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How do Gel Fireplaces Work?


by DoItYourself Staff

A gel fireplace is a type of prefabricated fireplace that does not attach to a chimney the way a typical fireplace does. Gel fireplaces work by burning special gel inserts that allow these fireplaces to be freestanding and prefabricated.

How Do Gel Fireplaces Work?
Gel fireplaces are prefabricated, free standing fireplaces that do not attach to chimneys, but rather burn special gel packs that allow them to burn cleanly without adding toxins, fumes or other things to the air in the process. These gel fireplaces are ideal for homes, apartments, condos and even office buildings because they create the atmosphere of a fireplace without the harmful ash, creosote and other harmful inhalants that a normal fireplace can put into the air.

Gel fuel fireplaces burn a special gel, which is an all natural alcohol based gel material. The fuel typically comes in a can that simply has to be lighted, and then you can enjoy the fire that is produced by this energy efficient and all natural fireplace product.

With a gel fireplace, there is no need for a vent or a chimney, and no installation is necessary. Because there is no ash and the smoke is harmless, there is no need for maintenance and there is no need to clean up a mess after you use your gel fireplace, either. These gel fireplaces are 100 percent safe, easy to install, easy to use, and a great addition to any living space.

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