Heating systems for homes and offices in cold regions demand the use of a fireplace. Traditionally, the fireplace used to be a niche in living room decorating ideas. The space was used for the installation of wood stoves to provide heat. The addition is now more of an interior designing fashion component in the modern home. Nevertheless, the basic use of the fireplace remains the same. What has changed in time is the fuel used to generate the required heat in winter.
Fireplace Logs
Fireplace logs serve as alternative fuel to generate the heat required from the unit. Originally, logs of wood were used for the purpose. But in time, addressing a number of environmental issues like deforestation, wood was replaced by gas and electricity in interior decorating. They are still designed to closely resemble the traditional wooden ones. They may differ in the fuel used, but not in the heat generated. There is no denying that wood adds to the appeal of the basic use of the unit. But, the modern home has incorporated the look and feel of the traditional units by designing this component of the fireplace. They are designed to look like real logs.
Electric Fireplace Logs
An electric fireplace generates heat that is emitted by a medium empowered by a consistent low of electricity. The fireplace mantels come in a variety of modern furniture designs, ranging from traditional and classic to modern and 'chic'. The electric fireplace logs form the medium. They are versatile in application and very easy to install and use. The designs are convenient and cinder-free. Electric hearth products like the fireplace logs do not call for the installation of the traditional chimney. They have in-built heat-output-regulating devices. When not in use, they can be turned completely off, unlike wood. This adds to their economic appeal and year-round use.
The logs offer technology-enhanced flame simulation that looks very real. These components do not emit smoke and hence, there is no air pollution. The current absorption is negligible and hardly more than two light bulbs. They are usually higher than those used in gas or wood fireplaces. These fireplaces and their electric components come with fancy fittings, to create the required finesse.
Benefits Simple installation, with least reconstruction Easy temperature regulation Monitored consumption of electricity, with instant 'on' and 'off' options No component storage requirement Cinder-free environment Economic access to heat in winter Visual appeal, doubled by crackling sounds! Types
'Audio-Visual' Electric Logs They have an oak or rosewood finish and a mechanism that generates a 'crackling' sound within the log. An ordinary bulb used in home lighting generates the visual appeal, by adding an orange glow to the created 'fire'.
Log Heaters They are designed to generate the warmth desired. The unit is placed either beneath or behind real or concrete-wood-finish logs in the fireplace. These are very cost-effective and switch off instantly, when not in use. They generate a good amount of heat. The built-in thermostat facilitates temperature-control at a turn on the knob.
Electric Log Inserts They can be used within an already existing fireplace design. Once installed, the inserts are ready for use. No reconstruction and no mess! They provide comfort and relaxation within the existent interior design. They are portable and versatile in use.
Electric fireplace logs are a great option to generate the look and appeal of a real fireplace. Most antique furniture fittings and modern interiors make the most of the designs that eliminate the hassles and mess that comes along with traditional wood, coal and gas options. Its components are easily accessible at dedicated outlets, online and offline. The online marketing services and stores even allow you to take a sneak preview of the fittings. They offer advice and tips on how to integrate the designs within the existent decor.
