Napoleon Ascent 42 gas fireplace with logs and Westminster herringbone panels
Napoleon Ascent 42 gas fireplace with logs, herringbone panels, and Heritage front
Napoleon Ascent 42 gas fireplace installed in a room

Napoleon Ascent 42 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace, Propane


For homes on propane, the Napoleon Ascent 42 brings a traditional log fire to the wall with very little to add. An oak log set and a safety barrier come included, and the logs rest on a glowing ember bed that makes the fire look lived in. The 37.69 inch wide viewing area gives the flames plenty of stage.

The B42PTRE model lights with electronic pilot-on-demand ignition and has battery back-up. A remote control is optional, and the pan style burner spreads the flame along the logs. Venting runs top or rear with a 4 inch exhaust and 7 inch intake. Napoleon makes the Ascent 42 in Ontario, Canada.

What Makes the Ascent 42 Different

  • Built for propane. This model is set up for propane from the factory, with electronic ignition and battery back-up.
  • Logs and barrier in the box. The oak log set and the safety barrier are included, so you start with a complete fire.
  • Glowing embers. A glowing ember bed under the logs gives the fire depth and a more natural look.
  • Flexible venting. Top or rear venting gives more choices when you're planning where the fireplace goes.

This listing is the Napoleon Ascent 42 for propane, model B42PTRE, with electronic ignition. The oak log set and safety barrier are included.

Key Specifications

  • Model: B42PTRE
  • Fuel: Propane
  • Input, propane (max): 22,000 BTU/hr
  • Ignition: Electronic (pilot on demand), battery back-up
  • Venting: Direct vent, 4 in exhaust / 7 in intake, top or rear
  • Viewing area: 37.69 in W x 23.69 in H (Napoleon B42)
  • Dimensions: 42 in W x 34.63 in H x 18.31 in D
  • Included: Oak log set, safety barrier
  • Optional: Remote control
  • Burner: Pan style, glowing ember bed
  • Made in: Ontario, Canada

Napoleon rates the input. The warmth you notice will depend on the room, your home, the installation, and how the fire is used.

Ownership & Maintenance

Leave the included safety barrier in place on the fireplace. We provide support after the sale.

Our team can help with panels, trim, and a remote, plus venting, framing, and installation. Compare more gas fireplaces.

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