Bio ethanol fireplace

A bio ethanol fireplace is a handy alternative to a normal fireplace. A normal fireplace can have a lot of disadvantages. You don't want this. Compared to these disadvantages, a bio ethanol fireplace has many advantages. 

What is a bio ethanol fireplace?

The first thing you'll probably wonder is what a bio ethanol fireplace is. This is because it is a rather difficult term. However, it is quite easy to explain what a bio ethanol fireplace exactly is. 

A bio ethanol fireplace is a fireplace that works on bio ethanol instead of wood. Because of this, a bio ethanol fireplace does not need a flue to get rid of this. For many people this is a very big advantage. 

Bio ethanol is a kind of alcohol. This is burned in the fireplace causing heat and fire. In the fireplace bio ethanol will be evaporated so it can be separated from the fire. This system is not only very safe, but also very durable and efficient. 

The evaporated bio ethanol comes through a ceramic stone which also serves as the fire bed. This ensures that if the fireplace falls over, there is no dangerous situation. That is not something you are waiting for. 

To make sure everything stays safe, there is also a quality mark for this. Every good brand that buys a bio ethanol fire has a DIN certificate. The moment a brand does not have a DIN certificate, you better look for another fireplace. 

What is bioethanol?

Now you will probably wonder what bio ethanol is. Of course it is logical that this is the fuel for a bio ethanol stove. However, it is still quite difficult to know what bio ethanol exactly is. Fortunately, this is quite easy to explain. 

Bio ethanol is a kind of alcohol that is made in an organic and vegetal way. It is made from corn, sugar beets and rye. This means that everything it is made of can be produced organically. 

The advantage of bio ethanol is that it only emits water vapour and a small amount of carbon dioxide. This ensures that it is a reasonably clean fuel to use. 

Furthermore, bio ethanol is also a relatively cheap fuel to use. This is because it is made of cheap products that are produced frequently. The production process is also very easy. You can find it at most DIY stores and stove specialists. 

The bio ethanol comes in the form of a liquid. This is first evaporated through the ceramic stone and then burned in the fireplace. This ensures a clean combustion that does not pollute. 

It sometimes happens that the bio ethanol is of poor quality. This causes that there is no clean combustion. This can cause soot and carbon dioxide to come out. It will also stink. This is why you have to be careful with what you buy. 

Who is it suitable for?

Not everyone is ready to buy a bio ethanol fireplace. This is because a bio ethanol fireplace is different from a normal fireplace. Many people find a normal fireplace cosy because it looks nice and it also gives a nice smell. 

For people who do not like the smell of a fireplace, a bio ethanol fireplace can be a good option. This is because it does not give off an odor. If you do not need the smell of smoke in your home, a bio ethanol fireplace may be a better option than a regular fireplace. 

Furthermore you have the problem that you need an extractor for a normal fireplace. Without an extractor all the smoke stays in your house. Because a bio ethanol stove only emits water vapour and a little bit of carbon dioxide, you don't need a chimney. 

Even if you don't have or want a gas connection it can be a good choice to have a bio ethanol fireplace. Because of this, you don't have to have it built. Also you don't have to spend a lot of money on gas. Bio ethanol is even cheaper than gas. 

Another alternative to a bio ethanol fireplace is an electric fireplace. However, this gives a different kind of flame. These are warm, but do not give the effect of a normal flame. In stead of this, a bio ethanol fire can therefore be a very good option to go for. 

A bio ethanol stove is a good alternative to a gas stove, wood stove or pellet stove. These stoves are not only cheaper to use, but also more sustainable and environmentally friendly. 

Installing a bio ethanol fireplace

When you want to install a bio ethanol fireplace, there are some things you should take into account. There are a lot of different possibilities when it comes to installing a bio ethanol fireplace. 

First of all, it is possible to build it in, just like a normal fireplace. This is often the most classic way to install a bio ethanol fire. This will create a cosy atmosphere in your house. 

You can also choose to place a bio ethanol fire in the garden. This is namely a very suitable place to place a fireplace. You can do this by means of a fireplace in a table. This not only looks beautiful, but is also very functional. If it is cold in the evening, you can also enjoy sitting around it. 

If you want to get rid of your old fireplace, you can also choose to replace it with a bio ethanol fireplace. Usually in this situation a choice is made for a loose insert stove. This means that it is placed on the spot of the old fireplace. This also makes sure that the smoke discharge is not necessary anymore. 

Depending on the situation you can choose a type or size of bio ethanol fire. Of course this is very convenient. This way you can easily replace your fireplace for another beautiful one.

However, it is important to keep in mind that not every type and size of fireplace will fit in your home. This can also mean that you end up with a fireplace that is too big for your home. That is something you do not want. This is why it is first important to make sure that you know how big the fire can be in your home. 

If you don't have room in your house for a built-in fireplace, you can also choose a freestanding bio ethanol fireplace. This is also an effective way to have a fireplace that gives off heat. However, you make sure that it does not take up too much space. This makes for a very nice atmosphere. 

Legal requirements for a bio ethanol fireplace

Just like any other kind of fireplace, a bio ethanol fireplace has some requirements. These requirements are important to take into account when you want to buy a bio ethanol stove. In contrast to other stoves, bio ethanol stoves do not have that many requirements. 

The only rule that has been established about bio ethanol fireplaces is that they must have a non-combustible space where the liquid is stored. This is in the building regulations which companies have to comply with. 

In the European Union, they are working on a safety standard that is similar to the safety standard of the other fireplaces you can choose. These are standards that are not mandatory, but are recommended to follow. Especially for manufacturers, these standards come in handy. 

How do you handle a bio ethanol fireplace safely?

If you have a bio ethanol fireplace, it is of course important to be safe with it. This will make sure that you don't have the risk that someone gets hurt while using the bio ethanol fireplace. You don't want that.

Bio ethanol is especially safe to use. This is because it is a highly flammable substance. You have to be careful with it. You can never refill the liquid when the fire is still burning. It is also not very useful to add fuel when the fire has just been extinguished. 

Furthermore it is important to be careful with the bio ethanol. It is better not to spill it. Also, the tank with the fuel can not be too full. This can cause problems that you don't want. 

It is also important to be careful with children. Children often think that fire is fun and exciting. A bio ethanol fire is something that children can easily burn. This can lead to many dangerous situations. Of course you do not want that. 

Furthermore, the fireplace does take a little oxygen from the environment. This is why it is important to ensure good ventilation. If the fire is on for a long time and there is no ventilation, the oxygen in the air can run out. And that is, of course, not what you want. 

However, it is often sufficient to open a window or a door when the fire is on. A small crack is then already sufficient. If the fire is not on for very long, you can also do without ventilation. However it is important to take this into account. Because nobody is waiting for a dangerous situation. 

Controlling the heat

With a fireplace it is often very difficult to control how hot it gets. This is because sometimes the fireplace gets very hot and other times it doesn't. A bio ethanol fireplace is also very handy for this. 

The bio ethanol fireplace is often easy to operate by means of a button. This means that if you are hot you can also quickly move it. This is of course what you want when you are looking for a fireplace. With most fireplaces this is very difficult to control. 

Controlling the temperature is done by controlling the amount of fuel that goes into the fireplace. The more fuel that goes in, the louder the flame goes and also the hotter it gets in the room. Because of this, it can be very convenient to be able to control this. 

This means that you can have the atmosphere of the fire without having to use a lot of fuel. Despite the fact that bio ethanol is relatively cheap, it is of course not free of charge to use. You have to take that into account when you turn on the fireplace.