This video shows the one fireplace myth everyone believes when shopping in a fireplace shop. A fireplace is essential for any homeowner looking to create a warm, cozy, and entertaining indoor atmosphere in winter. However, there are many myths concerning the functioning, maintenance, and longevity of fireplaces that many homeowners unintentionally believe.
What is the one fireplace myth everyone believes? Most people visit a fireplace shop thinking that wood-burning hearths are an efficient way to heat their homes. Nothing could be further from the truth. Operating a wood-burning fireplace reduces the heat in your home by quickening airflow in the chimney. Once the chimney vent releases hot air from the top, the fireplace will attract your indoor air to sustain burning.
Although sitting next to the fireplace will provide you with some radiant heat, the areas beyond that will be extremely cold because of the air rushing into flames to sustain burning. You can improve your fireplace's energy efficiency by installing glass doors to reduce the airflow rate. It would also be wise to shut your fireplace's dumpers and exits when it is not in use. You can also install a gas fireplace with blowers and glass doors into your wooden hearth for better energy efficiency.
