What are fake fireplaces called?
A faux fireplace is a fireplace designed to look and act like a real fireplace but won’t have any real flames or heat. A faux fireplace can come as a completely decorative form or can have a type of insert installed such as electric to generate flame effects.
Do fake fireplaces use a lot of electricity?
Do Electric Fireplaces Use a Lot of Electricity? Electric fireplaces use approximately the same amount of electricity as the average space heater. Since most fireplaces operate on a standard household outlet, they use 120 volts to power the internal heater and draw about 1,500 watts at 12.5 amps.
Are Fake fireplaces warm?
Fireplace Safety Although electric fireplaces produce enough heat to warm a room 400 square feet and up, they remain cool to the touch. Without the issue of hot metal casings, electric fireplaces are a safe alternative to a traditional fireplace for kids and pets.
What is Opti Myst fires?
Optimyst uses ultrasonic technology to create the world’s most realistic flame effect, with an ultra-fine water mist that mimics flame and smoke.
Are Fake fireplaces good?
A – Yes, Electric fireplaces are highly efficient. Since they utilize an electric heater for warmth instead of burning of a fuel source there is little to no wasted energy.
Why do people have fake fireplaces?
In the modern age, more and more homeowners are opting for the faux fireplace because most people live in condos, apartments or houses constructed without chimneys. The fake fireplace like a natural gas fireplace also gives out warmth and could easily warm up a room just like the real ones.
Is real flame a good brand?
Although we have lots of great electric fireplace brands, Real Flame, Classic Flame, Dimplex and Amantii are at the top of our list because they are all high quality, innovative, and customer service driven.
Will an electric fireplace heat a room?
Is an Electric Fireplace Heater Effective? Yes! Electric fireplaces can also heat a room faster and more efficiently than wood-burning fireplaces, and they’re safe to use. These cost-effective heaters are also one of the most efficient ways to heat a room, which reduces energy costs.
Are Fake fireplaces safe?
There is no need to worry! While improper use and other safety issues can arise with any electric appliance, electric fireplaces are actually very safe. In fact, many people choose an electric fireplace over traditional gas and wood-burning options for that exact reason.
Are Opti-Myst fires noisy?
No it doesn’t make a noise.