there are few particulate emissions.

Gel-fueled stoves: Gel fuels are made from ethanol. These fuels have a shorter burn time, but they can be less expensive options if ambiance is more important than heat. This fuel comes in a can and is easily inserted into the fireplace.

Quick chips on alternative fuel fireplaces:

• Gel fuels like Real Flame ( www.real-flame.com) are environmentally friendly, non-toxic, clean burning, and don’t leave any soot, smoke or ashes behind. Real Flame creates a robust, bright yellow, orange and red flame that crackles just like a log fire.

• The number canisters burning at one time determine the heat output of a gel fireplace. According to Sunjel Industries, a single can of their gel generates 3,000 btus; you would have to burn two cans of gel to approximate the heat output of an electric fireplace.

• Most gel fireplaces sell for $350-$500, but the price for specific models can differ by as much as 10% from retailer to retailer.

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