Question about gas-insert fireplace and wood-burning...?

I'm a big fan of regular wood burning fireplaces. It's a lot more romantic don't you think, thank just turning on the gas fireplace! You can always add a gas insert to a regular fireplace, but I wouldn't, not the same experience or ambiance. No to mention, wood will be much cheaper in the long run that paying for the gas bill. But to answer your question, you can convert a regular fireplace to a gas fireplace, but you house must have a gas supply. If not, you'll have to have gas routed to your house (only if its available in that neighborhood), or have a propane tank installed on the side of your house. Either way, you're talking big bucks, and for what benefit?? As far as the draft goes, all you have to do is close the damper / flue on the fireplace when you're not using it. This is a metal "door" that you can close as you reach up in the chimney, that serves this purpose. Also, many fireplaces have gl doors that close, cutting off most of the draft. On another note, there are also self-venting gas fireplaces that can be added to any home, that do not require a chimney.