When creating an interior, it is very important to use new solutions and keep in mind the latest trends in the field of finishing materials and decor items. So, when arranging the living room, you can focus on the biofireplace. Previously, such designs could only be seen in fashion magazines, but today an increasing number of people are purchasing them at home. The wall-mounted version of the bio-fireplace is a great success because it is easy to use, easy to install and quite compact.
What is a device?
This fixture consists of a burner, a fuel tank and a housing, it is suitable for installation in any room.In order for the biofireplace to work, it is required to fill its tank with biological ethanol, and then set it on fire. An open flame will burn until the fuel runs out or the owner covers it with the cap that comes with the kit. The choice of such a device must be made taking into account the interior of the room, as well as free space.
The most compact models are suitable for built-in installation, they are also often placed on the table. Larger fireplaces are either floor or wall mounted, and suspended mounting is also available.
Note! Models for central placement, which have heat-resistant glass walls, look especially beautiful: the flame can be observed from any angle.
Design
Regardless of the variety, a biofireplace includes the following elements:
- burner: it is necessary to maintain the flame;
- fuel tank: fuel is poured into it, from where it then goes to the burner for ignition;
- portal, or body: it can be made of heat-resistant glass, stone, ceramic materials, metal.
What does the device run on?
The fuel for the operation of a biofireplace is produced in a liquid state: it is an alcohol of natural origin, for the manufacture of which plant materials are used. As a rule, sugar-fortified crops are used for this, including sugar cane, beets, and wood is often used. When burned, bioethanol produces a small amount of carbon dioxide and vapor that is harmless to the atmosphere.
That is why when installing a biofireplace, you do not need to take care of the chimney, build a bulky hood, and such a device is perfect for an apartment, even if it has a modest area.The only important requirement is a good ventilation system. If we are talking about a small model, it is enough to ventilate the windows after the operation of the biofireplace.
Safety regulations
When using this device, you should fill the tank with fuel very carefully: it is not recommended to spill it due to the increased fire hazard. It is recommended to fill only after the burner goes out and the walls of the thermal block have cooled down to room temperature. It is advisable to use Fanola branded fuel for refueling a biofireplace, since such products have certificates of compliance with safety requirements.
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