Gel Fuel For Gel Fireplaces

Gel fuel is the latest source of fuel used in real flame fireplaces.

The use of wood and other traditional fuel sources pollute the air that we breathe with smoke, soot and other pollutants. The use of this new renewable fuel source eliminates these pollution issues. There is no smoke or soot for us to worry about as the gel fuel is produced from ethanol which is a clean burning fuel.

These are the reasons that make this fuel source a great alternative to traditional fireplace fuels and are all the rapidly growing in popularity everywhere.

Now you may be wondering just exactly what is gel fuel?

This fuel is basically thickened ethanol which has been produced as a gel rather than a liquid. Ethanol is a renewable fuel source as it is made from plants and is friendly to our environment.

The average burn time for a 12oz or 500ml gel can is 1-2 hours.

Gel fuel is primarily used in ventless and flueless fireplaces, but have also found use in other areas too. For example, some people use them in garden burners and decorative fire bowls. They have also found their way into theatre and film studios in both the US and UK. They are also great to use in more commercial settings such as bars, hotels, restaurants and clubs and are ideal in cities with smoke control legislation in place preventing the use of coal or wood.

These fuels are easy to use and can be used anywhere as there are no gas or electrical hook ups involved. When using fire gel you do not have to worry about the cleanup of smoke or soot. They provide real flames that produce some heat and even an authentic crackling sound of real wood burning.

You can find these fire gel fuels either in gel cans or refill bottles. This choice can be advantageous depending on how you want to use the gel. If you wish to just use one of the decorative burners then the cans are perfect, but if you have a fireplace that you want to use, then the gel refill bottles are the more economical choice.

When purchasing these fire gels, you can find them in packs of 3, 6 or 12 but is possible to purchase cases of 36. As with anything, it is always cheaper to purchase in bulk. Also remember to store your cans in dry area without humidity or direct sunlight and never place near a source of ingnition.

There are several brands on the market with the leading brands being, FireSource, Jensen Real Flame and Sunjel. The prices for these fire gels are fairly inexpensive but the quality is good and the results spectacular.

They can provide you with hours enjoyment and are a great way to liven the quality of your family time. If you enjoy a real flame fire but do not want the stress of a messy cleanup or the pollution of the air around you, then a gel fireplace is the ideal solution.