What Is A Ventless Fireplace And Should I Purchase One?
Synthetic fireplaces, also called ventless fireplaces, are a recent development that is beginning to gain lots of acceptance. Using a compound called gel fuel, which is generally an isopropyl alcohol based substance, ventless fireplaces are still able to deliver not just the aesthetic value of a normal fireplace, but can also house the fire itself.
How is that possible, since artificial fireplaces do not use a vent? That is where the isopropyl alcohol comes in handy. Thanks to the molecular structure of the isopropyl alcohol molecule, when combusted, it doesn't produce any poisonous or unsafe smoke. It burns purely, not giving off any smells or dangerous chemicals.
Cans of gel fuel are placed within the artificial fireplace's housing, and then lit. Each of the can burns for about 3 hours and brings both the beauty and warmth that comes through a fire. Though not as warm as a conventional fireplace that uses either wood or natural gas, gel fuel is still able to put out a fairly high amount of BTUs.
For people who like the beauty and aesthetic value of an indoor fire, but do not have a fireplace, an artificial fireplace can be a great way to go. They're fairly cheap to buy and do not need any installation usually, unless you buy the in-wall variety. Most slide nicely and neatly up against the wall and give a home the beauty of a conventional fireplace, and the ability to house real fire without needing to mess around with installing a vent.
The sole possible downside that I can find to an artificial fireplace is that gel fuel can be costlier than wood or natural gas. So if you plan on using your artificial fireplace frequently you will want to take that factor into consideration. But apart from that, ventless fireplaces are an awesome invention, cheaply and easily bringing the beauty of a nice fire into your home.
How is that possible, since artificial fireplaces do not use a vent? That is where the isopropyl alcohol comes in handy. Thanks to the molecular structure of the isopropyl alcohol molecule, when combusted, it doesn't produce any poisonous or unsafe smoke. It burns purely, not giving off any smells or dangerous chemicals.
Cans of gel fuel are placed within the artificial fireplace's housing, and then lit. Each of the can burns for about 3 hours and brings both the beauty and warmth that comes through a fire. Though not as warm as a conventional fireplace that uses either wood or natural gas, gel fuel is still able to put out a fairly high amount of BTUs.
For people who like the beauty and aesthetic value of an indoor fire, but do not have a fireplace, an artificial fireplace can be a great way to go. They're fairly cheap to buy and do not need any installation usually, unless you buy the in-wall variety. Most slide nicely and neatly up against the wall and give a home the beauty of a conventional fireplace, and the ability to house real fire without needing to mess around with installing a vent.
The sole possible downside that I can find to an artificial fireplace is that gel fuel can be costlier than wood or natural gas. So if you plan on using your artificial fireplace frequently you will want to take that factor into consideration. But apart from that, ventless fireplaces are an awesome invention, cheaply and easily bringing the beauty of a nice fire into your home.
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If you are not already convinced, check out some of these beautiful artificial fireplace examples. For inexpensive gel fuel, check out how to make gel fuel.