If you want to cherish the crisp vintage vibe infused with a style, wood burning fireplace is the best pick. Wood Burning Fireplace Inserts align perfectly with your pre-existing fireplace.

Wood Burning Fireplaces

Fireplace inserts use a variety of burning methods like wood, pallets, gas from the pipeline, and electricity. Wood Burning Fireplaces as the name suggests require wood, in fact, tons of wood as a fuel and it is the oldest method of keeping one warm.

Wood burning fireplaces are self-paced which means you stock up the fireplace with wood as a fuel and it warms up the whole area. Wood is a renewable energy source, which means it can grow back (if trees are planted) and using it a as fuelling option is not a bad idea.

Wood Burning Fireplace Inserts

Wood burning fireplace inserts more like a wooden stove. They are lined inside the pre-existing recessed wall. The installation is pretty simple. It comes with a gear clamp and an upper clamp and both the pieces are fitted inside the fireplace insert.

There are two types of inserts, rigid liners which are robust and flexible liners which are adjustable. Rigid Liners are dimension specific and are most widely used as compared to flexible ones.

Why is there a need for Wood Burning Fireplace Insert?

Fireplace inserts are liners that can be aligned with the pre-existing fireplace. Your living room’s interior has a lot to say about your taste. Having a crisp vintage fireplace mantel with a wood burning insert is not only an upgrade but, a convenience too.

Inserts are low maintenance and add value to your home experience. Moreover, when you move to another house, you can always detach the insert and take it with you.

Modules of Wood Burning Fireplaces

It is often assumed that wood burning fireplaces are those traditional classic big fireplaces mounted inside the hallway. Most of them are lined with bricks or metal and they give off the best cosy feel in the freezing winters.

There are two main modules of wood burning fireplaces and each has its own pros and cons.

• Built-In Fireplace Insert

We are officially in the age of innovation and every day we see inventions that maximize human comfort. One of them is the wood burning insert. Wood burning inserts are inserts that are lined into the pre-existing fireplace.

These inserts come with a glass covering and galvanized-steel body that ensures maximum heat radiation. They are efficient in comparison to traditional wood burning fireplaces and since they are not open faced, they have minimum smoke accumulation indoors.

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• Portable/Standing Fireplace

On the other hand, portable/standing fireplaces are stoves or heaters that are designed to warm up a particular area, say a studio, some part of the hallway, and even patio.

Portable or standing fireplace stoves are perfect means of heating a particular area they do not warm up the whole house but instead warm up a room or more.

In addition to the old traditional fireplaces, these wood burning fireplaces have a glass covering which protects kids and pets from accidents. Glass-covered portable stoves are incredible for indoors and outdoors.

Types of Wood Burning Fireplace Inserts

Wood burning fireplaces are often confused with those large masonry fireplaces. It is pivotal to clear the concept of masonry fireplaces and pre-fabricated wood burning fireplaces.

Pre-fabricated wood burning fireplaces are the ones that are designed to be fixed into an existing fireplace structure.

Some of the types are listed below:

Indoor Wood Burning Fireplaces with Glass Covers

These fireplaces are open. These wood burning fireplaces are designed to warm up the room in addition to decoration. The design includes a glass covering which ensures no embers enter the room and there is no pollution. Unfortunately, they cannot be relied upon in terms of supplement heating.

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Indoor Wood Burning Fireplaces with Closed Combustion Model

Unlike open indoor wood burning fireplaces, this type has a closed front. The model is designed to operate with its doors shut in order to avoid emissions. They are the perfect example of the built-in fireplace and can be used as a supplement heater.

The sight may not be pleasing to the eyes because it is enclosed in a metal box but they are EPA approved which means they meet all the guidelines of the Environment Protection Agency.

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Outdoor Wood Burning Fireplaces

As the name suggests, these fireplaces are designed for outdoors and can withstand all kinds of weather conditions because their outer body is made up of stainless steel instead of galvanised steel.

This portable outdoor wood burning fireplace is a perfect companion for decks, backyard picnics, and porches. Outdoor wood burning steel fireplaces have a lot in common with indoor models except for the material used in making them.

The pros and cons are pretty much the same as indoor wood burning fireplaces.

Choosing the Best Option for Your House

To get you out of this mess, we present you the complete guide on how to buy, where to spend and what factors should be considered when picking a wood burning fireplace.

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Choosing the best warming option for your house is always a huge task because there are so many options out there and each has remarkable features. Everything that seems incredible on the internet may not be a good fit for you.

There are some factors that should be kept in mind in order to choose and purchase the best wood burning fireplace insert.

You should know the size of your insert, the fueling method, the floor space if it needs to be placed on the floor, the maintenance and how efficient it is in terms of heating.

• Dimensions of your Insert
• Venting System
• Area to cover
• Energy Efficiency

Dimensions of Your Insert

Wood Burning Fireplace inserts are meant to get fixated into the existing fireplace. To choose one for yourself you simply have to measure the dimensions of the fireplace insert and mount it inside the fireplace.

To measure the insert, you simply have to measure the height of the inner side of the fireplace. Similarly, the width of the fireplace should also be measured. When measuring the dimensions of your fireplace don’t forget to measure the front opening as the insert will pass through it.

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Venting System

Every traditional fireplace requires a venting system whether it is fuelled by wood, pallets or natural gas. One must consider the venting options too when choosing a fireplace.

For wood burning fireplace inserts, a chimney is used for emitting smoke out of the house. A stainless-steel pipe is vertically set up to ensure maximum smoke is driven upwards and outwards.

Area to Cover

This is a crucial key point while choosing a wood burning fireplace because you have to determine which module is suitable for your house in terms of space. It is sane to buy a wood burning stove heater when you have minimal space.

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And if you are looking for an upgrade with the already present fireplace then consider buying a wood burning fireplace insert.

Energy Efficiency

Last but not the least, the efficiency of a wood burning fireplace should also be kept in mind. It must be taken into consideration that which size of the portable heater or fireplace insert will be efficient in warming up your room or suite.

Always consider an option that burns less fuel but ensure maximum output with least energy losses.

How To Choose The Best Wood Burning Fireplace Module

Whenever you are looking for an upgrade, is important to opt for an option that is energy efficient, requires less labor and has maximum output. But ‘picking’ becomes pretty annoying when there’s a pool of products before you.

For Big Houses

Open Wood burning fireplaces are a good pick for homes that are not congested, have partial insulation and are airy. But modern constructed houses are tightly packed, have high insulation and do not have enough windows. Combustion requires oxygen from the surrounding areas and can cause suffocation, it is better to opt for an option that is best suited for your lifestyle and interior.

For Apartments

If you live in an apartment or a suite that is overpacked, a close combustion wood burning fireplace will be a great pick. Close combustion wood burning fireplaces come in various dimensions and have maximum output. Moreover, it is kids and pet friendly. The thermostat lets you decide the intensity of heat.

For Outdoors

For homes that have outdoor sitting areas like decks and porches, a portable stainless-steel fireplace fueled by wood is the perfect match. A wood burning deckmate adds to the decorative value and lets you have a bonfire to create memories.

Maintaining a Wood Burning Fireplace

Wood burning fireplaces call for frequent cleaning and are high maintaining as compared to electric and gas burning fireplaces. The reason behind this requirement is quite simple.

Wood, when used as a fuelling system, leaves behind residue which should be cleared in order to make room for more residue. The smoke is emitted out of a venting system. A venting system consists of a steel pipe fitted inside a chimney. Ash is accumulated on the inner walls of chimney.

How to Clean a Wood Burning Fireplace

Cleaning a wood burning fireplace is not a difficult task but it needs to be done on a regular basis. When temperatures hit below the freezing point, fireplaces are set ablaze to warm the indoors. Wood burning fireplaces require more fuel in order to make the ambient environment cosy.

• More fuel burning means more residue. Fireplaces should be cleaned thoroughly when the wastage is pilled up on the insert’s floor. Wait for the fireplace to cool down and clean the wastage with the help of a spade.
• The chimney used as a venting system also needs cleaning. Use extended brooms or mops to clear all the soot that is accumulated inside it.
• In most cases, a steel pipe is fitted inside the chimney. Extreme weather conditions can sometimes cause blockage in the passage of steam. Exhaust pipes should be checked regularly as well.
• The outer frame or mantle of the wood burning fireplace should also be cleaned with a soft and dampened cloth to remove ash residue or dust particles.
• The glass cover also needs to be cleaned regularly to enjoy the burning flame view in case of open wood burning fireplaces.
• Keep a cover on outdoor wood burning fireplace stoves to save them from harsh weather.

Advanced outdoor models have wood packs and covers which makes them an outstanding choice for backyards and decks.

Are Wood Burning Fireplace Inserts a Serious Threat to The Environment?

Every year we are heading towards the climate crisis and it is necessary to take environmentally friendly options.

Using wood burning fireplaces does not pose a grave threat to the environment as wood is present in abundance and it is a renewable energy source, we need a system that is efficient towards warming our homes.

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