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Choosing the Best SlimLine Fireplace for Your Project

When space is tight but expectations are high, the Heat & Glo SlimLine series delivers the clean look, performance and installation flexibility today’s homeowners expect. Here’s how to choose the best SlimLine fireplace for your next Starting Point floor plan.

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Why Builders Choose Heat & Glo SlimLine

The SlimLine series is designed specifically for common construction challenges:

  • Shallow depth makes it ideal for tight framing and interior walls
  • Direct vent technology supports flexible venting configurations
  • Clean-face design eliminates the need for a visible surround
  • Reliable ignition systems reduce callbacks and service issues
  • Multiple size options to match room scale and design intent

Specifying the Size

SlimLine models are available in several widths, and choosing the right size is critical for both aesthetics and performance. Our dedicated team can help you specify any product for any plan, but here’s a guide to get you started on SlimLine:

SlimLine 3 (SL-3): 28 inches wide

Best for tight corners or rooms when space is at a premium. The 28-inch width helps you provide homeowners with a fireplace where previously not thought possible.

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SlimLine 5 (SL-5): 32 inches wide

Best for smaller rooms, secondary living spaces, bedrooms and townhomes. Compact footprint, efficient heating and easier placement in tight framing.

Heat & Glo Slimline fireplace in a Starting Point home
SlimLine 7 (SL-7): 36 inches wide

A versatile mid-size option suited for most living rooms and open-concept layouts. Provides a stronger visual presence without requiring major wall depth.

SlimLine 7X gas fireplace with Stratford brick, oak logs and Clean Face front with ClearVue mesh .
SlimLine 9 (SL-9): 42 inches wide

Ideal for large great rooms or statement installations. Wider viewing area delivers a high-end look buyers love.

Alt: Heat & Glo SlimLine SL-7 Gas Fireplace with flames, LED embers, and authentic log side-by-side with TV in living room.

Upgrade the Ambiance with the X Collection

Christine Nickerson Living Room Fireplace (After).

The X version of each SlimLine fireplace offers more heat, detailed high-definition logs, eye-catching LED embers, touchscreen remote control and more. It’s everything homebuilders love about the SlimLine, with upgraded options that meet homeowners’ desires in a modern home.