Abstract: An artificial log fireplace utilizing non-combustible logs retained in a preselected array on a support frame and a liquid fuel supply system within said support for delivering fuel to be burned adjacent the non-combustible logs. The log support frame includes an enclosed liquid fuel reservoir adjacent the rear thereof, along with first and second elongated open top fuel burning chambers. The fuel burning chambers are arranged in spaced-apart axial relationship, and each are disposed forwardly of the liquid fuel reservoir. An open top tray with upstanding walls extends across the entire bottom surface of the support frame. Wicking means are provided within the confines of each fuel burning chamber, and valve means are arranged along the conduit which is provided to deliver a fuel flow path between the fuel reservoir and the fuel burning chambers, with a hand-operated valve being arranged to interrupt the flow of fuel from the reservoir to the fuel burning chambers.

Abstract: A noncombustible artificial log and method for simulating combustion thereof, wherein the artificial log is provided with fuel retaining recesses disposed at spaced axial locations therealong for receiving a readily combustible supply of fuel therein. The recesses are sufficiently deep so as to retain a supply of fuel therein which has a long burn duration. The recesses have a diameter which is small relative to the overall diameter of the artificial log.