Fireplace and Fireplace Inserts

Isn't it amazing sitting by the fireplace on a cold evening while watching your favorite movie? But in the end you have to put it off as there’s too much smoke produced blowing off everyone inside. You would surely burst out of anger and frustration. The great thing is, you can fully enjoy the warmth and heat coming from your fireplace by making use of fireplace inserts. So, let’s get to know what fireplace inserts are and what it has to offer.

Different Types of Fireplace Inserts – Confrazzled

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A fireplace insert added to your fireplace will increase its efficiency and will increase the warmth from the fireplace which can help lower your heating bills. There are several different types of fireplace insertsavailable.

Gas Fireplace Inserts: Pros and Cons | The Marie Souza Team – We …

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Unlike old decorative gas fireplaces, today’s gas inserts are heat-producing dynamos that use natural gas or propane to power a steady flame dancing on fake logs, decorative modern glass chips, or stones behind a sealed …

Stay Warm With a Fireplace Insert | Zillow Blog

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Fireplace inserts are a great way to update an existing masonry fireplace.

Now, you can fully enjoy your fireplace without worrying and feel suffocated by smoke it produces. The next step is to determine and shop for the perfect fireplace insert. Just don’t forget to do some research first before jumping right to your car and shop in the nearest fireplace stores as this could be overwhelming. In the end, you might get the wrong one and be frustrated. Determine what you really need so you can fully enjoy and get what you’ve been longing for.

Chimney Liner Options Part One

When you come to select your chimney liner, also known as a flue liner, there are several different things to consider and many different types of chimney liner available on the market. Knowing what to buy for your own chimney isn’t always easy and it can be a struggle to find the chimney liner for you when there are so many different models available. It’s not something you will do very often and so it’s understandable if you are not well versed in chimney liners and what the differences between them are. Here we will look at what chimney liner options you have and how to go about installing the right chimney liner for you.

So as mentioned there are many different types of chimney liner and these will depend on which of the many different types of chimney you have, its dimensions and the type of fireplace you have burning underneath. For instance wood burning fireplace inserts may be different from other forms of chimney liners. You can also get different materials for your actual chimney liners for instance stainless steel chimney liners.

Just how important is a chimney liner?

If you have an open fire or a wood burner, it is very important that you keep your chimney clean. It is recommended by experts, that you have it cleaned at least once a year, if not more in certain circumstances. Chimneys that aren’t lined can be very difficult to maintain and clean because of the nature of the stone or brick they are made from.

There are many places where soot and tar can build up which are difficult to get to with brushes and other cleaning tools. If you ‘line’ your chimney with a chimney liner then the flue becomes a continuous, smooth tube with fewer surfaces for the soot or tar to condense onto. If any tar does form, it can easily slide back into the fire and be re-burnt. The liner will also prevent any smoke or harmful gases from seeping out of the cracks in your masonry.

Another advantage of lining your chimney is that the smaller, consistent diameter of the flue maintains the velocity and flow of the flue gases in the system which means that the gases will travel faster up your chimney giving them less time to deposit tar and this will automatically improve the draw of your fire, making it more efficient at heating. So for a more effective and cleaner chimney, lining is the way to go!

Working With Historical Homes Does Not Have to be a Nightmare:

Buying a historical home can be a dream come true and then become a nightmare when repairs must be done.  There are often restrictions on how historical homes can be repaired and the type of products that can be used.  Homes that are lived in are somewhat easier but finding a partner within the industry is a great resource.

Fireside Chimney Supply has been a leader in chimney supply since 1992.  The realization that not all chimneys are the same is important especially when it comes to historical homes.   Fireside Chimney Supply is a great supplier of refractory panels, wood burning fireplace inserts and fireplace liners.  Fireplace refractory panels are often damaged over the many decades or centuries of use.  They are easily replaced but finding panels that are a perfect fit can be a daunting task.  Fortunately for many customers, Fireside Chimney Supply can have quality products customized to fit your exact need.   Customized products may include Shaped chimney liners, chase covers, or flue liners.  Fireside Chimney Supply is also a great place to shop for general chimney supply's.  Ask one of the sales associates about their rigid or flexible chimney liner kits.

Refurbish or Rebuild- What to Do With Older Fireplaces:

Fireplaces can be inefficient means of heating a home.  Installing wood burning fireplace inserts can make the difference between a cold and drafty home and a warm a cozy nest.   Fireplace inserts are just the beginning of the list of items that can make a heating system more efficient.  A smoothwall stainless steel chimney liner or one of the flexible chimney liner kits can also help a fireplace work more efficiently.   For home owners who wish to keep the look of an open fireplace can refurbish their existing fireplace by installing fireplace refractory panels.  Refractory panels reflect/bounce heat back from the liner so that the fireplace emits more warmth into the living space.  Using flexible chimney liners in conjunction with new refractory panels can give an old fireplace a complete overhaul.

Fighting the elements is no easy task but with the right tools a chimney or fireplace be immune to weather.  Chase covers or a stainless steel chimney chase cover can prevent rain, sleet and snow from getting into the chimney.  Installing a top-sealing damper can also prevent wind from entering the chimney.  A regular  chimney cleaning is the best way to help prevent odors from smelling up your house.  Installing a Stainless Steel Chimney Liner and insulation will also help keep pipes cleaner.

Heating your Home in during the Winter

Every winter you will have to heat your home somehow. A lot of people use propane or natural gas systems to heat their homes. These are modern ways to heat your home. They are efficient and heat your home well. If you ask your grandparents what they used to heat their homes with when they was growing up they will likely tell you wood. For a long time the only way to heat homes was using a fireplace and burning wood. Using propane and natural gas did not come along till they was probably much older.

Wood heat is actually a good way to heat your home now days too. Modern homes are nice and insulated compared to homes in the past. One thing that is so great about using a fireplace is that you can not just heat your home but you can also see the heat. Watching a fire burn is a lot more exciting than just merely heating your home with a electric heater. Using a fireplace is not hard and wood is readily available. In fact heating with wood can be cheaper than heating with a lot of other things. It can even be cheaper than heating with propane.