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Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

November 10th, 2009

A fireplace can provide your home with warmth and ambiance in the winter months, especially when it is cold and dark outside. It can provide a romantic setting for couples or a cosy atmosphere for when you decide to relax and read a book or watch TV. If you have always wanted a fireplace but your home does not have an open fireplace installed or a place to fit one, you can solve this problem by getting a direct vent gas fireplace.

A direct vent gas fireplace can eliminate the need to get a chimney and a fireplace built into your home and the obvious cost involved with this. You can still have the relaxing flames and warmth that a wood burning fire would provide but it is much easier to install and easy to use. A wood fireplace requires a chimney in order for the smoke and soot to escape, plus they need to be cleaned out and set each time you use them. And you have to wait for the flames to die out after every use.

The cleanliness and efficiency of a direct vent gas fireplace is second to none. It can be installed easily with a vent placed in the ceiling or wall and it has zero clearance technology which means that it can be placed directly on any combustible surface such as wood so it can be placed almost anywhere in the home.

Most direct vent gas fireplaces have a glass door in front of the flames and they use either propane or natural gas as a fuel. They are clean and energy efficient and are a suitable alternative to pollution causing wood burning fireplaces. These environmentally friendly fireplaces are a great addition to any home and can be purchased in a variety of traditional and contemporary styles to suit any tastes. They are becoming more and more popular in new build homes as a stunning show feature to attract people to purchase the homes.

Direct vent gas fireplaces are easy to use and can be operated with the flick of a switch or by a button on a remote control. They need only be turned on when required and you will not have to wait for the fuel to burn out as you do with a wood burning fireplace. When you have finished with the fire you can simply turn it off again with the button. They are convenient and energy efficient and would be a fabulous addition to any home.

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Napoleon Gas Fireplaces

November 10th, 2009

One of the best known manufacturers of gas fireplaces are Napoleon. This company began making steel railings in 1976 but saw the potential for fireplaces and began producing these same fireplaces in 1981. They are based in Ontario, Canada and are now one of the leading companies producing gas fireplaces, wood burning fireplaces plus many other accessories and products.

If you are thinking of buying a new fireplace then a Napoleon gas fireplace could be perfect for you. It will provide your home with a stylish feel and you will know you are getting a top quality product from one of the most reputable companies in the industry. Gas fireplaces will give your home warmth, style and is a cost effective form of heating. It will add value to your home if you ever decide to sell and it will provide a wonderful warm setting on a cold winters evening.

Napoleon sell a range of beautiful gas fireplaces in traditional or contemporary styles and you can choose from models in the style of direct vent, natural vent or vent free, depending on your preferences. Whichever style you choose, you will be getting a completely reliable product and the security of a limited lifetime warranty.

You will not require a chimney with Napoleon’s direct vent gas fireplace as it can be vented through the ceiling or the wall. A direct vent fireplace draws the air in from outside and also expels air back out again meaning that it does not use any of the air in the house. This provides for an extremely efficient source of heat.

One of the oldest types of gas fireplace is a natural vent gas fireplace. This is one of the most realistic looking fires. It uses what it known as a ‘B-Vent’ which is specifically designed for homes which require vertical terminations of over 20 feet.

A vent free gas fireplace is designed to burn all the gas it uses so that it doesn’t expel any fumes and therefore does not require ventilation. Napoleon provides a range of stylish vent free gas fireplaces which will bring warmth and elegance to your home. They are easily installed and because of the zero clearance design, they can be installed virtually anywhere in your home.

So if you are looking for an instant, convenient fire which is clean, easy to use and has realistic looking flames, then a Napoleon gas fireplace is the perfect choice every time.

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