Bioethanol Fireplaces 

A modern home needs a modern fireplace, and a bioethanol fireplace could be the perfect option. The bioethanol fires that we produce and sell are ideal if you want to add a fire to your home with no wires, no gas, no electricity and no worries. In recent years, bio fires have become incredibly popular on the market with clients favouring this choice over alternatives such as wood burning and multi fuel stoves.

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Big Advantages To Bioethanol Fireplaces

You’ll find that there are many advantages of investing in a bio ethanol fireplace.

Reduced Maintenance – Cleaning out a fire or stove can be a chore, and if you have a biofuel fireplace, you can avoid this issue completely. Bioethanol fires require little cleaning, making them the perfect choice for low maintenance living.

Simple To Install And Use – You might think that installing a new ethanol fireplace in your home will take days or even weeks. Nothing could be further from the truth. Thanks to simple, sleek designs these bio fuel fires can be set up and installed within a short time frame. Some even work as soon as you bring them home.

No Fumes Or Smoke – One of the issues will older fires is that they will produce everything from smoke to smells and fumes. With a bioethanol fire, these issues are problems of the past. Instead, there’s no need for a chimney, vents or a flue system because they only create a limited amount of CO2 and water vapour. It’s not just fumes that are eliminated either. These fires don’t make a sound or produce a smell, providing the perfect clean, contemporary living option. They’ll also burn for up to eight hours without more fuel needing to be added dependant on the model chosen.

It’s not just about the simple installation. These devices are easy to use too. Bioethanol fuel is added and then the flame can be lit. After a few minutes, the fire will be ready for use, and you will be in complete control of the flame level. As such, you can decide exactly how hot you want the room or how much energy you want to use. Some devices are even suitable for smart control.

Choose Your Style

You can get a bioethanol fireplace in a range of different designs. Choose how you want to display your fire from a freestanding model to one built into the wall or even a model for an outdoor space. We even sell a range of bioethanol fire bowls, perfect for making an impression.

Decide what type of design you want from impressive wide bioethanol fires to fire ribbon burners and much more. With so many different exciting designs and models to choose from, you will definitely be able to find the perfect bioethanol fireplace for your home. Choose a remote control model for an extra impressive feature, designed to make your new fireplace a dream come true.

Interested in learning more about bio fires? You can contact us today, and we will be happy to assist you with a purchase, explaining more about the benefits an ethanol fireplace can bring to your property.

Our CVO1000 Fire Ribbon Bioethanol Burner. We supplied this with the standard black steel enclosure. We have many bioethanol fireplace designs from burner trays up to 1850mm wide, remote or manual control, wall mounted fireplaces, built in fireplaces, freestanding fireplaces and outdoor fireplaces.

Bio Ethanol Fireplaces – Fact Sheet, Advice, Pros and Cons, FAQ.

On this page, we give some advice on buying and using bio-ethanol fireplaces. The bioethanol fireplaces in our range are shown in the images. Please click on the image to be taken to the website page with details of prices and technical specifications.

What is a Bio-Ethanol Fireplace?

• This style of fireplace is fuelled by bioethanol liquid fuel which is sustainable energy created from processing plant extracts. No chimney is required so they are classed as 100% energy efficient and there is no loss of heat output.
• Bio-ethanol fuel fireplaces are an alternative to a conventional fireplace which would be fuelled by gas, wood or electric.

Which Fuel should I Use? Gel or Ethanol?

• We strongly advise only using liquid bio-ethanol fuel in the fireplaces we supply.
• Liquid fuel is cleaner burning and does not leave residues in the burner or give off smoke or create smells.
• Gel fuel looks like syrup and it is advised to only use this in outside fireplaces as it can give off emissions.

What are the Positive aspects of this type of Fire?

• Ease of Installation.
• No Chimney Required.
• 100% Energy Efficiency.
• Provide a Decorative form of heating.

What are the Negative aspects of this type of Fire?

• The must be manually filled with fuel and then lit.
• Consideration needs to be given to storing the fuel.
• The room requires some form of natural ventilation.

Do I need a chimney or a flue?

• Flueless fireplaces do not require a chimney or a flue system.
• Normal ventilation in the room is sufficient to remove any emissions.

What are the running costs?

• This depends on the burner design and can vary from 30p/hour to £1/hour. Selection of a high-quality burner tray is important. Costs can vary depending on fuel quality.

Bio Ethanol Fireplaces : We have many different styles of bio-ethanol fireplaces available including many burner trays. The widest burner tray is the CVO1000 which is also available with a range of single and double-sided enclosures.

What is the heat Output?

• This depends on the size of the slot in the burner. A larger slot will mean a bigger flame and more heat.
• Choose the burner you will use wisely as a large burner may seem glamorous however it may provide too much heat for your room.

Is there any smoke or smell?

• The liquid bio-ethanol fuel our fires use is basically alcohol with an inhibitor added to stop it being taken as a drink. Hence there is a slight smell given off but it is harmless.
• Gel fuel (which looks like syrup)does give off smoke and emissions. This type of fuel should never be used in a burner designed for liquid bio-ethanol fuel and it should only be used outdoors.

Are there are any building regulations related to these fireplaces?

• Ventilation : All fires with a naked flame require some form of ventilation either a wall vent or you can use a window to allow some fresh air into the room.
• Bio-ethanol fuel fireplaces must be installed and used in line with standard building regulations and clearances to combustible materials observed.
• Any fireplace opening must be constructed of a suitable non-combustible material.
• If in doubt contact building control at your local council.

More Technical Help:

• View our range of Bio-ethanol Fireplaces.
• View Technical Specifications
• Request Bio-ethanol Brochure

Are these fireplaces safe?

• Bio-ethanol fireplaces have been available in the USA for over 20 years and are growing in popularity in the UK.
• The fireplaces are designed to be as safe as possible, stable and secure – always follow the manufacturer’s installation and user manual.
• Normal health and safety is required as normal when dealing with a naked flame and flammable liquids.
• With all open-flamed fires a fire guard should be considered.
• To ensure your safety, you should only use fuel designed for this style of fireplace.
• No other chemical or substance should be placed or used in the fireplace burner.
• Bio-fuel Fires should only be filled with a funnel and to within 15cm of the top of the tray.
• Bio-fuel Fires should never be moved when hot or lit.
• Bio-fuel Fires should never be refilled when lit or hot.
• Special care needs to be taken in handling and storing of the fuel.
• The fire should only be lit in a well ventilated but a draft free environment.

Will a gel fireplace cause condensation on my windows?

• All naked flames produce some moisture and water vapour when burnt. The quantity produced by bio-fuel is very small however there are many factors in a home which cause condensation and these should be identified. The fire must be used in a room which has adequate ventilation like a window or air vent.
• Factors which cause condensation in rooms are:
  • Poor Ventilation within the room.
  • Low ambient room temperature due to not using a primary heat source.
  • Cooking and Bathing without sufficient ventilation.
  • Putting Clothes on radiators to dry.

How do I install my fireplace?

• Always read the installation instructions before installing and using a bio-fuel fire.
• A builder will be required to construct a non-combustible chamber in which to house the burner or fireplace.
• Installation Instructions are included with the fire.
• Ensure clearance to combustible materials like curtains are maintained at all times.