Owning a wood-burning or gas-burning fireplace puts you in danger of a fire hazard.
But why exactly is this?
And what are the dangers of an actual fire anyway?
This article explores the way in which electric fireplaces are safer in comparison to traditional fireplaces.
According to the Cheshire Fire and Rescue service, there areapproximately 7,000 chimney fires a year in England.
Depending on the chimney bang out, they burn at temperatures of around 2,000 degrees or higher.
Why Are Electric Fireplaces Safer?
They dont burn harmful gases or smoke, making them significantly safer compared with traditional fireplaces.
Here are just a few examples.
This is a great tool in case something goes wrong and you need it to cool down straight away.
This prevents any risk of a fire spreading beyond the fireplace due to their fire-free mechanism.
Generating their heat artificiallyelectric fireplacesuse an internal heating component.
With electric fireplaces, the risk of getting burnt is greatly reduced.
How to start a fireplace without fire.
To start a fireplace without fire, there are several steps that can be taken.
First, ensure the damper is open and the flue is clear of any debris or obstructions.
This will help ensure proper ventilation when starting a fire.
Next, layer an inch-thick base of tightly packed newspaper logs along the floor of the fireplace.
Then, place several pieces of kindling in a criss-cross pattern on top of the newspaper logs.
Finally, ignite the newspaper logs using a match or lighter.
Allow fire to grow until kindling is burning hot and flames are beginning to reach up the chimney.
Add additional fuel such as larger logs when needed to keep the fire burning.
Once the fire is established and hot, shut the damper to trap heat in the fireplace.
