What are Fireplace Inserts ?

Basically fireplace inserts are designed to be installed into an existing fireplace location and convert the operation of that fireplace to another fuel source. Other fuel sources include wood, gas, and propane. Of these the most popular used to be the wood burning fireplace insert but do to restrictions in some areas regarding wood burning appliances, gas fireplace inserts are rapidly increasing in popularity and are becoming the preferred choice of many consumers. When compared to the other styles of fireplaces available you will find that fireplace inserts offer the same convenience and safety features.  

If you decide to install a fireplace insert you need to ensure that the chimney is equipped with an approved vent, this may require you to reline the chimney. Modifications to your chimney may be required depending on what type you install i.e. wood fireplace inserts, gas fireplace inserts or another type, please check with the manufacturer for details. The direct vent is perhaps the easiest to install and most energy efficient of the available venting systems.

Of the inserts available gas units offer the consumer the most features. Convenient features include remote control operation, gas logs and adjustable flame heights. Many of the gas fireplace inserts are excellent at providing warm air circulation, but this could be improved further by adding a fan unit. The fan kits work either by manually turning the fan off and on or if your fireplace model allows it you can install a fan kit with a built in thermostat that adjusts automatically keeping a constant temperature. Adding a screen or some other type of accessory will add to overall look of your fireplace.