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Superior 40" DRT3500 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace - Top or Rear Vent - DRT3540

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  • Produces 33,000 BTUs
  • Framing Dimensions: 40-7/8" W x 41-1/4" H x 18-1/2" D
  • Viewing Area: 52 9/16 X 26 13/16
  • Available for Natural Gas or Propane
Customize Superior 40" DRT3500 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace - Top or Rear Vent - DRT3540
Natural Gas - Top/Rear Vent - Electronic Ignition
Vista Frame - Black - FVFBK40T
Blackstone Stacked Ceramic - FLK40BLK
Superior 40" DRT3500 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace - Top or Rear Vent - DRT3540

$3,729.00

The DRT3500 Series is the true representation of fully-featured value. Equipped standard with appealing features such as ceramic glass, interior illumination, full-function remote, and blower kit. Choose from a variety of interior liners for a personal “signature” touch. Versatile. Efficient. Affordable. The DRT3500 Series is value without compromise.

  • Available in 35”, 40” and 45” models
  • Mid-size 17” depth saves installed floor space
  • Combination top/rear flue configuration
  • Electronic ignition with seamless battery backup (IPI/CPI switch standard)
  • Outstanding heating efficiency
  • Ceramic glass with protective screen*
  • High-definition log set
  • Vista or Designer face options (required)
  • Interior liners: black porcelain or ceramic fiber (required)
  • Interior illumination with six settings
  • Factory blower with six speeds
  • Full-function remote (thermostat, flame, blower, lighting)
  • Durable powder coat finish
  • 20-year limited warranty

More About Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces

Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces bring in fresh outdoor air for combustion and safely releases combustion gases outdoors through a concentric double-wall pipe. This sealed combustion system offers great flexibility in installation locations to suit different home layouts and architectural requirements because it can be terminated either horizontally or vertically. Both Traditional and Linear Styles are available for your next project. to 

Available Types:

  • Built In Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces
  • Freestanding Gas Direct Vent Heating Stoves
  • Gas Direct Vent Fireplace Inserts for Existing Fireplaces

More About Built In Fireplaces

Also known as Zero Clearance or Prefabricated Fireplaces, these models are designed to be installed directly into a wood-framed cavity, making them ideal for new construction and remodeling projects. Built In Fireplaces cannot be installed into an existing fireplace fireplace opening. Proper clearances must be observed for proper installation - please consult the Installation Manual for details. 

Available Types:

  • Direct Vent Fireplaces
  • Ventless Gas Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplaces
  • Electric Fireplaces

More About Traditional Fireplaces

Traditional Fireplaces capture the classic charm of a wood-burning hearth with realistic log sets, glowing embers, and lifelike flame displays. Designed to deliver warmth and ambiance without the mess or maintenance of real wood, these fireplaces offer easy operation, adjustable settings, and energy-efficient performance

Available Types:

  • Gas Direct Vent Fireplaces
  • Ventless Gas Fireplaces
  • Electric Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplaces

 

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Superior Fireplaces deliver reliable warmth and style with options for every home: efficient gas direct‑vent fireplaces, classic and EPA‑certified wood fireplaces, flexible ventless gas fireplaces, plug‑and‑play electric fireplaces, and easy retrofit gas fireplace inserts. Buy the full Superior lineup at HVACDirect.com for expert help, great pricing, and fast shipping.

Natural Gas - Top/Rear Vent - Electronic Ignition

The Superior DRT3540DEN-E is a 40-inch, traditional direct vent natural gas fireplace designed for mid-size spaces. It features a clean-faced, heat-circulating design that offers a beautiful view of the flames and glowing embers. The 40” model is perfect for mid-size spaces and includes a combination top/rear flue configuration. With an electronic ignition system and seamless battery backup, it ensures continued operation during power outages. The fireplace boasts outstanding heating efficiency with an output of 33,000 BTUs, providing increased comfort and lower operating costs. It comes with ceramic glass for optimum heat transfer and a protective screen, and offers optional accessories such as a heat-circulating blower, remote, and wall controls. The detailed ceramic fiber log set with a black painted interior (optional liners available) adds to its aesthetic appeal. Additionally, it comes with a 20-year limited warranty.

Features:

  • Design:Clean-faced, heat-circulating design with a beautiful view of the flames and glowing embers.
  • Size:40” model, perfect for mid-size spaces.
  • Flue Configuration:Combination top/rear flue configuration.
  • Ignition:Electronic ignition system with seamless battery backup for continued operation during power outages.
  • Efficiency:Outstanding heating efficiency with an output of 33,000 BTUs for increased comfort and lower operating costs.
  • Glass and Screen:Ceramic glass for optimum heat transfer and a protective screen.
  • Optional Accessories:Heat-circulating blower, remote, and wall controls.
  • Interior:Detailed ceramic fiber log set with a black painted interior (optional liners available).
  • Warranty:20-year limited warranty.
Blackstone Stacked Ceramic - FLK40BLK

The Superior Blackstone Stacked Ceramic Liner Kit is a premium accessory for your Superior fireplace. With its heavy-duty construction and attractive appearance, this decorative liner kit provides a professional, finished look. Specifically designed for use with Superior DRT2040/3040/3540 gas fireplaces, it enhances both functionality and aesthetics.

Features

  • Attractive Design - Provides a professional finished appearance
  • For Use With - Designed for use with Superior DRT2040/3040/3540 gas fireplaces
  • Includes - Decorative liner kit
Propane - Top/Rear Vent - Electronic Ignition

The Superior DRT3540DEP-E is a 40-inch, traditional direct vent propane gas fireplace designed for mid-size spaces. It features a clean-faced, heat-circulating design that offers a beautiful view of the flames and glowing embers. The 40” model is perfect for mid-size spaces and includes a combination top/rear flue configuration. With an electronic ignition system and seamless battery backup, it ensures continued operation during power outages. The fireplace boasts outstanding heating efficiency with an output of 27,000 BTUs, providing increased comfort and lower operating costs. It comes with ceramic glass for optimum heat transfer and a protective screen, and offers optional accessories such as a heat-circulating blower, remote, and wall controls. The detailed ceramic fiber log set with a black painted interior (optional liners available) adds to its aesthetic appeal. Additionally, it comes with a 20-year limited warranty.

Features:

  • Design:Clean-faced, heat-circulating design with a beautiful view of the flames and glowing embers.
  • Size:40” model, perfect for mid-size spaces.
  • Flue Configuration:Combination top/rear flue configuration.
  • Ignition:Electronic ignition system with seamless battery backup for continued operation during power outages.
  • Efficiency:Outstanding heating efficiency with an output of 27,000 BTUs for increased comfort and lower operating costs.
  • Glass and Screen:Ceramic glass for optimum heat transfer and a protective screen.
  • Optional Accessories:Heat-circulating blower, remote, and wall controls.
  • Interior:Detailed ceramic fiber log set with a black painted interior (optional liners available).
  • Warranty:20-year limited warranty.
Vista Frame - Black - FVFBK40T

Enhance the look of your Superior Direct Vent Fireplace with the Superior Black Vista Front Facade. This premium accessory features a heavy-duty construction and a sleek black finish, giving your fireplace a professional and polished appearance. Specifically designed for most Superior 40-inch direct vent gas fireplaces, this facade is the perfect finishing touch.

Features

  • Provides a professional, finished appearance
  • Compatible with most Superior 40-inch direct vent gas fireplaces
  • Sleek black color
Greystone Stacked Ceramic - FLK40GREY

The Superior Greystone Stacked Ceramic Liner Kit is a premium accessory for your Superior fireplace. With its heavy-duty construction and attractive appearance, this decorative liner kit provides a professional, finished look. Specifically designed for use with Superior DRT2040/3040/3540 gas fireplaces, it enhances both functionality and aesthetics.

Features

  • Attractive Design - Provides a professional finished appearance
  • For Use With - Designed for use with Superior DRT2040/3040/3540 gas fireplaces
  • Includes - Decorative liner kit
Reflection - Black - FRBK40T

The Superior Black Reflection Front Facade is a premium accessory for your Superior Direct Vent Fireplace. With its heavy-duty construction and attractive appearance, this beautiful facade provides a professional, finished look. Specifically designed for most Superior direct vent 40-inch fireplaces, it enhances both functionality and aesthetics.

Features

  • Professional Appearance - Provides a polished, finished look
  • Compatibility - Designed for use with most Superior direct vent 40-inch gas fireplaces
  • Sleek Design - Features a sleek black color
Blended Brown Stacked Ceramic - FLK40BB

The Superior Blended Brown Stacked Ceramic Liner Kit is a premium accessory for your Superior fireplace. With its heavy-duty construction and attractive appearance, this decorative liner kit provides a professional, finished look. Specifically designed for use with Superior DRT2040/3040/3540 gas fireplaces, it enhances both functionality and aesthetics.

Features

  • Attractive Design - Provides a professional finished appearance
  • For Use With - Designed for use with Superior DRT2040/3040/3540 gas fireplaces
  • Includes - Decorative liner kit
Reflection - Warm Chestnut - FRWC40T

The Superior Warm Chestnut Reflection Front Facade is a premium accessory for your Superior Direct Vent Fireplace. With its heavy-duty construction and attractive appearance, this beautiful facade provides a professional, finished look. Specifically designed for most Superior direct vent 40-inch fireplaces, it enhances both functionality and aesthetics.

Features

  • Professional Appearance - Provides a polished, finished look
  • Compatibility - Designed for use with most Superior direct vent 40-inch gas fireplaces
  • Rustic Design - Features a warm chestnut color
Black Reflective Porcelain - 40LKDV2BP

The Superior fireplace Black Reflective Porcelain Liner Kit enhances your fireplace with a premium, professional finish. Designed specifically for the DRT2040, DRT3040, and DRT3540 gas fireplaces, this kit features heavy-duty construction and an attractive appearance.

Features

  • Attractive Design: Provides a professional finished appearance.
  • For Use With: Specifically designed for Superior DRT2040, DRT3040, and DRT3540 gas fireplaces.
  • Includes: Decorative liner kit.
Craftsman - Black - FCBK40T

The Superior Black Craftsman Front Facade for 40-Inch Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces is a premium accessory for your Superior Direct Vent Fireplace. With heavy-duty construction and an attractive appearance, this beautiful facade gives your fireplace a professional, finished look. It is specifically designed for most Superior direct vent 40-inch fireplaces.

Features

  • Provides a professional finished appearance
  • Designed for use with most Superior direct vent 40-inch gas fireplaces
  • Sleek black color
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Craftsman - Warm Chestnut - FCWC40T

The Superior Warm Chestnut Craftsman Front Facade for 40-Inch Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces is a premium accessory for your Superior Direct Vent Fireplace. With heavy-duty construction and an attractive appearance, this beautiful facade gives your fireplace a professional, finished look. It is specifically designed for most Superior direct vent 40-inch fireplaces.

Features

  • Provides a professional finished appearance
  • Designed for use with most Superior direct vent 40-inch gas fireplaces
  • Rustic warm chestnut color
Decorative Facade Stone Stop Kit (Optional) - DFSSK40

The Superior 40-Inch Decorative Facade Stone Stop Kit provides a premium accessory for the Superior Front Facades. This stone kit allows you to install your decorative facade front into a unit that has a facing material exceeding 1-inch depth. This ensures that your facade will fit the unit after the facing material has been applied.

More Information
Superior 40-Inch Direct Vent Gas - Electronic Ignition - Top/Rear Vent - DRT3540DEN-E
FeatureSpec
SKUDRT3540DEN-E
Weight (in lbs)150
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593102928
Heating BTU23,000-33,000
Venting TypeDirect Vent
Flue LocationTop/Rear
Electrical120V - Electronic Ignition Models & Accessories
TypeBuilt-In Fireplace
Ignition TypeElectronic
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
CertificationAgency Listing: Built to ANSI Z21.88 and CSA 2.33 standards. PFS report F13-98
Size Range40" - 49" Wide
Fireplace StyleLinear, Contemporary
Framing Dimensions40-7/8" W x 41-1/4" H x 18-1/2" D
Height41-1/4"
Width40-7/8"
Depth18-1/2"
Warranty20 Year Limited Warranty
Resources

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Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Superior 40-Inch Direct Vent Gas - Electronic Ignition - Top/Rear Vent - DRT3540DEP-E
FeatureSpec
SKUDRT3540DEP-E
Weight (in lbs)150
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593102935
Heating BTU20,000-27,000
Venting TypeDirect Vent
Flue LocationTop/Rear
Electrical120V - Electronic Ignition Models & Accessories
TypeBuilt-In Fireplace
Ignition TypeElectronic
Fuel TypePropane
CertificationAgency Listing: Built to ANSI Z21.88 and CSA 2.33 standards. PFS report F13-98
Size Range40" - 49" Wide
Fireplace StyleLinear, Contemporary
Framing Dimensions40-7/8" W x 41-1/4" H x 18-1/2" D
Height41-1/4"
Width40-7/8"
Depth18-1/2"
Warranty20 Year Limited Warranty
Resources

You will need Adobe® Acrobat® Reader to view PDF documents.

Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Superior Fireplace Decorative Façade Stone Stop Kit (Optional) - DFSSK40
FeatureSpec
SKUDFSSK40
Weight (in lbs)6.7
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593072559
Height2.5
Width44
Depth6
Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Superior Fireplace Craftsman - Black - FCBK40T
FeatureSpec
SKUFCBK40T
Weight (in lbs)35
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593068903
Height4.5
Width45
Depth42
Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Superior Fireplace Craftsman - Warm Chestnut - FCWC40T
FeatureSpec
SKUFCWC40T
Weight (in lbs)35
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593068934
Height4.5
Width45
Depth42
Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Superior Fireplace Reflection - Black - FRBK40T
FeatureSpec
SKUFRBK40T
Weight (in lbs)31
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593068880
Height4.5
Width45
Depth42
Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Superior Fireplace Reflection - Warm Chestnut - FRWC40T
FeatureSpec
SKUFRWC40T
Weight (in lbs)31
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593068989
Height4.5
Width45
Depth42
Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Superior Fireplace Vista Frame - Black - FVFBK40T
FeatureSpec
SKUFVFBK40T
Weight (in lbs)12.6
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593103116
Height2.375
Width36.75
Depth30
Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Superior Fireplace Blackstone Stacked Ceramic - FLK40BLK
FeatureSpec
SKUFLK40BLK
Weight (in lbs)10
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593071538
MaterialCeramic
Height4.5
Width35
Depth24
Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Superior Fireplace Black Reflective Porcelain - 40LKDV2BP
FeatureSpec
SKU40LKDV2BP
Weight (in lbs)22.95
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593069146
Height8.5
Width35.375
Depth25
Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Superior Fireplace Blended Brown Stacked Ceramic - FLK40BB
FeatureSpec
SKUFLK40BB
Weight (in lbs)7
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593070739
Height4
Width31
Depth21
Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Superior Fireplace Greystone Stacked Ceramic - FLK40GREY
FeatureSpec
SKUFLK40GREY
Weight (in lbs)10
Brand/ManufacturerSuperior Fireplace Products
UPC43593071699
Height4.5
Width35
Depth24
Safety InformationPROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Decline Required Selection
FeatureSpec
SKUDecline-Selection
Weight (in lbs)120
Decline Required Selection
FeatureSpec
SKUDecline-Selection
Weight (in lbs)120
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Customer Questions
Can I Install a TV Over a Direct Vent Fireplace?
Yes, you can install a TV above most Direct Vent Fireplaces, but it’s important to follow the manufacturer’s clearance guidelines for safe installation. Always check the owner’s and installation manuals for the minimum distance between the fireplace and your TV to avoid heat damage. Consider using mantels or heat deflectors to protect your electronics, and ensure your wall can support both the heat load and TV weight.
What type of ignition should I choose for a Direct Vent Gas Firepalce?
Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces typically offer two main ignition options: millivolt (standing pilot) and electronic ignition (pilotless). A millivolt ignition uses a continuously burning pilot light and is popular for its simplicity and reliability—it works even during power outages and is often compatible with wall switches or remote controls. Electronic ignition systems, also known as intermittent pilot ignition (IPI), only light the pilot when heat is needed, reducing gas usage and improving energy efficiency. While electronic ignition is more efficient, it may require battery backup or electricity to function during a power outage.
What is a Direct Vent Gas Fireplace and Is It Safe for My Home?
A Direct Vent Gas Fireplace is a highly efficient, sealed combustion heating appliance that draws air from outside the home for combustion and expels exhaust gases directly outdoors. Unlike traditional fireplaces, it does not rely on indoor air, making it a safe, clean, and energy-efficient heating solution. Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces are ideal for homeowners looking for a safe, cost-effective, and low-maintenance alternative to wood-burning fireplaces. At HVACDirect.com, we offer a wide selection of top-rated models backed by industry-leading warranties and expert customer support.
Do I Need a Blower for My Fireplace to Heat My Home Effectively?
While a fireplace blower isn’t required for your fireplace to function, it can significantly increase heat output and energy efficiency. A blower circulates warm air from the fire into your living space, rather than letting it rise and escape through the chimney or remain trapped inside the fireplace unit. If you're using your fireplace as a primary or supplemental heat source, adding a blower is a smart and cost-effective upgrade. At HVACDirect.com, we offer fireplace blower kits compatible with top brands to help you get the most out of your gas or wood-burning fireplace.
What Are Linear Gas Fireplaces and Why Are They Popular?
Linear gas fireplaces are wide, low-profile fireplaces known for their modern, streamlined design and clean, horizontal flame presentation. Unlike traditional fireplaces, which are more square or arched, linear fireplaces typically measure 48 inches to 72 inches or more in width, making them a striking architectural feature in contemporary homes. Linear gas fireplaces from HVACDirect.com are perfect for homeowners who want to combine elegant aesthetics, high efficiency, and safe heating technology. Our collection includes top-rated brands with customizable options and expert guidance to help you find the perfect fit for your space.
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