Superior Emberwood Split 18" Vent-Free Gas Logs LNF18ES
The Superior Emberwood Split 18" Vent-Free Gas Logs LNF18ES combine detailed cast refractory split-oak logs with the Nature-Flame burner design for tall natural yellow flames, a flickering ember bed, and a traditional wood-fire appearance. The 18-inch Nature-Flame configuration provides up to 30,000 BTU, depending on the selected fuel and control configuration.
Before You Buy
Verify These First
- Your fireplace meets the minimum 26" front width × 17" rear width × 17" height × 15" depth.
- Your burner is one of the manufacturer-approved 18-inch Nature-Flame/NF models.
- You have selected the correct Natural Gas or Liquid Propane configuration.
- You have selected the appropriate millivolt or electronic control configuration.
- Your intended vent-free or vented installation complies with manufacturer instructions and applicable codes.
Do Not Assume
- That every 18-inch gas-log burner is compatible with LNF18ES.
- That Natural Gas and Liquid Propane models are interchangeable.
- That minimum firebox size alone confirms installation suitability.
- That the burner, optional controls, or damper clamp are automatically included.
- That logs or ember media can be rearranged outside the approved placement.
Emberwood Split Overview
The Emberwood Split combines the visual character of freshly split oak with the flame presentation and heating capability of Superior's Nature-Flame gas log platform.
The cast refractory logs reproduce deep wood grain, pronounced bark textures, exposed split surfaces, naturally fractured edges, and realistic coloration. A wood-burning grate appearance reinforces the look of a traditional fireplace.
The Nature-Flame burner uses varied flame movement and a flickering ember bed to produce tall natural yellow flames around the engineered log arrangement.
Superior Emberwood Split LNF18ES at a Glance
Vent-Free Gas Log Set
Single Sided / Front-View
Cast Refractory
Natural Gas or Liquid Propane
Millivolt or Electronic
5-Year Limited Warranty
Firebox Fit & Burner Compatibility
Correct fit requires both sufficient firebox dimensions and an approved burner. Satisfying only one of these requirements does not establish compatibility.
Minimum Firebox Dimensions
| Requirement | LNF18ES Minimum |
|---|---|
| Log Size | 18" |
| Front Width | 26" |
| Rear Width | 17" |
| Height | 17" |
| Depth | 15" |
Approved LNF18ES Burner Models
NATUREFLAME18MN
NF18MN
NATUREFLAME18EN
NF18EN
NATUREFLAME18MP
NF18MP
NATUREFLAME18EP
NF18EP
Key Emberwood Split & Nature-Flame Features
Cast refractory logs reproduce wood grain, bark texture, split surfaces, and naturally fractured edges.
A unique pan burner creates varied flame movement around the engineered log arrangement.
Glowing ember material adds visual depth beneath and around the logs.
The system incorporates the appearance of a conventional wood-burning fireplace grate.
Nature-Flame models are heater rated with 99% heat efficiency according to the supplied manufacturer literature.
The series is also listed for appropriate vented fireplace applications when installed according to manufacturer requirements.
Engineered Log & Ember Placement
The Emberwood Split logs form a complete engineered arrangement. Individual logs locate on specific burner pins, brackets, slots, and supporting logs to establish the intended flame presentation.
The manufacturer's log-placement instructions specify glowing embers behind the front burner ports, followed by platinum embers positioned over the glowing ember material.
Fuel, Control & BTU Configuration
Fuel type and control type are separate product-selection decisions. Confirm both before ordering because they affect compatibility, BTU input, controls, and installation requirements.
Natural Gas
Natural Gas configurations are designed specifically for an approved natural gas supply.
Liquid Propane
Liquid Propane configurations are designed specifically for an approved propane/LP supply.
Millivolt Control
Millivolt configurations are remote ready for approved optional remote and wall controls.
Electronic Control
Electronic configurations include an EcoFlow touchscreen remote according to the supplied product information. The control provides Manual and Thermostat modes, On/Off operation, and three flame-height settings.
18" Nature-Flame BTU Ratings
| Control Configuration | Natural Gas | Liquid Propane |
|---|---|---|
| Millivolt | 30,000–21,000 BTU | 29,000–21,000 BTU |
| Electronic | 30,000–22,000 BTU | 30,000–22,000 BTU |
Vent-Free & Vented Applications
Vent-Free Operation
The Nature-Flame Emberwood Split system is classified primarily as a vent-free fireplace gas log system.
Vent-free operation depends on the specific appliance configuration, fireplace, room conditions, installation requirements, and applicable codes.
Vented Operation
The supplied manufacturer literature also lists the Nature-Flame series for appropriate vented fireplace applications.
For an applicable vented installation, a damper clamp is required and sold separately.
Available Control Accessories
Control compatibility depends on the selected Nature-Flame configuration. The links below are the manufacturer control references supplied with the original product content.
Installation & Safety Requirements
The LNF18ES is not a decorative log set that can simply be placed into any fireplace. Correct installation requires verification of the approved burner, firebox dimensions, fuel configuration, gas supply, clearances, burner installation, log placement, ember placement, ventilation requirements, and applicable codes.
Required Practices
- Read the complete burner and log-placement instructions.
- Confirm the correct Natural Gas or Liquid Propane configuration.
- Use only an approved burner.
- Position every log exactly as instructed.
- Keep burner ports unobstructed.
- Keep the fireplace off and cold during log installation or repositioning.
- Allow logs to cool before handling.
- Install any required safety screen, guard, or barrier before operation.
- Follow applicable local codes and manufacturer requirements.
Prohibited or Incorrect Practices
- Installing the LNF18ES on an unapproved burner.
- Modifying or arbitrarily rearranging the logs.
- Using the set as a source of individual replacement logs.
- Placing glowing embers over burner ports.
- Installing or repositioning logs while the fireplace is hot.
- Substituting one fuel configuration for another.
What's Included?
1 complete LNF18ES engineered cast refractory log arrangement.
1 set of applicable installation and log-placement instructions.
Complete-Set Requirement
The manufacturer identifies the LNF18ES as a complete log set. It must not be used as a source of individual replacement logs.
When replacing an existing compatible set, remove the complete existing set before installing the new LNF18ES arrangement. Do not mix individual LNF18ES logs with an existing or unapproved log set.
Superior Emberwood Split LNF18ES Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Superior Fireplaces |
| Product | Emberwood Split |
| Model | LNF18ES |
| Series | Nature-Flame |
| Product Category | Fireplace Log Sets |
| Product Type | Vent-Free Gas Logs |
| Vent Type | Vent Free |
| Style | Single Sided / Front-View |
| Construction & Size | |
| Log Size | 18" |
| Log Material | Cast Refractory |
| Fuel & Controls | |
| Fuel Options | Natural Gas or Liquid Propane, depending on selected configuration |
| Control Options | Millivolt or Electronic |
| Maximum Input | Up to 30,000 BTU, depending on configuration |
| Minimum Firebox Dimensions | |
| Front Width | 26" |
| Rear Width | 17" |
| Height | 17" |
| Depth | 15" |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty | 5-Year Limited Warranty |
Manufacturer Manuals & Technical Resources
Use the applicable manufacturer documentation to confirm specifications, burner compatibility, installation requirements, controls, log placement, and operating instructions before installation.
Flame Authority Product Guidance
The Superior Emberwood Split 18" LNF18ES is suited to projects requiring an approved 18-inch Nature-Flame gas log arrangement with realistic cast refractory split-oak logs, a traditional front-view presentation, natural yellow flames, and a flickering ember bed.
It is appropriate only when the fireplace meets the required dimensions, the burner is one of the approved Nature-Flame/NF models, and the correct Natural Gas or Liquid Propane and millivolt or electronic configuration has been selected.
It is not appropriate as a universal replacement log set or as a source of individual replacement logs. Burner compatibility, fuel type, log placement, ember placement, clearances, ventilation requirements, and qualified installation should all be confirmed before purchase.
Superior Emberwood Split LNF18ES FAQs
What size fireplace does the Emberwood Split LNF18ES require?
The minimum firebox dimensions are 26" front width × 17" rear width × 17" height × 15" depth. Meeting these dimensions does not replace the other manufacturer clearance and installation requirements.
Which burners are compatible with the LNF18ES?
The LNF18ES is approved for the specified NATUREFLAME18 and NF18 Natural Gas and Propane millivolt/electronic models listed above. Do not install the log set on an unapproved burner.
Can I use the same LNF18ES configuration for Natural Gas and Liquid Propane?
No. Natural Gas and Liquid Propane are separate fuel-specific configurations. Order the version that matches the installation's fuel supply.
How many BTUs does the 18" Nature-Flame system produce?
The system provides up to 30,000 BTU, with the exact range determined by fuel and control configuration. Use the rating for the exact model being purchased.
Does the LNF18ES include a remote control?
Millivolt configurations are remote ready for approved optional controls, while electronic configurations include an EcoFlow touchscreen remote according to the supplied product information.
Can the Emberwood Split be used in a vented fireplace?
Yes, in an appropriate vented application installed according to manufacturer requirements. A damper clamp is required and sold separately.
Can individual LNF18ES logs be replaced, rearranged, or modified?
No. LNF18ES is a complete engineered log set, and the logs must be installed in the approved arrangement without modification.
Does the LNF18ES package include the burner assembly?
The supplied package information identifies the complete log set and installation instructions. Do not assume that the burner, remote controls, wall controls, damper clamp, or other accessories are included unless the exact configuration states that they are.
Final Before-Order Checklist
Confirm
- Model: LNF18ES.
- Minimum firebox dimensions are satisfied.
- The burner model is specifically approved.
- The correct Natural Gas or Liquid Propane version is selected.
- The correct millivolt or electronic control type is selected.
- The applicable BTU range has been verified.
- Included and optional accessories are understood.
- The intended vent-free or vented application is permitted.
- Professional installation requirements can be met.
Avoid These Ordering Errors
- Ordering by 18" size alone without checking burner compatibility.
- Using overall fireplace space instead of the usable firebox measurements.
- Ordering the wrong fuel configuration.
- Assuming every control configuration includes the same remote.
- Assuming the burner or damper clamp is included.
- Mixing LNF18ES logs with another log set.
- Changing the manufacturer-approved log or ember placement.
