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Archive for the ‘gel fireplaces’ Category
May 5th, 2010
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 Gel Ethanol Fireplace  Liquid Ethanol Fireplace
After a lot of research, you have decided that you would like to purchase an ethanol fireplace. Now you can start thinking of the best design. You just found the one you like and then you realise there are two versions of the same fireplace, a gel and a liquid version, now what to do?
We have created a comparison list to make your decision easier.
| Feature |
Gel ethanol fireplace |
Liquid ethanol fireplace |
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| Burning time |
1 to 1.5 hours when using 450m – 500ml reservoirs.
2 to 2.5 hours when using 250ml reservoirs. |
Similar to gel version if using standard reservoirs (see gel version).
Up to 6 hours only if using a special compartment specially designed, prices start from around £500 for the unit alone. |
| Crackling sound |
Yes |
No, but flames sound |
| Cleaning needed |
Every so often |
No |
| Easy to refill |
Yes |
Yes |
| Colour of flames |
Yellow |
Blue/ Yellow |
| Heat |
Equivalent of 900 watts for every 500ml reservoir, therefore if using 3 reservoirs, heat output around 2700watts, similar to an electric heater. |
Depends on the size of the reservoir, the bigger the more heat it produces/ more fuel is consumes. |
| Other |
Unit prices are usually more affordable than liquid versions. |
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Liquid is very similar to water, therefore needs extra care to avoid confusion. |
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The UK market offers a more affordable prices for gel ethanol refills than liquid ethanol. |
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Gel ethanol fireplaces have been in use for more than 20 years. |
Relatively new product. |
We really hope this chart helps you decide the right type of ethanol fireplace for you.
Whatever you choose, an ethanol fireplace will add style and atmosphere to any room in your home.
Candela Interiors
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October 15th, 2009
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These days stainless steel is incredibly popular, from fridge freezers to plant pots, its present in all sorts of places in our homes. Several of our feature fireplaces are part or all brushed stainless steel, such as the Milan, Edge and Eclipse gel fireplaces.
So how do you keep it clean and shiny? What about those sticky fingerprints left by the kids?
Many cleaning products are too harsh or abrasive for brushed stainless steel and can actually harm the finish of your fireplace.
A cheap and easy tip for maintaining the stainless steel areas is to use a few drops of baby oil on a soft, lint free cloth. Gently clean the stainless steel and always work in the direction of the brush.
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