In the past, and with the old styles of fireplaces, it was essential to have at least one large wall area to properly and safely install the fireplace. Today, with zero clearance wood burning models or a variety of different gas options, you can have a fireplace even in a small room. In fact, a great option to consider for a smaller space is a free standing gas fireplace.
A free standing gas fireplace is a great addition to any room. They can range in design and style from an old fashioned wood burning stove look to a more modern style complete with fireproof glass doors and a unique shapes and features.
They typically are a perfect addition to a corner space, allowing you to use much less of the wall and the living area for the fireplace. In addition, with their more compact size they can be a great addition to a den, home theater, bedroom or a home office.
The Gas Advantage
One of the biggest advantages of the modern styles of free standing gas fireplace designs is the clean burning ability of the fireplace. With very realistic looking flames and internal fire, they are virtually identical to a traditional wood burning fireplace.
However, unlike wood, your free standing gas fireplace doesn’t require you constantly bring in fuel, it is all available at the touch of a button. With automatic start and temperature control options from a remote, your free standing gas fireplace is both beautiful as well as practical.
With a gas fireplace of any kind, there is also no need to regularly remove ash and soot from the glass doors or the firebox. This is a clean burning fuel source, providing additional heat and room ambiance without any of the complications of burning wood.
Supplemental Heat
A free standing gas fireplace, depending on the size, can heat an entire home or floor of a home. It can also be used to heat a specific room in the home only when needed, functioning as a zone climate control option for your favorite room or rooms.
With lower energy bills for heating the entire home and the convenience of a free standing gas fireplace, it is no wonder these are such popular additions to existing home remodeling projects as well as new home designs.
At Kozy Heat, we have the style of free standing gas fireplace perfect for your home. We also provide a full line of zero clearance wood fireplaces and gas inserts for any room of your home.
