Electric Vapour Fireplace

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For the exterior of the unit, you should use a damp cloth to wipe away dust and markings. For the internal components of your fireplace, you should instead use a dry microfibre cloth to remove dust or debris.

As is the case with any appliance in your home, it's a good idea to clean your electric vapour fireplace every so often. Aside from keeping it looking its best, this is to ensure your fireplace operates safely and efficiently. With that said, the cleaning requirements for an electric vapour fireplace are a fraction of those necessary for a fireplace that burns real fuel.

With a traditional fireplace, a lot of regular maintenance is required to keep them clean and safe. In these fireplaces, a real fire is created by actual burning fuel. This process produces many byproducts; the burnt fuel creates ash, while the smoke contains harmful substances such as carbon monoxide and creosote. It's therefore essential to keep up with regular maintenance activities with a traditional fireplace, such as removing the old ash, cleaning the hearth, and keeping the chimney in good order.

Electric vapour fireplaces, on the other hand, do not use actual burning fuel, nor do they produce real flames. These fireplaces instead create the illusion of a traditional fireplace using electrical components to mimic the look and feel of a real fire. They generate heat using an internal heating element, such as a fan-forced or infrared heater. To create the visual effect of real flames, these fireplaces also utilize a light source that reflects off a series of rotating mirrors.

As there is no burning fuel, electric vapour fireplaces produce no byproducts whatsoever. Because of this, they require very little in the way of maintenance and cleaning. However, you will inevitably have to clean your electric vapour fireplace at some point; dust can gather on the internal and external components of the unit like any other object in your household.
Although electric vapour fireplaces are generally much safer than traditional fireplaces, they still require occasional maintenance to remain in top condition.

Plan location

• The first step of this project is to plan where you will be installing the fireplace. Decide whether you want to build out a wall, cut into an existing wall, or wall-mount the unit, then make an accurate cardboard cutout of the electric vapour fireplace. Position the cardboard cutout in the approximate area where the fireplace will be installed. Center and level the cardboard cutout, then tape it to the wall to mark the exact installation location of the fireplace.
• If you're building out the wall for the fireplace installation, cut two 2x6s one inch shorter than the finished wall. These pieces will serve as the top and bottom plates of the fireplace wall. Mark the center, the rough opening for the fireplace, and the stud positions every 16 inches across both plates.

Build or frame the opening

• The next step will vary depending on your installation method. If you are installing a wall-mounted fireplace, mark the spot where you'll place the mounting brackets, ensuring the brackets are properly aligned with the studs. Level the mounting bracket, then use a drill to secure the bracket to the wall.
• If you are installing a recessed fireplace in an existing wall, you'll need to build a frame to support the fireplace unit. Check the manufacturer's directions to determine the frame's size based on the firebox's dimensions. Cut a hole in the wall with a utility knife and use screws to fasten the frame to the existing studs.
• If you're building out a wall for the recessed fireplace, cut studs to the desired length and build a frame for the fireplace installation. Keep in mind that the opening for the fireplace should be about 1.5 inches taller and wider than the fireplace unit to install drywall.
• Line up the studs and fireplace frame according to the layout marks on the top and bottom plates. Use screws to put the fireplace wall together, then stand it up in the desired position. Attach blocks between the studs so that they're flush with the back of the wall, then fasten the fireplace wall to the studs in the existing wall to secure the fireplace wall.

Put cord through wall

• Before worrying about the wiring, plug the electric vapour fireplace in and make sure it works. If the unit operates properly, you can proceed with the installation. If you are installing a wall-mounted unit, skip to step 5. For recessed installations, you'll need to fish the power cord through the wall.
• Some fireplaces can be plugged into an available outlet, while others need to be hardwired. Consider hiring an electrician if your fireplace needs to be hardwired or if you need to install a new outlet closer to the fireplace. For those that are experienced and comfortable dealing with electrical wiring, drill holes through the studs and fish the electrical cable through the holes so that you can hardwire the unit or connect it to a nearby outlet.

Finish fireplace
With the electrical cable through the wall, measure and cut pieces of drywall to finish the fireplace wall or patch the existing wall. Install the drywall, including the inside of the fireplace opening where the wood framing is exposed. Tape and mud the wall, then give it enough time to fully dry before proceeding.

Fit and secure fireplace

• A wall-mounted fireplace typically comes with either slots or hooks on the back. If it has slots, connect the slots to the hooks on the mounting brackets, and if the fireplace has hooks on the back, connect the hooks to the slots on the mounting brackets.
• For recessed fireplaces, remove the glass panel and side brackets for access to the fastening holes. Slide the electric vapour fireplace into position and secure it to both sides of the frame. Once it is fastened in place, replace the side brackets.
• Add any items that were included with the fireplace, like crystal embers, driftwood log pieces, decorative rocks, or even black fire glass.

Install glass panel

• Clean the fireplace screen and the glass, then reattach the glass panel. Secure any fasteners to ensure that the glass won't slip or shift. Finally, turn on the electric vapour fireplace to test its functionality and appearance.
• If you installed a recessed electric vapour fireplace, make sure to paint the drywall for a fully finished design.