The best way to turn an inefficient wood fireplace into an efficient heater is by the installation of a wood, gas or pellet burning insert. By it's design, a standard open fireplace is less than 10% efficient which means that most of the heat is going right up the chimney. Compare this to a wood burning insert which is typically around 70% efficient and you'll understand the difference.

No. A glass door will keep the opposite side of the room warmer because the doors slow down the air being sent out the chimney. Glass door make the fireplace "feel" cooler right next to it because the glass blocks some of the radiant heat. A glass doors main "plus" is safety. You can leave the room or go to bed before the fire is completely out without the fear of a spark popping out into the room. So, only buy the door if safety is your main issue, not additional heat.

Direct Vented Fireplaces can be installed almost anywhere in your home as they don't require a pre-existing chimney to vent them. They can be built into a combustible surrounding. The size of the room. High heat output models will heat up a small room more quickly but may, as a result be turned off more often than a lower heat output unit.

AXTRO® is capable of heating areas above 260 square meters (buildings constructed to regulation 10/91) with any number or type of radiator installed.

The fireplaces has a built-in 1,350 Watt fan forced heater which will produce 4,600 BTU’s/Hr, which is enough to serve as supplemental heat for an average sized room (20’ x 20’).

Yes, the heater works independently and can be shut off so you may enjoy the ambiance of the fireplace with the flame effect, but no heat.

Solution: Gradually close the air control mechanism in order to keep the flue temperature within the comfort zone, between 250 and 475oF (150 to 250oC). If you do not have a chimney thermometer and would like to get one, visit your local Osburn dealer. Solution: Replace the gasket using a genuine OSBURN adhesive and gasket kit. Please consult our accessories sections. Solution: Put less wood into the fireplace. The fireplace will not produce as much heat and will not heat as long.

Solution: Use smaller pieces of wood and place them to allow proper air circulation between the logs. The same weight of wood cut in many small pieces will produce more heat than fewer, larger logs. Only add big logs when you have a good bed of red embers. Logs with a diameter exceeding 6 inches (153 mm) should always be split. Avoid stacking logs to the top of the fireplace. Solution #1: In many cases, a weak draft is simply due to insufficient heat in the exhaust system.

InFlame Fireplaces have a heat output of up to 9000BTUs/hr depending on the fireplace. This is guaranteed to bring ample warmth to any room in your home. A typical electric fireplace offers from 1500 to 5000 BTUs/hr (approximately.) so our entry level 6000 BTU/hr max. output fireplace will provide you with a great heat supplement.

The large open front of the fireplace allows the heat to be radiated out by the back of the fireplace. This keeps a patio area warm and cozy.

The EcoSmart? Fire is efficient because it is flueless which means all the heat stays in the room rather than most of it being flued outside as residual emissions. EcoSmart? Fires are not only a beautiful addition to your home and a perfect lifestyle feature, their thermal input is 14 Mj/h ? 13,000 BTU ? 3.5 Kw/h ? that's equivalent to 2 electric heaters. You can expect it to heat over 35 sqm of living space quite easily.

There are a few precautions to take before implementing this TV application. First, take a thermometer and tape it to the wall above the mantel (where the plasma TV will be placed). Then and build a fire, let it roar while. Check the thermometer. If the temperature is above 90 degrees then the area is receiving too much heat - either escaping from the front of the fireplace and rising up the face, or radiating through the chimney to warm the outside wall.

If you plan to use a wood stove, fireplace, or space heater, be extremely careful. Follow the manufacturer's instructions as well as the advance home safety measures on page 4 and remember these safety tips: Ensure adequate ventilation by opening an interior door or slightly opening a window if you must use a kerosene heater. Use fireplaces, wood stoves, and other combustion heaters only if they are properly vented to the outside and do not leak flue gas into the indoor air space.

Direct vent fireplaces can be installed almost anywhere in your home as they don't require a pre-existing chimney to vent them. The size of the room and the high output of some models will heat up a small room quickly, as a result may be turned off more than it is turned on.

There are three types of fireplaces used for seperate applications specific to each home. To learn more about each application click here. You will be directed to the Choose the Right Fireplace section of our site.

This will vary depending on how much finishing work we provide for the fireplace installation. After you have decided on a model, a sales representative will come to your home free of charge to help you determine the best location and size of your fireplace to ensure that it works properly. State and local gas codes require a permit to install a gas hearth appliance that includes an inspection of the work done by the local Gas Inspector of your town.

This process can be complex. Firstly you must see if you have a working chimney. Secondly you will need to measure the width of the chimney breast to ensure your chosen product is not too wide. Thirdly, you need to establish the size of your "fire chamber" to determine if the product you have selected will fit into the space available. Some products in this brochure require different site conditions, especially where gas is to be used as the fuel source.

Ok my house is all ready. How do I tell the team where I'd like my house placed? I don't see an area list for Avlis anywhere. A really great way to do this is to take a screenshot standing in front of where you want your house placed (with the minimap open), and put it in your rar or zip for your house submission. [Source: [5]] The standard answer is no because it takes a lot more of the staff to coordinate this kind of a request, but it is decided on a case-by-case basis.

Most water heaters are only in service for 2-3 hours per day and they often have enough capacity to do extra work. If the BTU heating output of the water heater is equal to or greater than the heating load, you can probably use it to heat as well. Look at the label on the heater for the BTU output.

Yes. Aside from the fact that all of our fireplaces radiate heat from their fronts, there is still heat that can be withdrawn from the fireplace. Using the blower increases the airflow thereby maximizing the heat being conducted from the back side of the fireplace. Adding a fan is easily done if 110 power is hooked up to the electrical box inside the unit. If power is not already at the fireplace, it still may be possible but may be more costly.