Popular types of fireplaces and their features

The main traditional way of heating a home in Russia at all times has been a stove. In the 18th century, fireplaces began to appear in wealthy houses. This type of hearth came to us from the West and gradually became quite popular.

Modern home options are significantly different from their predecessors. Despite their beautiful appearance, fireplaces in modern city houses and apartments have long been replaced by a more practical method of heating.

Quite easily and simply, you can choose a place for the location of the fireplace in any home, if you know the distinctive features of the designs of all varieties of this hearth.

It is necessary to highlight several varieties of decorative stoves, the distinctive features of which are the way they are located in the dwelling:

• Built in... The advantage of this location of the hearth is in saving the space of the room. The downside is the difficulties of installation. It should be noted that such a design for heating is not always provided for by the project of the room. Therefore, in order to install this version of the fireplace, it becomes necessary to make a place in the wall for the hearth and chimney.

• Wall hearth... A distinctive feature of this hearth model is its large size. The wall-mounted structure takes up quite a lot of space in the room and is more suitable for spacious living.

• Island fireplace... The advantage of such a hearth model is in its original appearance. However, it is necessary to take into account the negative features of such models. The design is rather large and is not suitable for small rooms. This model of the hearth gives significantly less heat than other models of decorative stoves.

• Corner fireplaces... The most popular and common designs. They are distinguished by their practicality, original appearance, significantly save space, the installation of such models is quite simple. Absolutely different building materials can be used as external finishing of the structure.

A distinctive feature of various options for a home is the presence or absence of a door on the fuel hole:

• A variant of a decorative stove without a door with an open hearth.
• The fireplace fuel outlet is closed with a special door equipped with mechanisms for convenient opening and closing of the firebox. The doors of these models are made of heat-resistant glass.

It is necessary to highlight another distinctive feature of fireplaces - the method of heat radiation:

• Hearth models emitting heat from one side, the most popular and widespread. They are distinguished by simplicity of design and excellent heat dissipation.
• Decorative stoves that radiate heat from both sides... The advantage of such designs is in their original appearance. But it is necessary to highlight a number of negative qualities of these models.Models of fireplaces that radiate heat from both sides are distinguished by less heat transfer, an increased volume of required air. Accordingly, the area of ​​the protected surface in front of the hearth should be much larger.
• Variants of hearths that radiate heat from three sides... The disadvantages of such options are a small heat transfer and a large protected surface area in front of the fireplace.

Different types of fireplaces differ in the type of fuel.

The most common and popular are various options for decorative stoves that use wood as fuel. When installing a wood-burning hearth model, it is necessary to take into account some features:

• the presence of a chimney significantly complicates installation in apartments in multi-storey buildings;
• installation of a wood-burning fireplace is a complex, time-consuming and costly process that takes a lot of time and effort;
• before starting operation, the finished structure must be thoroughly dried;
• it is necessary to carefully and efficiently install the chimney, since minor flaws in the installation work - and the smoke from the hearth will go inside the room;

• it is imperative to equip a place for storing firewood in advance;
• careful observance of all fire safety requirements;
• regular cleaning of the chimney and fireplace insert from ash and soot.

Gas fireplaces - an economical and practical type of decorative stoves, a distinctive feature of which is good heat transfer and the absence of a chimney. Installation of the structure and subsequent operation of a gas fireplace is much easier than a wood-burning one.

To install these options for decorative stoves, permission from a special organization is required. Self-assembly of this structure is not recommended, it is better to entrust this process to specialists. It is imperative to comply with all fire safety rules during the operation of gas fireplaces.

Electric fireplaces - the most practical and economical type of hearth. Such models are ideal for installation in modern city apartments.

Several positive characteristics of these models should be noted:

• various options for electric fireplaces differ in affordable cost;
• absolutely every person can cope with the installation of this electrical appliance;
• the use of the latest technologies in the design of the device allows you to create the effect of real fire;

• designs of electric fireplaces are equipped with an adjustable heating mode;
• during the operation of the structure, it will not be necessary to clean the chimney and fireplace from ash and soot due to their absence.

Bio fireplaces are based on modern technologies, with the help of which a real fire burns in the device, without forming soot, soot, ash, ash and smoke. The design of the biofireplace model does not provide for a chimney or an exhaust hood.

Before you buy a biofireplace, you need to clarify some details:

• the design of the biofireplace is universal, so its model can be installed in any room;
• environmentally friendly fuel is used as a combustible material for biofireplaces;
• models allow you to choose any design of the biofireplace;
• fire safety rules should be observed during the operation of such a decorative stove.

Fireplace stove combines the technical characteristics of the stove and the properties of the fireplace. In the manufacture of the body of the model, sheets of steel and cast iron are used, the firebox is laid out with durable refractory bricks. For the manufacture of the door of the firebox, heat-resistant glass is used. You can heat such a fireplace stove using any type of fuel: gas, wood, brown coal.

The fireplace stove has its own distinctive features:

• when installing this design option, the installation of an additional foundation is not required;
• models are equipped with a special device for setting the required combustion mode;
• the fireplace stove has a fairly strong heat transfer;
• it is categorically unacceptable to use coal in this model.

The most popular - cassette, steam, salt, American, with a steam generator, ultrasonic and 3D fireplace... The cassette is more suitable for private houses, like floor models. A polyurethane fireplace must be equipped with air ducts. For cladding, materials are used that can withstand high temperatures. The log must be of the correct size.

The height of the fireplace should correspond to the parameters of the room. It is best to choose a purchased fireplace with a clear outline. You need to be extremely careful with steam or infrared radiation. There must be enough free space for the batteries... The salt-based system is considered the most complex.

The fireplace can be decorated with lively décor, such as flowers in water, or placed next to a table with a vase and magazines. The main function of the bouquet will be to saturate the air with oxygen.

There is a huge amount of style and design options for decorating decorative stoves. The most popular and widespread is the classic design of structures. Such models in most cases are made of red bricks. The joints between the rows of bricks are finished with white paint. Such models of the hearth will ideally fit into the interior of the room, made in a classic style.

It is necessary to highlight the models of fireplaces, the external decoration of which is made using ceramic or marble tiles. This design fits into the Rococo or Baroque style. Visually, such models of the hearth look exquisite and expensive, so they will ideally fit into the interior of a large room with beautiful furniture and excellent interior decoration.

An excellent option for the exterior decoration of the hearth is with the help of modern decorative plaster. Modern decorative plaster allows you to turn any fireplace into a work of art. Thanks to a wide palette of colors, various stylish decor elements and a rich imagination of the master, the decorative stove will be a great addition to the interior of any room.

It should be noted that different types of fireplaces are divided into four types according to their architectural design:

• Classic architectural style characterized by perfect outlines. Natural wood, natural stone and its artificial counterpart, as well as marble are used to decorate and decorate the portal of the fireplace made in the shape of the letter "P". You can put vases and candelabra on it.
• Country style fireplace models... The hearth portal is represented by the letter "D". A distinctive feature of such options is the presence of a wooden shelf located above the firebox. Almost always, porous stone is used for the production of such structures.

• Art Nouveau fireplace options for the second floor, are distinguished by strict outlines, the presence of a minimum number of decorative elements. Fits perfectly into the interior of modern rooms. Placement can be anything like framing.
• Models of fireplaces made in Hi-Tech style... Modern building refractory materials are used for them. They allow you to create original and stylish models of decorative stoves.

So, you have decided to complement the interior of your home with a stylish and original fireplace.

Initially, you need to determine for what purposes this design is needed:

• As a decoration in the interior of the room. For these purposes, an electric or biofireplace is perfect.You can use these models as a reliable and practical heater in cool weather.
• For additional heating of the home.
• As a complete heating of the room. In this case, you can opt for a fireplace stove.

When choosing the required model, you need to carefully study the technical characteristics, carefully weigh all the pros and cons of the upcoming repair. The stove model you like should be practical, reliable, and ideally fit into the interior of the room. Installation and subsequent operation of the fireplace structure should not create great difficulties.

There are a huge number of types of fireplaces, they all differ in technical characteristics and design. It is quite difficult to choose a suitable, reliable, economical, stylish and original model. Many decide to manufacture a fireplace with their own hands, someone prefers to purchase a ready-to-use version of a decorative stove. In any case, you need to think over all the details in advance. Only then will the fireplace decorate the room and delight with its appearance and warmth.

The wood-burning fireplace gives off a special warmth and comfort. It is simply irreplaceable for a private home.

Electric models are often chosen by apartment owners.

Bio fireplaces are especially popular today. Their excellent look and imitation of a campfire in the house suits many interior styles.

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