Traditional wood burning fireplaces and stoves are not the only choice you have if you want to add the charm of a fireplace to your home. Alternative types of fireplaces and new material for stoves are becoming more popular.
Electric fireplaces are gaining popularity with people who do not want to be bothered with wood or pellets. You can buy cheaper units that are made overseas but if you want a good electric fireplace with a good flame and good controls you should pay the extra and buy something that is made in North America.
Like wood burning units, electric fireplaces have a flame and have blowers to blow the heat into the room. There are some units that have realistic looking flames and some even have the crackling sound of burning wood. You can even get some electric fireplaces that have LED lights in the logs so when the fire crackles the lights make it look like sparks.
Gas fireplaces are becoming popular with the availability of natural gas in more areas. You can get natural gas units with a green smart system that are very economical and give you more control over the unit because you don’t have the pilot light on all the time.
The gas fireplaces have an electronic ignition but are battery operated so you don’t have to worry about the hydro. A lot of them are done on a furnace standard rather than on a decorative standard, which provides higher efficiency. It makes a big difference when you are buying gas.
New wood burning fireplaces constructed of soapstone are highly efficient units which are becoming very popular. Long after your wood has gone out your stove will continue to warm your house, as the soap stone traps and gives off heat.
When you visit Mason Place Fireplace and BBQ at 25987 Woodbine Ave. in Keswick, you will find a selection of quality wood stoves and fireplaces that meet all the necessary safety codes. The knowledgeable staff will work with you to help you create what you have in mind.
