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You can read more about the use of ethanol fireplaces here.
The real flame gel fuel was darker with a more orange red hue and held a consistent flame.
Gel fuel appliances are generally quite safe but it s important to use fireplaces and fuel canisters as directed.
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Gel fuel is traditionally used outdoors as it can be more flammable and stable which is desirable when burning outside in the wind.
With the burners it is possible to adjust the flame size and easily extinguishing the fire.
Nowadays fireplaces that are built especially for using gel fuel are available in the market.
Once the fuel was lit we did notice a difference in flames.
The fuel is filled into a burner that on average can contain 2 litre of bioethanol.
Gel fuel basics gel fuel is typically made with isopropyl alcohol and is sold in 13 ounce cans that burn for about two and a half to three hours.
Bioethanol is a liquid fuel where as gel fuel is no surprise in a gelatinous form and burned off in a tin can.
The ethanol fireplaces utilize a different fuel liquid bioethanol and not gel.
Each brands flame started differently and then about 20 minutes into the burn the flames appeared very similar.
Both gel fuels make a realistic crackling sound while burning.
This means that if used in a fireplace there is no need for vents to lead any smoke or exhaust out of the house.
Made of a solid wood veneered mdf construction and in dark espresso this real flame gel fireplace is perfectly suited to match with most dark or antique interiors.