Bellingham 38 Gas Fireplace
The Bellingham Landscape Design, Smaller and More Efficient
If you love the Bellingham design language but the larger models' lower efficiency was giving you pause, the Bellingham 38 is the answer.
The Bellingham 38 carries forward the full Bellingham value proposition:
- Traditional fireplace aesthetic + TV-above-fireplace capability — the landscape design format that bridges the gap between traditional and contemporary fireplaces
- Same 4 refractory options as the larger Bellinghams (Black Glass, Chicago, Ledgestone, Herringbone)
- Standard Top Accent Light Kit and Ember Bed Light Kit — unique-to-Bellingham accent lighting included as standard equipment
- Standard Fan Kit — active air circulation included (same as Bellingham 44, while Bellingham 52 has fan kit as optional)
- Split-flow engineer-designed burner with modulating output (17,000 - 43,500 BTU NG)
- Komfort Kontrol Remote for precision temperature control
- IPI Electronic Ignition with included safety screen front
- ANSI Z21.88 Vented Gas Heater certification
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Direct vent — sealed combustion, no chimney required
Specifications
| Brand | Kozy Heat |
|---|---|
| Model | Bellingham 38 |
| SKU | BHM-38 |
| Product Type | Landscape Design Direct Vent Gas Fireplace (Smallest Bellingham) |
| BTU Input (Natural Gas) | 17,000 – 43,500 BTU/hr (modulating) |
| BTU Input (Liquid Propane) | 16,500 – 43,500 BTU/hr (modulating) |
| Steady State Efficiency (NG) | 69.48% (highest in Bellingham series) |
| Steady State Efficiency (LP) | 69.79% |
| P.4 ENERGUIDE Efficiency (NG) | 67.43% |
| P.4 ENERGUIDE Efficiency (LP) | 66.65% |
| AFUE (NG) | 68.44% |
| AFUE (LP) | 67.75% |
| Viewing Area | 38-7/16 in. (W) × 24-7/8 in. (H) — approximately 957 sq. in. |
| Viewing Aspect Ratio | ~1.5:1 (landscape proportions, most square in Bellingham family) |
| Glass Type | Ceramic with inside-fit safety screen front (standard) |
| Burner Type | Split-Flow, Engineer-Designed, Modulating |
| Ignition System | IPI (Electronic Intermittent Pilot Ignition) |
| Remote Control | Komfort Kontrol Remote (standard) |
| Top Accent Light Kit | Standard (unique to Bellingham series) |
| Ember Bed Light Kit | Standard (unique to Bellingham series) |
| Fan Kit | Standard (same as Bellingham 44; optional on Bellingham 52) |
| Standard Media | Traditional log set |
| Optional Media | Birch log set (replaces traditional) |
| Required Refractory Options | Black Glass, Chicago, Ledgestone, or Herringbone |
| Vent Type | Direct Vent (Horizontal Power Vent optional) |
| Optional Komfort Zone Kit | Available (Part #KZK-038) — for safe TV mounting above with reduced clearances |
| Optional Vented Cavity | Available — alternative TV-mounting solution |
| Optional Interior Heat Transfer Kit | Available — redirect heat to adjacent interior room |
| Optional Exterior Heat Transfer Kit | Available — alternative heat redirection ducting |
| Certification | ANSI Z21.88 Vented Gas Heater |
| Warranty | Kozy Heat Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Made In | USA (Hussong Manufacturing, Minnesota) |
Heat Distribution Options
The Bellingham 38 supports the same heat distribution flexibility as the larger Bellinghams:
- Komfort Zone Kit (Part #KZK-038) — natural convection duct system that redirects warm air rising from the firebox to higher up the wall, out the sidewalls, or to an adjacent room. Enables safe TV mounting above and lower mantel clearances.
- Vented Cavity — alternative TV-mounting solution using different ducting routes
- Interior Heat Transfer Kit — redirects heat from the main firebox to an adjacent interior room
- Exterior Heat Transfer Kit — alternative ducting for installations requiring different heat distribution paths
- Horizontal Power Vent — alternative venting that uses an electric fan to assist termination, enabling longer or more flexible vent paths than passive direct venting allows
The standard fan kit on the Bellingham 38 already provides active air circulation, so heat transfer kits are only needed if you specifically want to redistribute heat to other rooms beyond the immediate fireplace room.
Brand
Kozy Heat®
Bring warmth, style, and an inviting focal point to your home with a Kozy Heat gas fireplace. From traditional log fireplaces to modern linear designs, Kozy Heat offers a wide selection of direct vent gas fireplaces built for both dependable comfort and beautiful flame presentation.
Kozy Heat’s gas fireplace lineup includes modern and traditional options, including direct vent, insert, freestanding, and zone-heating fireplace choices.
Distinctive Features
Wide Range of Traditional and Modern Styles
Choose the look that fits your space: classic logs, clean-face styling, modern glass media, or a bold linear fireplace built to anchor the room.
Direct Vent Heating for Flexible Installation
A Kozy Heat direct vent gas fireplace gives you more freedom when designing a new hearth, remodel, basement, living room, or gathering space.
Flame, Heat, and Design Control
Create the fireplace experience you want: cozy supplemental heat, a dramatic design statement, or everyday ambiance with easy control.
Kozy Heat Gas Fireplace FAQs
What makes Kozy Heat gas fireplaces different from wood fireplaces?
Gas fireplaces offer easier operation, less mess, and more consistent control than a traditional wood-burning fireplace. There is no wood hauling, ash cleanup, or manual fire starting.
What is a direct vent gas fireplace?
A direct vent fireplace draws combustion air from outside and vents exhaust outdoors. This makes it a popular choice for modern installations.
Can I install a Kozy Heat gas fireplace in a room without a chimney?
Often, yes. Many direct vent gas fireplaces can be installed without a masonry chimney, but installation depends on vent routing, clearances, local code, and the selected model.
Are Kozy Heat gas fireplaces for heat or decoration?
Both. Many homeowners choose them for supplemental heat, while others use them as a design centerpiece with realistic flames and decorative media.
Can I choose between traditional and modern styles?
Yes. Kozy Heat offers traditional log-style fireplaces as well as modern linear and contemporary designs.
Should I choose a gas fireplace or gas insert?
Choose a gas insert if you already have an existing wood-burning fireplace you want to convert. Choose a gas fireplace if you are building a new fireplace location or replacing a full fireplace system.
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