What Is Ethanol

Ethanol (Bioethanol, Methylated Spirits or Denatured Alcohol) is a renewable and sustainable fuel, distilled from plant materials including corn and sugarcane and waste products from a variety of other biomass materials.

It is a clear, colourless liquid with a low but distinct odour. Ethanol is a clean burning fuel that burns with a beautiful flame and low odour.

Ethanol, in one form or another, has been used for a variety of purposes for hundreds of years.

Learn About Ethanol Fireplaces

VioFlame ethanol fireplaces let you experience the look and feel of a real fireplace, in virtually any outdoor area, without the mess, inconvenience or high cost associated with other traditional forms of fireplaces.

VioFlame fireplaces are both visually exciting and functional, instantly transforming a room into a beautiful and inviting entertainment space. VioFlame outdoor fireplaces are ideal for creating real mood and ambience.

Features & Benefits

VioFlame fireplaces come with a fabulous array of features and benefits.

Clean lines and contemporary styling
Many models feature our Convection Air Technology, that gently distributs warm air to every corner of the room.
Solid build, all fireplaces are made from durable high quality materials and finishes
Beautifully finished in coordinated matte black and stainless steel finish
Fuelled by clean burning ethanol, a widely available and renewable fuel.
Require no fluing or costly installation.
Many models can be floor or wall mounted making them a flexible decorator tool.
Easy to light and use.
Solid, stainless steel, high capacity burners
Instant lighting and long burn time
Freestanding and wall mounting options available
Wall mounted units include mounting hardware
Chrome plated metal fender as standard, some models feature a glass fender
Fully adjustable flame control
Portable – freestanding models can be easily moved between rooms
Wall mounted models can be removed – ideal for rental properties
Easy to clean and maintain
Complete installation and owners’ manual included with all models

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How They Work

VioFlame Ethanol fireplaces not only look good, they also provide real heat... enough to heat an average size room*.

VioFlame Fireplaces provide heat and a visual flame by utilising ethanol (methylated spirts), a readily available, environmentally safe and renewable fuel.

Read more in our commentary on 'what is ethanol'.

As the fuel is burnt, heat is generated and the heat is used to warm the room via a process of convection and/or radiance, depending on the model.

The VioFlame range consists of convection and radiant style models.

Convection Models

VioFlame convection models are designed with an internal air path located at the rear and top of the firebox. During operation, heat from the burner raises the temperature of the metal firebox. The heated metal exchanges heat with the air inside the air path.

The heated air rises and as it does, it follows the air path up the back and across the top of the firebox and then out through the front air vent.

As air is expelled from the outlet, more air is drawn in from below the firebox to be heated by the process once more. This cycle continues while the burner is operating and requires no external power.

This is a gentle process of air transfer which causes warm air to circulate throughout the room.