A fireplace insert is a device installed into an existing masonry or prefabricated wood fireplace to improve its heating performance. Inserts can burn gas, wood, electricity, coal or wood pellets and are usually built from cast iron or steel. Fresh air enters through vents below the unit, circulates around the main chamber, and returns to the room, while separate adjustable vents control airflow into the firebox before it exits through the chimney. Most inserts have insulated glass doors that let the fire be seen while closed, which improves heat output and fuel efficiency while keeping the look of a traditional fireplace.
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1. Wikipedia: Fireplace insert
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Using an EPA certified fireplace insert can improve heating efficiency by up to 50% while using less wood fuel, reduce creosote build-up in the chimney and lower smoke pollution inside and outside the home.
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Typical fireplace inserts have insulated glass doors that allow the fire to be viewed while closed, improving its heat output and fuel efficiency while maintaining ambiance of a traditional fireplace.
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The fireplace insert was invented in 1742 by Benjamin Franklin
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A fireplace insert is a device that can be inserted into an existing masonry or prefabricated wood fireplace.
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