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One of the reasons
ventless fireplaces have become so popular with homeowners is
because they are extremely versatile. They come is many different
shapes, sizes and styles to fit any home’s décor, and they can be
installed virtually anywhere. Because they don’t require the
installation of a chimney or any other exterior ducting, they cost
less to put in as well.
Bedrooms, kitchens and bathrooms have become popular places for
ventless fireplaces because of their ease of installation.
Fireplaces add so much in terms of ambiance and character to these
rooms that they more than make up for their cost.
Within a room, a ventless fireplace can be installed almost
anywhere. Some units come with built-in hearths or mantels, and
others are just inserts that require you to build a hearth for them.
Either way, installation is quick, easy and relatively inexpensive.
No matter what interior design style is in your home, you are sure
to find a ventless fireplace to match. Ventless fireplaces can be
contemporary, country, traditional and even modern in style. If you
don’t have access to a gas line to run a ventless gas fireplace,
don’t worry; you can get a ventless fireplace that’s also flameless.
There are faux gas fireplaces that run off electricity and produce a
simulated flame using optical illusion. They can even come with an
electrical heater built-in to put out heat like a real fireplace.
These fireplaces will not put of any carbon monoxide as they are
actually doing any combustion.
Guide to Ventless Fireplaces
Fireplaces add so much to the design and feeling of a room. Cold
nights are made much cozier when there is a fireplace to curl up by.
Unfortunately, not all homes are built with fireplaces, and it can
be a major expense and hassle to have one put in.
Ventless fireplaces make it possible to have a fireplace in
virtually any room. As their name implies, ventless fireplaces are
not vented to the outside by a chimney or anything else.
Consequently, they are far less limited in where they can be placed.
Ventless fireplaces are run on gas, either propane of natural. They
are free standing units that don’t require electricity, only a gas
hookup. Consequently, they are a good source of heat should the
electricity ever go out. Because they vent into the room, these
fireplaces are designed to burn very efficiently to reduce the
amount of carbon monoxide that is released. Carbon monoxide
detectors and oxygen level monitors are standard features on
ventless fireplaces to ensure the safety of everyone around.
Some people may worry about the safety of ventless fireplaces
because there is no chimney, but they are perfectly safe when used
correctly and properly installed. To prevent possible problems,
ventless fireplaces should be installed by an experienced
professional whenever possible. Improper installation can cause gas
or carbon monoxide leaks that can be harmful or even fatal. Owners
should follow all directions carefully when using a ventless
fireplace. Most will have a maximum operation time of around 4 hours
a day, and there will be some guidelines when it comes to allowing
the proper clearance from draperies and furniture that should be
followed.
It’s important to choose a ventless fireplace that is appropriate to
the size of the room in which it will be used. Don’t make the
mistake of choosing a fireplace that is more powerful in order to
get more heat in a small room.
The more powerful a ventless fireplace is, the more oxygen it will
require to burn, and a small room may not have a sufficient supply
of oxygen for the fire and its occupants to share. Oxygen monitors
on the fireplace are designed to shut off the unit if oxygen levels
fall too low in the room, but who wants to take the risk with loss
of consciousness and suffocation as possible outcomes? |
