A short introduction to bioethanol fireplaces - The 5 most important facts

[@StreetSoulLover]

Just a point of note, although wood burning fireplaces may produces up to 3 times the amount of heat of a Bioethanol fireplace, upto 40% of that heat is lost up the chimney, so the differential is far less.

[@pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN]

I think up to three times the heat is rather accurate and the inefficiency of a flue taken into account. I've had an open fire, a log burner and have an ethanol fire. If you really need heat that's cost effective, ethanol isn't it; as stated in the video. Saying that, they are a nice centre piece and give of adequate heat when a wood stove cannot be fitted or would only be used seldom or on special occasions.

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi StreetSoulLover, Yes, it is correct that on traditional wood-burning fireplaces, some of the heat exits out through the chimney, which is not the case on a bioethanol fireplace. But using a bioethanol fireplace as a replacement heat-source is usually not a profitable solution. From our own experience and testing we find that a 2.5 kW bioethanol fireplace can increase the heat from 19C-24C in a 30 sqm room. But the cost of running the bioethanol fireplace usually excees the price of other traditional heating sources. Best Regards Michael - Bio Fireplace Group

[@pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN]

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[@markcoleman8144]

Thank you, recently installed a bioethanol fireplace and this really helped. 😊

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi Mark Glad to hear that it helped you! Hope you enjoy your new fireplace. Best regards, Sara - Bio Fireplace Group

[@michaelwalsh9145]

How’s the ethanol fire going does it give off enough heat to heat an average size room? Is it cost effective?

[@tomcharles1730]

I have an averge one and its hott enough in bedroom to not wear a jumper in winter and i have a back door right by the bed and high celings burns upto an hour and a half honestly best buy ever

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi Tom, thanks for the feedback! We're happy to hear so! All the best, Sara - Bio Fireplace Group

[@sukhrajsingh2287]

One question that would be great to answer is if they are safe. What do you say about that?

[@ssvishnov]

Is it safe to store bioethanol in your garage? What if you have a car, would starting the car cause any trouble?

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi! Thank you for asking. It's perfectly safe storing bioethanol fuel in your garage. Starting the car will not ignite the fuel or cause any trouble. Best Regards, Sara

[@QueenPetgurl]

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[@Chris-zu4es]

i can get one liter etanol for $3,5/ €3,5 and live in a small one conto everything in one room how much bio ethanol do i need each time to heat up my room?

[@TheCofeecup]

Great information! May I have some information about the fireplace hanging in your back? The little black one that is hanging from the ceiling? Thank you!

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi Zoraïda, Of course, that is a Hein & Haugaard UFO 50 in Black, you can find it right here: www.bioethanol-fireplace.co.uk/black-ufo-50-ceiling-mounted-bio-fireplace_4295r26612.html Best regards Sine - Bio Fireplace Group

[@MaynardsSpaceship]

I was not paying attention. Great eye!

[@progtom7585]

Hi, how expensive is bioethanol per kWh compared to other fuels?

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi there That's different fro fireplace to fireplace. It depends on the consumption of fuel that the fireplace uses pr. hour. :) Best regards Sara - Bio Fireplace Group

[@progtom7585]

@@BioFireplaceGroup hmm you've misunderstood. Each stoves consumption would be different, I'm asking how expensive is the fuel per kWh. By my calculations bioethanol is approx £3.13 at it's cheapest in the UK... Making it approx £0.53 per kWh. Does that sound about right for current market prices. Thanks very much 😎

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

@@progtom7585 Yes that's correct. Ours is approx £0.71 per kWh - taking that you purchase just one litre of fuel. But if you buy larger quantities such as 6 liters, the price pr. kWh would be approx. £0.5. Make sure that the alcohol percentage is between 95-97.5, otherwise the price pr. kWh might not be accurate, and might be more expensive in the end. Best Regards Sara - Bioethanol-fireplace.co.uk

[@progtom7585]

@@BioFireplaceGroup brilliant. Thanks heaps. I really appreciate the information 😀

[@shermona905]

I use the cans ... 20 dollars per 3 hours of burn time ... when using 3 cans. Could be less, if I only use 1 can

[@vineettiwari4269]

What is the price and how can I import in india ?

[@littlenemo14]

How long is it before I can refill the ethanol? Obviously it won’t last all day on one tank full.

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi Steve You need to wait to refill the fireplace till it is cold enough, that you can touch it - usually about 30 min. There are very few bioethanol fireplaces that can last on one filling for an entire day, it is mainly automatic model that have a long enough burn time. Best Regards Sine - Bio Fireplace Group

[@SamiKhan-zo3zb]

How long does 1 liter of fuel burn per hour?

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi there Thanks for asking! it varies from fireplace to fireplace. Depending on the size of the burner, 1 liter can last anything from 2-6 hours. Best Regards, Sara - Bio Fireplace Group

[@grassblade2]

Wow...am I glad I dropped in! Some of the flame effects are...Arty and granted, pleasant in their own right, if that's your requirement. There is a lot of misrepresentation in the market regarding exactly what these things look like...I'm being polite...some of them are frankly...quite crap...🙄.

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi there! You're right and I agree. The quality of the fireplaces differ, but I personally think that the flames are great and add a cosy element to any interior :) Best Regards, Sara - Bioethanol-fireplace.co.uk

[@grassblade2]

@@BioFireplaceGroup Morning Sara, So if I'm in the market for a basket and log type effort, how do I ensure I get a comforting warm orange glowy range of flame and not a pants old blue capped elusive Will O The Wisp waste of time...? 500 dollar is a lot of cash to be looking at it thinking "well that sucks"...😡 Thank you for responding & Happy Monday too.🤗

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

@@grassblade2 All fireplaces will have a orange flame. So, the flames are going to look real. They can be a bit blue at first, but they just need a couple minutes to get started and get that real orange flame. Also, if you use a bioethanol fuel with the correct alcohol percentage (95-97.5%), you're ensured the best flame and burn time of every bioethanol fireplace. Best, Sara - Bioethanol-fireplace.co.uk

[@profiskipinternational4402]

What is the difference between bio-ethanol and methanol ? I have seen also methanol stoves. In Europe the price for methanol is cheap, currently 😢around 490-600 Euto per metric tonnes. Lets assume a heater needs 5 liters per 24 hours for a tiny house of around 18 m2 ... during whole winter from midth October till midth April = 6 minths it wolud need around 800 liters = 400-500 Euro. Thats monthly 70-85 Euro for around 30-35 m3 room volume. Pretty cheap I would say.

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi there Bioethanol fuel and Methanol is not the same. They're both alcohol, but still not the same. I definitely wouldn't recommend using methanol in a bioethanol fireplace. The cost of using a bioethanol fireplace is difficult to calculate. It depends on the size of the fireplace, consumption of fuel per hour, insulation, room size, etc. A bioethanol fireplace cannot be used as a primary heat source, but rather as a secondary heat source that can supplement the primary heat source of the house. This is also why a bioethanol fireplace cannot be left burning when not in the house/when sleeping. Hope this clarifies a bit. Best Regards, Sara - Bio Fireplace Group

[@the_famous_reply_guy]

Using methanol in a bioethanol fire is not recommended for several reasons: 1. **Safety:** Methanol is highly flammable and can produce a hotter and more intense flame than bioethanol. This can exceed the design specifications of a bioethanol fire unit, potentially causing damage or even explosions. 2. **Health Concerns:** Methanol can produce toxic fumes when burned, including formaldehyde and other harmful gases. This can pose health risks to people in the vicinity of the fire. 3. **Compatibility:** Bioethanol fireplaces are specifically designed to burn bioethanol fuel, which has different properties than methanol. Using an incompatible fuel can damage the burner and other components of the fireplace, leading to malfunctions or accidents. 4. **Warranty and Liability:** Using an unauthorized fuel like methanol in a bioethanol fireplace may void any warranties and can make you liable for any damages or accidents that occur as a result. To ensure the safety of your bioethanol fireplace and those around it, always use the recommended fuel specified by the manufacturer.

[@jaco108]

The air pollution from wood burning stoves is filling our houses with carcinogenic particles. So much so that the latest research suggests stoves should be sold with warnings similar to cigarettes. What is the air pollution impact of burning bioethanol?

[@jam99]

That will depend on the impurities and that will depend on the brand but one would hope far less. Closed-face wood burning stoves have an advantage over open fireplaces.

[@donavancaton2042]

Just like cars are???….

[@supportkorniful]

Generally speaking, the combustion of ethanol produces only carbon dioxide and water.

[@tohottotrot]

would like to know what type of wood you are burning ? do not believe all you read! we have a 30 kw wood burning stove and have test meters to detect all impurity's and find none of the meters have any warnings, we get more problems with CO2 when we have visitors! have you ever checked your house for radon gas ?

[@tohottotrot]

opps had to stop my wife some time ago from burning candles meters went amber with what they give off.

[@nutslug1]

So, its expensive and not fit for purpose, thanks.

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi Paul. I'm sorry if this is the impression you've gotten from this video. A bioethanol fireplace is actually a great addition to any home - both in terms of cosiness and usability but also, as you can hear in the video, the heat it produces when turned on. Best regards Sara - Bio Fireplace Group

[@Reyfii]

6 minutes is not short btw

[@AngelaClark-p6f]

Bauch Land

[@sarahbasto6520]

Please work on your accent. As a foreigner speaker of English myself, I found it very difficult to understand you.

[@alexandraaskew6622]

Turn captions on

[@smecs]

It's not something you can *work* on its natural try to be more understanding

[@raphaelr2452]

you're wrong by the way. His English is very good as his accent.

[@R-Righteous]

As a native English speaker, he did well enough, maybe you need to improve your English.

[@marianogoncalves18]

I think your English is the problem. I'm not a native speaker and had no issues understanding him whatsoever. His accent is very clear!

[@caz7159]

Brilliant video, Thank you so much ,it has really helped me choose the correct fire. 🫶

[@BioFireplaceGroup]

Hi Caz. We are very happy to hear that the video helped you! We hope you enjoy your new fireplace. Best Regards Sine - Bio Fireplace Group