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Things to consider while purchasing modern wood inserts


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Wood inserts are a good replacement for traditional fireplaces as they increase the efficiency of the fireplace device while offering a state of art elegance to your decor. These modern fireplace devices are elegant, Eco-friendly and cost effective. The efficiency offered by wood inserts is up to 50% which is less than the efficiency offered by gas fireplaces. However, they are definitely more efficient than traditional wood fireplaces.


The main drawback with traditional wood fireplaces is the emission of gases and smoke. In addition, creosote and soot gets accumulated on the walls of the chimney. Creosote is a hard substance which is formed wasting your fuel and can catch fire. Few areas practice a burn free day where in you cannot turn on your wood fireplaces to save the environment from air pollution. EPA certified wood inserts alleviate all these issues.


Before purchasing wood inserts, follow these tips for an optimized performance from these modern fireplace devices. Firstly, measure the exact dimensions of the fire space and note down these details. Match these dimensions with the modern fireplace insert so that the new heating appliance will perfectly fit into the fire space. Wood inserts come in various models and colors and it becomes very easy to match the color and style of the modern fireplace insert with the decor of the room.


Research studies indicate that larger fireboxes used in wood inserts produce more heat. If producing heat is your main concern, make sure to purchase a modern fireplace insert with a larger firebox. Thirdly, EPA certified wood inserts guarantee you with an Eco-friendly and cost effective burning. These modern fireplace inserts produce cleaner flames and minimize air pollution. Make sure to check EPA certification to be assured of an efficient and Eco-friendly burning from these modern fireplaces.


To make your heating experience a luxury, check out latest features offered by modern wood inserts. Fans and blowers are an important incorporation into these wood inserts as they make sure that the heat produced is uniformly distributed in the room. Thermostats control the amount of fuel supplied to the modern fireplace and control your heating expenses. Remote controllers enable you to control the fireplace device from anywhere in the room. Oxygen depleting sensor is the best device as it maintains healthy levels of oxygen in the room. If there is an increase in the carbon monoxide content in the room, this ODS device alarms you and turns off the device if required.


Modern wood inserts implement advanced combustion technology which makes these fireplace inserts efficient and Eco-friendly in nature. It is recommended to use a metal chimney liner which is compatible with this advanced combustion technology for effective results. Make sure to arrange for a chimney sweep and annual maintenance of the fireplace device so that the creosote or soot accumulated on the wall of the chimney can be removed. In addition, take time to clean the modern fireplace on a regular basis so that you can enjoy the efficient performance from these fireplace inserts to the maximum extent.