subject: Safety and Advantages of Gel Ventless Fireplaces [print this page] Safety and Advantages of Gel Ventless Fireplaces
Using a gel ventless fireplace in your home offers many advantages and is safer to use than a traditional fireplace. This fireplace gives you the look of awood burningfireplace, but there is no wood to cut, stack or buy, no ashes,soot, smoke or uncontrolled heat to worry about.
A gel ventless fireplace can be installed in any room of your home or office, as they come in many sizes to match your decor. They do not need a chimney or ventilation system to the outside. A gel substance is used as fuel to produce heat. This gels combustion has a lower emissions rate compared to wood burning fireplaces therefore no chimney or ventilation system is required. The gel is made of Isopropyl alcohol (commonly known as rubbing alcohol) which has a thickener added to it creating a gelled product. This gel is non-toxic and burns completely clean leaving no soot, ashes or smoke. Real Flame is a leading manufacturer of gel fuel. This fuel creates large yellow, orange and red flames when used which creates a crackling and popping sound just like a real wood burning fireplace. The length of burn time is completely controlled by you and can be extinguished and relit as needed. Gel fuel is sold in 7 and 13 ounce cans as well as a pourable bottle.
Gel fuel is not recommended as a primary heat source, but does give off approx. 3,000 BTUs of heat per can per hour. Putting this in perspective, this means if 3 cans were burned for 3 full hours, the temperature of a room would be raised 4-6 degrees depending upon the size of your room.
Real Flame gel fuel has been tested safe and is evironmentally friendly. Its usecreates awarmth and a homey atmosphere where ever it is used. Gel fuel meets air standards set by EPA and OSHA. All safety rules and manufacturers instructions should be followed. A great place to find what you are looking for is www.suesventlessfireplaces.com
