilation air.
Can fans affect the gas-log flame?
Yes. Ceiling fans, portable fans, air registers, and other direct drafts can alter flame behavior and should not blow directly into the fireplace.
Can fireplace glass doors remain closed during operation?
No, for the applicable installations described in the supplied information. Fireplace glass doors should remain open during operation.
Should the Empire LS30P system be professionally installed?
Yes. Gas piping, burner installation, testing, controls, repair, and servicing should be handled by appropriately qualified personnel.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm the compatible 30" burner, correct Natural Gas or Propane version, control system, fireplace dimensions, vented or vent-free installation, and all applicable local requirements. Remember that the burner is not included.
Before You Order
Confirm Before Purchase
- You specifically need the Empire LS30P.
- You want the 30" 13-piece Ponderosa refractory configuration.
- You have identified a compatible 30" Empire Slope Glaze burner.
- You have confirmed Natural Gas or Propane fuel.
- You have selected the appropriate control and ignition configuration.
- Your fireplace meets the exact burner's dimensional requirements.
- You have confirmed vented or vent-free installation requirements.
- You can provide adequate combustion and ventilation air for vent-free use.
- You can meet all required clearances.
- You will follow the exact 13-log placement sequence.
- You understand that the burner and controls are sold separately.
Do Not Assume
- That a burner is included.
- That every 30" burner is compatible.
- That the logs determine fuel type.
- That the LS30P itself produces 38,000 BTU/hr.
- That all compatible burners require the same firebox dimensions.
- That nominal 30" log size guarantees fireplace fit.
- That Natural Gas and Propane burner versions are interchangeable.
- That vented and vent-free requirements are identical.
- That vent-free installation is allowed everywhere.
- That vent-free installation is permitted in Canada.
- That the 13 logs can be rearranged freely.
- That decorative lava rock can be placed directly on the burner.
Final planning check: Use the Ponderosa LS-30P-1 manual and the installation manual for the exact selected Empire Slope Glaze burner to verify burner compatibility, fuel type, controls, BTU input, fireplace dimensions, combustion air, vented or vent-free configuration, clearances, log placement, decorative-media placement, and applicable local requirements before installation.
