Zero Clearance Fireplace Eliminates Chimney And Brickwork Expense
A zero clearance fireplace is a premanufactured fireplace that does not require masonry work or a chimney in order to be fully functional. This allows virtually any home environment to enjoy the warmth and coziness that a fireplace provides at a very affordable cost.
This style of fireplace can be positioned almost anywhere in a home and moved to another location whenever desired. Compared with traditional masonry fireplaces, a zero clearance style fireplace is much more affordable, easier to install, are much more low maintainance to operate and can be as much as 70 percent more energy efficient. Because the firebox used in this model fireplace never gets hot enough to cause other materials to catch fire, the fireplace can be installed right up against a wall or other wood paneling. Because the firebox in this style of fireplace is much smaller, the unit is versatile enough to fit in a variety of locations because there is no need for a buffer zone. There is less fire danger when using this kind of fireplace because the exterior is designed to always maintain a temperature that is cool to the touch.
The most popular logs used in a zero clearance fireplace use gas or electric to fuel the fire, often accompanied by an attractive glass screen to finish the look and provide an attractive viewing area to watch the flames when the logs have been lighted to heat the room. A system of strategically positioned vents and ducts help to keep the air circulating in and out without the need for a traditional chimney.
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When choosing a zero clearance fireplace, the size of the firebox in the unit should correspond to the amount of square feet in the room where the fireplace will be installed. If the firebox purchased is too small, the room will not receive an adequate amount of heat when the log set is lit. If the firebox is too large, energy savings will be minimal and the unit could actually start increasing a homeowner's energy bill. Without exterior masonry, it is important to invest in an appropriate mantel, screen, doors and log set to dress up the unit and make it look as traditional and appealing as possible. A zero clearance fireplace is an economical and affordable way to add a fireplace to any home environment without the time or expense of renovation or construction. |
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