Gel Burning Fireplaces

Introduction to Understanding Gel Burning Fireplaces

The use of gel burning fireplaces is increasing in popularity nowadays, although its safety is highly controversial. Since traditional fireplace require chimneys and such to be set up before you can use the fireplace, they tend to be more expensive. With ventless fireplaces, you are able to set up a fireplace instantly even if you is no chimney available in your room.

These ventless fireplaces are especially great for rooms that get a little cold sometimes and there is no chimney or any form of vent for the smoke. It instantly adds warmth to the room by using propane as its source. It not only provides warmth and heat, but it also serves as a little addition to the style of the room because of its aesthetic design.

Why are Gel Burning Fireplaces Safe Indoors?

You might be wondering why this ventless fireplace does not need a chimney when in fact; it still produces fire and heat. The answer lies in the process of combustion in the gases it uses. Its gas used is natural, so it does not require a duct system because the lower emission rates of the gases don’t see a need for that.

The secret to this is from its source of heat–the gel fuel. Unlike the fuel we have so commonly known, it is made up of isopropyl alcohol that has been added with a thickener so it appears as a gel-like substance. Alcohol is known to have burn clean and has no known negative effects. It also does not give off harsh chemicals and most importantly, there is no ash produced. You can say goodbye to that dirty soot that is most commonly associated with fireplaces.

Another great thing about this is that even the harmful gas known as carbon monoxide is not given off by alcohol. Just like any other gas, it creates colourful flames–red, blue, orange, or yellow, that easily adds warmth to the room.

Setting Up Your Gel Burning Fireplace

It is also very easy to set up; it does not take a long time to setup gel burning fireplaces. There are different designs available and with these designs you can choose how to set up your fireplace. For instance, if you choose the corner fireplace, it easily fits into your chosen corner of the room. Other designs include the mantle set-up, fireplace hanging on the wall, and free-standing ventless fireplace. Other manufacturing companies have come up with other designs, and you may also want to check out their new creations.

Gel Burning Fireplaces are Banned in Some Countries and US States

Despite its advantages, some countries and even some US states have banned the use of ventless fireplaces. This is due to the concern that since it is ventless, it may cause suffocation and unconsciousness and may deplete the oxygen level inside the room because oxygen is needed to create fire. Countries like Canada and the state of California does not allow its residents to use this type of fireplace. To make sure, you may want to check it out with your state if these types of fireplaces are really allowed.

The Disadvantage to Gel Burning Fireplaces

There is one drawback with gel burning fireplaces. Its ventless design causes humidity to rise, therefore causing more mold and mildew to grow inside the room’s walls and corners. Given the above information, it is entirely up to you to judge whether gel burning fireplaces are worth it or not. We definitely think it’s worth it though!