You might be thinking of an easy way to convert your log burner to a bioethanol fireplace? Transforming your old wood burner into a modern bioethanol fireplace is a straightforward process and an ideal solution to breathe new life into your old fireplace!
All you need is a bioethanol burner that fits your existing fireplace. Simply place the burner into the fireplace, and you're ready to enjoy the warmth and beauty of real flames.
Watch how our customer Georgina Raine converted her existing open hearth fireplace by installing a bioethanol burner — a quick and straightforward process that you can easily do yourself.
Follow Our Step-by-Step Guide on How to Convert a Wood Burner to Bioethanol
Step 1: Choose a Bioethanol Burner or Bioethanol Basket
Select a bioethanol burner that fits the dimensions of your existing fireplace. Measure the width, depth, and height of the fireplace opening to ensure a perfect fit. It is important to choose the right size — a burner that is too small may look out of place, whilst one that is too large simply will not fit.
An alternative is a free-standing bioethanol fireplace basket. These are bioethanol burners with a decorative frame that sometimes includes decoration.
See all our bioethanol burners here.
See all our bioethanol fireplace baskets here.
Step 2: Choose Decorative Accessories
Enhance the look of your bioethanol fireplace with ceramic logs, pebbles, or other fire-safe decorations to achieve a realistic and stylish appearance. The right accessories can make your converted fireplace look just as inviting as a traditional wood-burning fire, without any of the mess.
Step 3: Choose Quality Bioethanol Fuel
Opt for a high-quality bioethanol fuel with an alcohol content of 96.6% to ensure a clean and efficient burn with beautiful flames. Using a good-quality fuel not only improves the appearance of the flame, but also ensures the burner runs as efficiently as possible, giving you the longest burn time.
Find all our bioethanol fuel here.
Convert Your Wood Burning Stove to Bioethanol
Converting your existing wood burning stove to bioethanol is a simple and straightforward process. All you need is a bioethanol burner or insert that fits the measurements of your current stove or fireplace. The burner is placed inside the stove, allowing you to enjoy the warmth and ambiance of real flames without the need for a chimney, venting, or wood.
This conversion offers an eco-friendly alternative, as bioethanol burns cleanly, without producing smoke, soot, or ash. It is a perfect solution for those looking to update their old fireplace with a modern, stylish, and low-maintenance option. With no complicated installation required, you can have your new bioethanol fireplace up and running in no time.
Is it Safe to Use a Bioethanol Fireplace?
Using a bioethanol fireplace is completely safe when handled responsibly. Whilst no special safety precautions are required, all our bioethanol fireplaces are TÜV certified, ensuring compliance with safety standards for flammable liquid fireplaces.
We recommend treating your bioethanol fireplace as you would any other open flame. Ensure the burner and surrounding frame are made from non-combustible materials. When converting your existing wood burner to a bioethanol fire, your fireplace is most likely already fireproof.
Read more about the safety of bioethanol fires here.
Does an Ethanol Fire Produce Heat?
A bioethanol fireplace is primarily for decorative purposes. However, it does give off heat — sometimes more than you'd expect!
When converting a wood burner to bioethanol, you'll gain heat from the bioethanol burner that your non-functioning fireplace didn't provide. Converting your fireplace to bioethanol is an easy way to add a few extra degrees of warmth, especially during autumn when you just want to snuggle up under a blanket with the fire on!
Still wondering about the heat output of bioethanol fireplaces? Take a look at our bioethanol fireplace heat output guide.
