FIRE PLACES SOLID FUEL APPLIANCE

Model solid fuel heaters such as fireplaces and open-hearth and tiled stoves create an oasis of quiet and relaxation. They generate comfort and a sense of well-being. Thanks to optimum combustion systems, modern heating appliances are highly efficient and have a particularly low impact on the environment. Whether used as auxiliary heating for comfort or as a replacement for other forms of heating on cool days: If correctly operated, a solid fuel heater can reduce heating costs very simply. Given the high prices of heating oil and natural gas, the use of fuels produced locally such as wood and brown coal briquettes make considerable savings in the household budget.

When used for heating, the right combination of the fuels is important: Wood is the ideal fuel for quick heating or when the fireplace is only used for a short period. Brown coal briquettes are, in contrast, ideal when the flames should not only create a romantic atmosphere but should also give out warmth for a longer period. Wood quickly heats up the living space, while the brown coal briquettes ensure a long period of even warmth. As well as being approved for both fuels, the size of the room to be heated is of major importance in the purchase of a fire. Heating appliances that depend on room air should have around 4 m2 space available per kW. If the fire is intended as the only source of heating, care should be taken that the heater is suitable for continuous use. Heating appliances marked with DINplus are characterised by particularly low-emission combustion and a high degree of efficiency.