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What we normally refer to as “fireplace” actually consists of three main parts: the hearth, the firebox, and the chimney. The firebox can often be filled with a fireplace insert such as a stove. This makes it possible for you to modernize your fireplace without the need for any masonry work.
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Usually built from steel or cast iron, present-day wood burning fireplace inserts are not only quite effective, but they are also a fine decorative addition to your room. Some of fireplace inserts have glass doors that give you a view of the flames. Sometimes, fireplace inserts may be larger than the fireplace opening, extending out of it onto the hearth; not all people like that, but it does provide better heating efficiency. Fireplace blowers can be installed to direct the heat throughout the room or to other parts of the house as well.
The fireplace insert itself works very much like a stove that is small enough to be placed inside the firebox. Built to modern standards of heating efficiency, fireplace inserts will increase the heating power of old fireplaces by making sure that a higher percentage of the heat is directed into the room instead of going outside through the chimney.
Using fireplace steamers with your fireplace insert
One of the main complaints people have regarding fireplaces is that they can dry the air in the room. This leads to such issues as dry eyes or a sore throat. Various humidifying solutions are used to counteract this drying process.
Some fireplaces that do not operate on solid fuel can cause such problems too, but the solution is much more effective. Normal air humidity levels can be restored with the help of fireplace steamers, which cast-iron accessories that release vapors into the air when they reach a certain temperature. Due to the heating action of the fire, the water inside the fireplace steamer is brought to a vaporous state and blown into the air, reducing dryness. Steamers can actually be used for all kinds of fireplaces, because winter air humidity can drop below healthy levels regardless of the source of heating used.
We have already seen how fireplace steamers work with your fireplace insert, now we should review their material and styles. Fireplace steamers are normally made of cast iron, although other materials seem to be gaining popularity. Brass, aluminum and porcelain are often used by manufacturers these days. Due to constant contact with water vapors, fireplace steamers are prone to rust. To protect them against rust, fireplace steamers usually have some kind of coating. This coating is especially necessary in the case of fireplace steamers made of iron, as the other materials are rust-resistant. As for shapes and styles, fireplace steamers follow the general trend so common with all fireplace accessories: variety is the keyword. Fireplace steamers are available in just about any color you could think of. Add to that their innovative designs and you’ll see why fireplace steamers are a must in every home that has a fireplace. Log cabin steamers, lattice steamers and acorn steamers are just a few of the many models of fireplace steamers available.
In addition to the beneficial effects they have on the room air, fireplace steamers can also contribute to people’s comfort by making the room smell nice. Adding some potpourri or various scents into the water from the fireplace steamer will cause these to be released into the air gradually. This will make you enjoy the fireplace experience even more.