Long ago man discovered the wonder of fire. Since then, people have used fire to heat their homes and cook their food. The presence of fire has only increased in its importance. In today’s day of extravagance and indulgence, gas fireplaces are heavily sought after items.
Gas fireplaces are like most hearths. They easily become part of the home as it’s being built, or they can be added later on to give a final touch or as part of renovation. It’s the reasoning behind the choice for gas heating that matters. This could range from a person wanting to show off their style and money to the simple need to change the look of a special room.
There are many designs of gas fires available for people to choose from. Typically the colours and accents are in black or brass though there is no real limit when it comes to colour options and material choices. Most hearths have a glass panel in the front which can be chosen to match the room the fireplace will go into. It’s easy to see why a fireplace soon becomes a focus in the home just as much as any showpiece could.
One of the benefits of such a fireplace is the footprint it has. This means that the fireplace doesn’t have to take up a lot of room. Different venting options are available to suit any family’s needs, as well as methods that allow the fireplace to actually heat the home. Depending on the needs of the house, the hearth doesn’t have to take up a lot of space and isn’t very intrusive when it comes to installation.
There are three styles of venting available for gas fireplaces. Natural venting is when the fireplace vents up to the roof through a B-vent gas pipe. Direct venting is when the fireplace vents directly behind where it has been installed. It’s also possible to purchase a vent free model which requires no venting at all.
If a gas fireplace has been chosen as a form of heating the house, that means it will have to have a heater rating. Much like a furnace or other efficient heating system, the fireplace will have to follow standards in terms of installation and safety. Gas fireplaces offer effective zone heating, which means that instead of wasting heat by heating areas that residents don’t tend to populate, the fireplace heats where the heat is needed most.
There are many gas fireplace benefits and features to consider. One of the important ones is how well the flames will mimic wood burning flames. It’s possible to also change the speed of the burning as well as how dense the flames are. Fireplaces will come with fake charred wood logs to make the look more realistic. They also light instantly via a manual or wall mounted switch. Some will also come with remote controls.
The hard part around gas fireplaces isn’t deciding to get one. Rather, the choice lays in the reasons for buying a fireplace. If chosen purely for decoration, a fireplace can make a home feel cozy and warm and welcoming and romantic. These types of fireplaces are easy to install. If the fireplace is going to be used to heat a home, it should be installed by a professional to keep it up to standard and code. In the end, the home will only improve by having such a dramatic focal point added, one the whole family can appreciate.
Visit our showroom today to see our large selection of Gas fireplaces Kitchener. We also carry mantles and fireplace accessories. Fergus Fireplace & Home Comfort 180 Saint Andrew Street West, Fergus, ON N1M 1N5 (519) 843-4845
