Doing away with energy-hungry fireplaces and heating systems to save the environment is all well and good but how do you combat the frigid weather? Wearing layers of clothing isn’t enough to keep away the cold and there are chances that you could develop pneumonia. If you reside in a place that witnesses very cold winters and need to keep you and your house warm, why not opt for Eco-friendly hearth products? They’re the ‘in’ thing in helping keeping the cold at bay as they don’t use a lot of resources but keep surroundings just as toasty. We’re taking a look at several environmentally friendly hearth products that you can use without feeling guilty about consuming huge amounts of natural resources.
1. Wittus Toba pellet stove
The Wittus Toba pellet stove is an award winning hearth product that’s contemporary and efficient. The stove has no front jet which allows for the slim design. It’s made of steel and ceramic and also comes in a soapstone front. The stove is available in five colors of red, black, white, bordeaux and soapstone. Toba has been produced in two versions, AIR and COMFORT AIR, both equipped with remote controls and thermostats. You can set your desired temperature, program it to switch on and off and adjust the power and ventilation.
2. Morso 5660 Fireplace Insert
If you have a wood fireplace and can’t afford to purchase a brand new Eco-friendly hearth product, then the Morso Fireplace Insert is a good option. It’s available in two variants – standard or with an optional blower kit – that are able to accommodate 20-inch logs. There’s a large combustion chamber which delivers high performance as well as more than 75 percent efficiency. The modern looking fireplace insert has been constructed out of cast iron using 98 percent recycled materials. The non-catalytic combustion technology helps reduce carbon emissions which add to its Eco-friendly tag.
3. Mendota’s dual BurnGreen burners
Mendota’s BurnGreen burners are designed to conform to EPA standards and LEED and NAHB guidelines. They’ve been ‘laboratory balanced’ to deliver an artificial log fire that looks and feels like the real thing. The direct vent fireplaces come with a smart thermostat feature that allows you to set your desired temperature. Not only is this very convenient for users but it helps saves a lot of energy. You can choose from three modes depending on the amount of heat needed – high, medium and low. In addition to providing heat, the system also acts as a night light with its soft and indirect illumination.
4. Symmetry
The Symmetry Series from Dave Lennox’s Signature Collection is a modern and Eco-friendly take on what a fireplace should be. The detailed log set has been so cleverly built that you wouldn’t be blamed for thinking it was real. Clean lines add to the modern look of the fireplace. The heat can be remotely controlled for added comfort. Symmetry, which runs on natural or propane gas, is available in a variety of different designs ranging from Venetian tile, black rustic, rustic herringbone, buff rustic, architectural stone, red old cottage and red rustic.
5. Winslow
The Winslow is a retro looking pellet fireplace that’s designed to provide you ample heat without sucking up a lot of resources. Unlike the rest, Winslow’s design is reminiscent of a giant lantern and protrudes from the wall. The durable cast iron burn pot comes with an airburst feature to keep the interiors relatively clean and low maintenance. The fireplace is available in two finishes of door and grill as well as door trims in brushed nickel, gold, nickel, black and black nickel. With a heating capacity of 900-2,000 sq ft (approximately), Winslow maintains ideal room temperatures to keep you feeling warm and comfy.
6. Montage
Montage is a pellet stove that comes with four different trim kits to suit your interior. The heat generated is low maintenance and dependable owing to the installation of an automatic feed system and a large hopper. A wall-mounted thermostat controls room temperature to keep it at a comfy level while the use of patented UltraGrate achieves almost 100 percent combustion efficiency. Montage is available in Arch, Artisan, Cast-iron Gothic Arch and Contemporary trim kits.
7. Striker
Like the Morso 5660, Striker is a fireplace insert that’s ideal for small masonry and factory-built hearths. Users can opt to get elegant extras like etched glass, variable speed blowers and plated trim to suit their interior designs. Striker is built from heavy gauge stainless steel that, coupled with an airwash system, keeps the insert clean and low maintenance. It has a heating capacity of around 600-1,300 sq ft.
