With so many different types of coal available to buy at the moment, it is hugely important to make sure you are clued up with what the right type of coal is for your fireplace. We will take a further look at what to look out for with different types of coal and from that, you will be able to see which coal is best for an open fire below.
What to Consider
There are a number of factors that you need to consider when picking out the right coal for you and your fireplace. Firstly you’ll need to take a look at the content of heat you’ll be getting from this type of coal. Also, you will need to have a look at the amount of waste it will be producing alongside the life of the fire.
Heat content
Heat content includes the level of heat that is emitted once the coal is burning. The highest temperature is from smokeless and coal and more specifically, the Homefire ovals. The ovals coal reaches temperatures 20% higher than traditional coal, meaning that the most efficient type of coal for an open fire would be the Homefire ovals.
Waste
Included in the waste is the amount of ash that is produced from this coal. The levels of ash that are left behind vary from different types of coal. Again and naturally smokeless coals are best for the lack of ash that is left behind and therefore, less time for you to have to tidy up your fireplace.
Fire Life
Fire life constitutes the length of time of the fire. The longer the fire, the more beneficial it is for heating your home. The Brazier Homefire smokeless coal is the perfect choice for fire life and your overall smokeless coal choice for an open fire. It’s sustainable burn allows it to last 40% longer than traditional coal.
Summary
Whatever you’re looking for in coal for your open fire this winter, the best type will most likely be some variation of smokeless coal, as this burns for longer, produces less waste as well as having a higher temperature. If you’re looking for more inspiration for how to build your open fire and what to build it with, visit the Homefire shop to see what else you need to build your perfect open fire.
