Log Burner or Gas effect fire

[Justine413]

Hello, 

We are in the process of upgrading our open fire in our house but can not decide which option to choose. We are very keen that it’s safe, economical as possible and that guests have a nice experience. 
The rooms are high ceilings so we want to make sure the right choice is made from an efficiency and performance perspective too. Any advice would be really appreciated as we simply cannot decide what would be the best choice! 

[Helen427]

Hello @Justine413 

Is there a possibility you could ensure your Listing is linked to your ABB CC Profile so we can see which room it's for to get a better idea which would be more suitable for the style of your home?

Is you home a Victorian era home?

Will you be retaining the Fire surround/ Mantel Piece as part of the feature?

Would it be a real wood Log Burner or an artificial flame one?

With the controversy of the use of Gas in the UK and the way they are trying to stamp out the use of it for heating and cooking in some places it's a little bit of a worry.

Does either Option have provision for a Wet Back type of heating system to also heat up the water?

Perhaps that's something to also look into.

Regardless of choice, make sure you get them checked regularly in accordance with your Insurance Policy requirements.

Open fire Chimneys for those who may not be aware must be cleaned Professionally by a Chimney Sweep yearly for Insurance purposes and may we assume so should other types of Fireplaces.

All the Best

[Justine413]

Thank you 

[Mike-And-Jane0]

@Justine413 A log burner will attract guests in winter but most people will not operate it correctly. A gas fire may be more sensible for short term rentals BUT they are dreadfully inefficient.

[Justine413]

Thank you, that’s very helpful. Do you have either a log burner or a gas effect burner for your property? 

[Mike-And-Jane0]

@Justine413 we have nothing other than central heating in our apartments. We have a log burner in our house and hence know how hard they are to operate and how much mess they make.

[Justine413]

Thank you. 

[Helen3]

I have a log burner @Justine413  what did you want to know?

[Justine413 · Accepted solution]

Hello Helen,

The main questions  are around;

Is it efficient enough to heat the room and  does it infact heat other rooms too? 
How often is it used?

Does it involve a lot of maintenance?

Do you feel it’s safe? 
Thank you 

[Fred13]

Generally speaking, propane is cleaner, quicker, burns more efficiently, dependable, and probably convenient (depending on supply reality). Log is more of a chore, but effective heating wise and sexier.

[Justine413]

Thank you ! 

[Helen427]

@Justine413, Your location in the UK will likely have standard Heating for Homes requirements under various provisions of Legislation, including Building Codes.

May I ask what year it was Built and if there has been any renovations / alterations done to it, e.g Wallpaper/ Carpet added/ removed?

It's generally a Rule of Law to ensure Living areas are heated to around 18 to 20 degrees when sitting down, kitchens if they have opening windows with natural sunlight don't need to be heated if it's an enclosed type of room e.g a standard Kitchen because one is standing up and working in it, whereas Open Plan Rooms tend to require more warmth in colder weather.

Have you undertaken a Temperature check to see what the rooms are normally in the cooler months?

Maybe do that to as you will know what size Heating appliance would be best to suit your home.

Do you have Thermal or heavier curtains to retain the warmth, or lace/ net curtains for added warmth and ambiance?

A rug/ carpet?

There's nothing nicer than retaining the original features of your home to create warmth.

[Mike-And-Jane0]

@Helen427 There is nothing in English law that requires certain levels of heating or insulation standards for short term rentals.

[Justine413]

Thank you