Deciding you want a fireplace may be an easy decision, considering that a fireplace is a top amenity home buyers are looking for. Before making a decision on the purchase of a fireplace, it’s a good idea to become familiar with the many options in fireplaces that are available today. When you know the right questions to find answers to, you will be well equipped to make the fireplace choice that’s perfect for you, the style of your home, and your lifestyle.
What purpose do you want the fireplace to serve?
Some homeowners want a fireplace that can serve as a beautiful focal point in their home, but energy efficiency isn’t a current concern. In this case, a traditional masonry fireplace with creative design is perfect, even though the efficiency rating is 10% at most.
If you want to be able to burn wood so that you can save on fuel while providing an efficient supplemental heat source, it’s best to have a fireplace insert installed inside of your masonry fireplace or factory-built fireplace. Efficiencies of these units are 70% and higher.
If you’re looking for a modern, sleek look with the ambiance only fire can provide, you have numerous options in gas fireplaces. Gas is efficient, and a gas fireplace can help you cut heating costs.
What type of fuel do you want to use in your fireplace?
There are three primary choices of fireplace fuel, and each has their advantages. The choice of fuel, ultimately, is a decision on how much interaction your want to have with your fireplace.
- A gas fireplace is remarkably convenient. You get real flames that are easy to control, adjust, turn on, and switch off. Even if the power goes out, you can operate a gas fireplace.
- A wood fireplace provides the irresistible ambiance of crackling wood and woodsy aromas. Fires require more effort to start and to maintain. You also have to let them burn out safely. Because of combustion byproducts such as creosote soot, and ashes, a lot of cleanup is involved..
- Electric fireplaces are the easiest to begin enjoying. They are portable and conveniently designed to be transported from room to room, as desired. Simulated flames are easy to operate using a remote control. You can turn off the heat and keep the faux flames going, for effect. Temperature control is simple and precise.
What type of trim and finish do you want?
There are numerous options, as far as the style and look of your fireplace. You can have a natural stone, brick, metal, or wood hearth and surround. No matter what type of décor you have, there are fireplaces available that will compliment your home. Explore the many options before making your selection.
Visit FyrePro today
We have a huge selection of fireplaces at FyrePro, and we also offer Tulikivi masonry heaters. Visit our showroom in Fort Collins CO, and feel free to call at 970-266-8556. Our fireplace experts will help you choose the perfect fireplace for your home or business. No matter which you choose, you can be sure it will bump up your home value and serve as a major selling point.