Hearth Heaters
Traditional fireplaces require air for the fire to burn. The air is drawn to the fire, heated and much of it goes up the chimney. This is called a draft. The problem with a conventional fireplace is the fact that it pulls air from inside the house up the chimney and the vacuum created by the draft pulls cold air into the house.
If you enjoy your fireplace but don’t like the increased burden and expense it places on your furnace, a wood burning fireplace insert may be just what you need. A wood burning fireplace insert uses the same technological improvements that have been developed for wood burning stoves. The difference is that it fits right into your existing fireplace. In the United States wood stoves, new wood burning fireplace inserts must be certified by the Environmental Protection Agency. This same type of certification process is required in many parts of Canada as well.
These new inserts are normally made from plate steel or cast iron. They are clean burning and extremely efficient. They have glass doors on the front that allow you to view the fire and fit right into the opening of an existing fireplace. Some sit flush with the fireplace while others protrude onto the hearth. The inserts that extend often prove to be more efficient because the sides and top areas that stick out allow additional radiant heat to be released into the home.
Fireplace inserts often have built in blowers that improve efficiency and the circulation of the heat throughout the room or rooms. The blowers may be mounted inside the front or sides of the insert. Depending on the model you choose they may be controlled manually or automatically by a thermostat.
When installing a wood burning fireplace insert, the insert must have a positive connection from it’s outlet to the first section of the flue liner. This ensures that the smoke will go up the chimney directly and minimizes combustible deposits that can end up condensing in the fireplace. An even better installation option is fully relining the chimney since the smaller pipe size provides a better draft and an added margin of safety.
If you do decide to install a full relining system, stainless steel pipe that connects to the insert and goes all the way to the top of the chimney can help you avoid the need to remove the insert when it is time to clean the chimney. Since most inserts are heavy and difficult to move this can be a real benefit.
The Wood Fireplace Insert blog has additional information that will help you figure out the best way to get the most out of your wood fireplace insert or stove. Find more valuable information at http://www.woodfireplace-insert.com
Electric Stoves – Plow & Hearth
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PANACEA 15016 FIREPLACE TOOL SET 28 – BLACK $34.75 PANACEA FIREPLACE TOOL SET *28″ tall stand *Includes: shovel, poker, tongs broom & stand *Compliments any black screen and log rack *Durable wrought iron design *Black finish *Other accessories: Ace no. 4294526 and Ace no. 4166591 (log holder) *Boxed… |
