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| A fireplace, to some, is simply known as an | | | | 3. Gas Fireplace |
| appliance that allows flammables to safely burn | | | | This is one user-friendly and energy-efficient sort |
| inside the house. In colder places like Europe and | | | | of fireplace. Not having to gather logs and not |
| some parts of the US, tradition makes the | | | | having to clean ashes are the great conveniences |
| fireplace or hearth an essential feature to keep a | | | | this kind of hearth offers. With the help of a gas |
| house warm and cozy. It is especially needed | | | | burner and a simulated log, the perfect |
| during longer periods of winter. | | | | by-the-fireplace mood is achieved without |
| To know which kind of fireplace best suits your | | | | having to undergo so much fuss. Propane or |
| taste and budget, here is a rundown of the | | | | natural gas is the fuel used on gas fireplaces. |
| various types of fireplace. | | | | 4. Vent-Free Fireplace |
| 1. Electric fireplace | | | | Also known as ODS (Oxygen Depletion Sensor), |
| This fireplace is good for those with a tight | | | | this kind of fireplace deals with the dilemma |
| budget. No chimney is required for this type of | | | | damper that has to stay open as with a direct |
| hearth and it can be installed just about anywhere. | | | | vent fireplace. To live its moniker, the gas is |
| More temperate countries can take advantage of | | | | plainly linked to the hearth to make the flame |
| this electric hearth since the heat can be easily | | | | burn without a vent. This type of fireplace has |
| regulated. The more modern designs of this type | | | | gas that burns more cleanly and cost-effectively |
| of fireplace are made of brick, rustic stone, wood | | | | than those with gas and electricity. |
| and marble. Though, oftentimes, it is aesthetics | | | | 5. Wood Burning Fireplace |
| that is given major consideration on opting for an | | | | This type is the most famous and most favorite |
| electric fireplace, some say that it’s the | | | | amongst all the fireplaces. The cozy smell of |
| fumeless heater that they are raving about. | | | | burning wood and the refreshing sound of fire are |
| 2. Direct Vent Fireplace | | | | this kind’s features that are considered |
| Indoors and outdoors, a direct vent fireplace can | | | | very agreeable for many fireplace aficionados. |
| be easily installed. Yes, this hearth is that versatile. | | | | Choice of woods must not be overlooked in |
| New homeowners can benefit a lot from this | | | | maximizing this fireplace. It is advised that the |
| type of fireplace because of this attribute and its | | | | chimney and the fireplace are cleaned regularly to |
| availability in various designs and shapes. This | | | | ensure safety. |
| hearth does not affect the quality of the indoor | | | | Aside from the built of those abovementioned |
| air and thus considered as a very efficient choice | | | | fireplaces, the material with which they are made |
| of fireplace. It doesn’t require a chimney. A | | | | of must also be given major attention. This is not |
| hole in the wall will do it for a direct vent fireplace. | | | | only to guarantee the visual appeal that your |
| Tightly-sealed homes don’t have to worry | | | | choice of fireplace will add to your home but also |
| about the problem of having to put up with | | | | its durability and efficiency. |
| negative air pressure with this hearth’s | | | | |