Different Types of Fireplaces

Fireplaces offer the warmth and comfort that every household needs most especially during the winter.  These are basically and literally, places where fire can be made and placed.  In most houses, the fireplace serves as the focal point of the house.  It is where most members of the family come together to enjoy the warmth that it radiates.   Since the fireplace has become an important part of the household for countless reasons, it is very seldom that you wouldn’t see any fireplaces in traditional houses.

There are different types of fireplaces that would cater to the needs of any family.  The most common ones are made of marble, brick, metal, wood, and stone.  These are basically mounted on the wall which can be found in living areas, dens, and even bedrooms.   The traditional method of keeping the fire burning in fireplaces is by fueling it with firewood.   If this is the case, some could even cook their meals or warm their choco over the fire.  This traditional set-up of a fireplace has been used by a lot of families in the middle ages.

Although the traditional fireplaces bring about a sense of magic and nostalgia, some modern fireplaces have replaced the traditional ones.  These modern fireplaces include electric fireplaces, and gas fireplaces.  Electric fireplaces are quite popular because of practical and safety reasons.  These are literally fireplaces, which are fueled by electricity, not wood, or other combustible fuels.  Therefore, the use of electricity as fuel eliminates the dangers of the putting the house in fire.

Technically speaking, there are generally two types of fireplaces.  These are the single-face fireplace and the multi-face fireplace.  The single face fireplace has only one opening, while the multi-face has two or more openings.   The multi-face fireplaces have been used in many Mediterranean homes.  They may be located in a corner where there could be two openings on both sides.  Regardless of the type and kind of the fireplace, it generally follows the same basic setup.

The chimney is also an important component of the fireplace.  It is where the gas or the fumes are exited out from the fireplace.  If the chimney is not properly designed and constructed, the flue gases will flow back into the room.  A fireplace could not function effectively without the fireplace accessories.  These are the components that are responsible for a smooth operation and maintenance of the fireplace.  These include chimney caps, chimney brushes, fireplace screens, and chimney liners.

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