A fireplace remains the most popular choice and adds significantly to the value of any home. Many fireplaces are no longer traditional brick and mortar, but are engineered and pre-built by major manufacturers. More than 75% (over a half million) of all fireplaces installed each year are factory-built.
What is a factory-built fireplace and what are the benefits?
- Factory-built fireplaces are less expensive to build than masonry fireplaces.
- They use a safe, lightweight chimney and do not need any additional footing or other structural support.
- Because they have fewer limitations than site-built masonry fireplaces, they can be easily and safely installed in almost any room.
- Factory-built fireplaces are available in a range of sizes, and can be either traditional or contemporary in design.
- Brick, stone, marble and other facing materials can combined with your choice of mantle to suit your decor and style.
Fireplace Options
Based on heating sources, fireplaces come in different shapes, styles, and options.
Wood Burning Fireplaces
- Wood is environmentally responsible.
- Wood burning fireplaces have safe locking doors.
- Burning wood is an economical energy alternatives.
- Large wood appliances can heat an entire home.
- Wood is easily lit.
Gas Fireplaces
- Gas Fireplaces offer High Efficiency heating
- Both Gas and Propane are extremely Green sources of energy
- Natural gas fireplaces, stoves or inserts fit into many different decors
- You’ll love the look and feel of these gas fireplaces!
Electric Fireplaces
- Electric fireplaces can be installed anywhere.
- Electric fireplaces can provide heat.
- Electric fireplaces provide relaxing ambiance and make a beautiful decoration to any room in your home.