Each fireplace, as well as every person has his own face and original performance. When selecting models person usually guided by his idea of the perfect hearth.
Modern fireplaces serve as a composite center, which harmonizes with the overall design of housing. In our time, such structures are established for interior decoration or for space heating.
And this way all will be different. This is because the perception of contemporary fireplaces due to the reflection of themselves and the choice of a specific design corresponding to their character traits and temperament type.
varieties fireplaces
Let us consider the basic types:
Built-in, such structures are designed and built at the same time with masonry walls of the house, because the main part of the structure built into the wall. In private households have a fireplace in any desired together. Usually it is installed in the living room or bedroom, at least - in the dining room where the furnace design is complemented hob for cooking and reheating food.
Fireplaces in the modern style fit for a special fireplace room designed for rest and relaxation.
- To enjoy live fire furnace create open type, it is desirable to protect it from sparks by means of fire resistant glass screen.
- Closed firebox is used in structures intended for space heating.
Near the fireplace is usually created for the storage of wood, it can be configured as a special niche or a woodpile, which complements the existing style.
Their functionality determines the location of the room and the type of fuel used.
The main condition for the installation of any fire safety is at its operation.
Near-wall fireplaces can be installed in a newly built house, the chimney is mounted to the wall termozaschischonnoy.
In these designs, one of the walls forms the rear part of the furnace. When installing it is important to strengthen the foundation under the floor, as they have a considerable weight.
Pristennye models take up much space, so they are placed in spacious rooms: living room, bedroom or in the fireplace room.
When choosing data models remember about safety:
- You can not prevent the emergence of drafts as possible accidental ignition from a spark;
- a wall that is adjacent to the fire, should be made of fire-proof materials;
- firebox door is closed, or if an open fireplace, use a protective shield.
Portal decorated with marble, natural stone or synthetic floors. For current models used finish using concrete or metal. Included in fashion design, lined with tiles that convey the Russian style and color.
Above the portal is equipped mantel for posting photos, souvenirs and accessories.
Corner fireplaces are built and where part of the structure is recessed in the two side walls, and wall-mounted.
These models are the most practical in terms of preserving the living space that they take up little space and are set in any corner of the house. If the structure is installed correctly in the central room and the furnace is closed, then it heats several rooms at once.
Island fireplace, mounted on the premise center, so it is visible from all sides. The fuel can be not only of wood and pellets, but also natural gas.
An important condition for such models is the construction of the chimney, extracted a few meters above the ridge of the roof, for a stable traction.
Island construction look spectacular with panoramic open or closed furnaces, which allow you to enjoy the fire from all sides.
Placed at a distance from the walls, so they are placed in spacious rooms or in the separation of rooms on the area.
According to the release of accommodation types, floor and hanging. These models serve as the main center for the decorative interior space - they are not suitable for heating, as the efficiency of the performance is very low.
Electric fireplaces for modern interiors
Electric fireplaces - and best budget option for a city apartment or a country house. Contemporary fireplace in the interior of the living room is often a decorative element, heat the room with the help of energy consuming and inefficient.
They are easy to use and create a beautiful appearance of fire. Have several modes of control:
- manual;
- auto;
- remote.
Among electric fireplaces have two basic types:
Multimedia, fireplace, equipped with a monitor and 3D graphics. Displays blazing fireplace with burning logs and sparks. You can select different audio crackling firewood. The attractiveness of such models is to show images, without turning on the heating, which is convenient to use in the summer.
Simulating real fire by means of water vapor and highlights, such models recreate volumetric smoke and flames through innovative technologies. Realism is carried out at the expense of halogen lamps, illuminating eye-catching pair.
With the availability of electricity instead of fuel fume collection and lack of structures, electric fireplaces are convenient and accessible to the interior in modern homes or apartments.
A variety of styles
Design of modern fireplaces can be very diverse. Among them are cozy design appropriate country-style fireplaces, tiled in Art Nouveau style, high-tech, as well as the impressive portals made in the traditional classical style.
Fireplaces with classical performance style, floor and usually placed near the wall. In facing portals used natural wood, stone or imitation of these materials. Nearby you can arrange the woodpile of firewood and fireplace accessories in the photo:
Fireplace in high-tech style is usually wall-mounted version, although there are wall-mounted and embedded design. They are characterized by unusual solutions, a variety of shapes and configurations, emphasizing the style of the original and daring experiments. Portals are made of plastics of different colors, glass or metal body. In the photo you can see the living room with fireplace of this style:
Bio Fireplace in a modern interior
A special place among modern fireplaces takes an innovative hearth - Bio Fireplace. It works on the ecological fuel - ethanol, which is in the process of combustion does not emit soot and toxic odors, so there is no need to install additional extractor.
The advantages of bio fireplaces are:
- compact size and original forms;
- mobility, it is installed in any place, at a small distance from objects.
Among them there is a mini-fireplaces, which can be positioned on the bar, a shelf or on a coffee table.
The disadvantages of these models include:
- the need for strict compliance of fire safety;
- the high cost of fuel.
Biofireplaces gain its popularity due to the presence of natural fire, which can be placed in a portal of any style and interior design.
In concluding this article, we should mention a few highlights:
- Design running on fossil fuels need to be mandatory carriage chimney or hood of the combustion products, so they are usually installed in private households.
- Fireplaces with a chimney are not only decorate the interior, but also a source of additional heating. This is possible when equipped with the hearth closed combustion chamber. There are practical models with a water circuit, a fully heated floor of the house.
Among the huge number of very difficult to choose a unique and original fireplace that will delight every day, and aesthetically pleasing.
Model change over fashion, but the designers timely strive to offer you an interesting option for any space, combining originality and classic beauty.
