Real Flame Fireplaces

Real Flame Fireplaces Offer Great Results With Easy Installation

If wanting the beauty of a fire in the home without installing a complete fireplace and chimney, Real Flame Fireplaces offer easy installation of a ventless fireplace. Real Flame Fireplaces use an alcohol gel fuel, so there is no need a natural gas or propane connection. In addition, the gel offers a much cleaner operation than burning wood.

The Allure of a Wood Fire

Practically everyone enjoys sitting by a crackling fireplace, watching the fire on a cold winter’s eve. Unfortunately, not every home has a hearth. In addition, in homes where there is a place for a fire, the chimney may draw more heat out of the home than is provided by the burning wood. Thus, watching that burning fire, could actually cost you money as the central heating unit must work harder to keep the home warm. Clean burning alcohol gel fuel requires no vent and can be installed in practically any home or apartment. Units are also available for outdoor use.

Burning wood can be a messy proposition. The wood often brings in dirt and debris that are tracked all through the house. In addition, a wood pile makes an excellent hiding place for insects and even rodents that can be carried into the home with the wood. If the chimney does not do an excellent job at drawing the smoke from the fire, it can easily give the home a smoky smell.

Other Alternatives

While gas units can help to do away with many of these problems, many homeowners do not have availability to gas. In addition, apartment dwellers or persons that rent homes are often not approved for making the modifications needed to install a gas unit.

Electric units offer the portability needed to for easier installation. The make the look of flames available in more homes. Many improvements have recently been made in the electric units. The flames are approaching a more realistic look, but still have a bit of a fake look. In addition, although they offer a the possibility of heat, it is generally electrical resistance heat, the most ineffective of all types of electrical heat. Heavy use can cause a substantial increase in the electric bill.

Real Flame Fireplaces are the Best Choice

Real Flame Fireplaces offer the portability of an electric unit but offer the heat and looks of realistic flames. Even persons with a normal hearth may find that the fire logs offered by Real Flame Fireplaces makes a better choice than burning wood or installing gas logs. The damper can be closed so that heat is not lost up the flue.

Real Flame fireplaces are available in many styles and sizes. These Real Flame Fireplaces can make a home feel warmer and more inviting. Small personal units are designed to sit on a tabletop. Corner units can take very little space yet offer a realistic looking fire in the home. Outdoor units can offer a safer alternative to an outdoor fire pit or other type of outdoor heating device. With all units, the flames can easily be extinguished for safety. Look for the units and fuel in your favorite stores as well as online.