Inspirational Get The Right Fireplace For Your Home

Not only does a fireplace increase the value of your house, it also adds to the atmosphere and creates a lovely space. Conventional wood burning hearths are commonly factory installed in homes. While these fireplaces offer great visual appeal and ambiance, they are not the most economical way of obtaining heat. For cooler spring and summer nights, a wood burning fireplace is recommended, however, if a consistent and effective heat source is your desire, you will probably want to look at alternative fireplaces. Electric fireplace logs are very popular. Many of these log sets can be placed in your existing fireplace. Just plug it in the wall and you automatically have a source of fire and heat. The logs are designed to replicate a true burning fire without the safety issues. There is a blower installed in most electric logs. This is how the warm air is distributed into the living space. Electric fireplaces and logs are affordable and appealing. They are easy and safe to use and can quickly heat up a small room on a cold winter night. Many homeowners are installing direct vent gas inserts. These inserts can be put in separately or can be placed in a fireplace you already have. You can simply hook up your vent insert right to the natural or LP gas hookup. They require a roof venting system or a chimney. For new installs the vent can be put through the wall. These fireplaces produce an abundance of warmth and are reasonably priced. You can enjoy the look and feel of a real fireplace with this safe and clean alternative. Another common type of fireplace is a ventless gas fireplace. This model does need a gas line hookup, but a benefit is that they do not require an exterior vent or chimney. If this type of fireplace is an insert, it is recommended to operate it with the dampers completely closed. This will reduce heat loss, adding more heat to the room. This fireplace design lets you improve energy efficiency at a lower cost. There are soome states that do not allow the installation of ventless fireplaces, so be sure to check before making any final decisions. The perefect choice for anyone who is planning to use a fireplace as their main heating source is the ventless fireplace. Your living arrangements, budget and your intended primary use, will help you choose the right type of fireplace. A traditional or electric fireplace is just the thing to add beauty and warmth to any room. Fireplaces that run on gas will give off more heat. They are also designed to be visually appealing. Adding a fireplace will add value to your home value, and a glow to any room.