4 Different Kinds of

Fireplaces

Why Fireplaces?

Fireplaces offer three benefits:

1. Romantic ambience

2. Decorative statement

3. Comfortable heat

#1 traditional

• Burns firewood

• Fuel can be surprisingly expensive

• Can put out lots of pollution

• You need to keep a large amount of wood stockpiled, just in case

• Requires storage for the stockpile

• Woodsy scent

#1 traditional

#2 Gas

• Fuelled by gas

• No storage required

• Small chimney

• Gas scent is there, but faint

• Less mess

#2 Gas

#3 coal

• Wide variety of sizes and looks

• Can be used as a focal décor piece

• Produces good heat

• Fans can spread the heat throughout a room

#3 coal

#4 radiant

• Most expensive heater (can cost thousands of dollars)

• Central location in the home

• Fired once a day, for a few hours

• Heats an entire house for a day

• Can cook pizza with it, along with other fire cooked foods

#4 radiant

Why get a fireplace?

• If you already have a home heating system, you may not need a fireplace.

• Single-room heating can be more economical.

• Choose what’s best for your home and situation.

Get a Fireplace Installed • Consult a professional service to get your

fireplace installed.

• Select the type of fireplace

• Select the room and location

• Select the appearance

• Enjoy!