All the different styles of fireplaces should be used with a lot of caution, especially the wood-burning one. You should follow the fire safety precautions very carefully to protect yourself, your family, and the house. The fire safety of a model should be questioned right from the time you opt for a fireplace.
The safest option for your family, pets, and home are the electric fireplaces. Even the gas, gel, and ethanol fuel type are safe for your children and home.
On the other hand, wood-burning fireplaces can get pretty dangerous if you don’t use it properly. For a wood-burning fireplace, you should ensure that you get quality fireplace gate and screen, irrespective of whether you have your children or pets around.
You need to clean and maintain the wood-burning fireplace regularly. Also, you need to have a professional inspection and cleaning done for the chimney almost every year.
To install a gas fireplace, you'll also need professional help to connect your fireplace to the gas line. It might seem like a pretty simple task when you already have a gas connection, but for your safety, we advise to seek professional help.
The gas fireplace should be equipped with a safety pilot, which is the oxygen-depletion sensor. This tool helps to turn off the gas just when there is an increase in the level of carbon dioxide. It’s best if you install carbon dioxide detectors on every floor of your home, which ensures fire safety when using a gas fireplace.