The various types of fireplaces available are as follows,
ELECTRIC FIREPLACE:
- This type of fireplace is very cheap and affordable by all income groups; especially it is an ideal choice for those with a tight budget.
- This type of fireplaces can be installed anywhere you please, as no chimney is required.
- Types and designs – it is made up of brick, rustic stone, wood and marble.
- It does not emit any harmful smoke.
- The price range of an Electric fireplace starts from $350.00 and above.
GAS FIREPLACE
- This is the most advanced and user-friendly type of fireplace.
- In this you don’t need to gather logs of wood to produce heat.
- It can be installed anywhere in the room without any difficulty.
- Natural gas or propane is used in this type fireplace.
- The price range of Gas fireplace starts from around $300.00 and above.
WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE
- This is most common and widely preferred fireplace.
- It is relatively cheap than its counterparts
- Use of seasonal woods (dry woods) advisable for this type to avoid excess of smoke
- The chimney and fireplace should be frequently cleaned to ensure safety.
- The price range starts from $199.00 and above.
FIREPLACE INSERTS
- These are basically the same as the wood-burning fireplaces listed above
- This is nothing but a wood stove that is shaped to fit within the existing masonry fireplace
- It is used for providing more heat.
- It is less messy and it can be easily installed
- It is very cheap; its price ranges from $800 and above.
MODERN/CONTEMPORARY FIREPLACES
- These fireplaces are those which have being modified very frequently with the changing needs, style, lifestyle and trends, etc.
- These are Hand Carved Fireplaces in limestone and marble.
- The price range of these types of fireplaces starts from $51.00 and above.
