What is an electric fireplace?
The electric fireplace insert is an electric stove that slips into an existing fireplace. These inserts are made to resemble a traditional fireplace. When the insert is lit, the real -looking flames jump from the protocols.
For people who live in an older house, an electric fireplace insert allows them to use an existing fireplace that may not be suitable for burning wood. If the chimney is damaged, it would not be safe to build a traditional wooden fire in the fireplace. The fireplace insert does not require any ventilation, so it is perfectly safe to use in this type of situation.
Another great feature of electric fireplace inserts is that they can be illuminated without turning on heat. This means that you can enjoy the atmosphere of fire, complemented by flashing flames, without heat. As a result, a beautiful decorative accent is inserted.
The electric fireplace is also very practical. The typical insert will produce between 4,000 A5,000 btus heat. It is enough for it to be the only source of heat in the room that je around 400 square feet. For this reason, electric fireplace inserts are a nice choice in rooms that are not connected to the existing house pipe, such as Sunroom.
Of course, the fireplace insert does not have to be the only source of heat in the room. If the fireplace is in the area of home where your family is gathering, you can light the fireplace and bow to the thermostat by a few degrees. This keeps the temperature lower in the rest of the house and reduces your account for usefulness. At the same time, it allows you to stay comfortable in the house where you spend the most time.
For a fireplace of each size, inserts are available. Older houses that have coal combustion fireplaces are often smaller than the woods on the wood we see today. Big inserts for both types are available.
The fireplace insert is easy to install. They quickly slip into a place. Most of the traditional 110 volt, three electrical outlets. The fireplace inserts can remain in place nEURČEKA but does not have to. If your fireplace is in good condition, you can easily eject the fireplace insertion and whenever you want, have a traditional wooden fire.