If you want to buy and install a fireplace in your home, you have several options to choose from. An open fireplace provides a traditional solution, while a vent-free gas option is more modern. A closed combustion fireplace, on the other hand, seals the woodburning fire within a combustion chamber. This allows for unparalleled airflow and burn rate control that extends the life of the fire and seals it from exterior elements.

Home Fires offers a variety of closed slow-combustion fireplaces to suit your specific needs and to find a perfect match for your home. Our range covers both built-in and freestanding options as well. The notable differences between an open and a closed slow-combustion fireplace will undoubtably influence your choice. Today, we focus on the benefits of having the latter in your home.

The Benefits of a Closed Slow-Combustion Fireplace in Your Home

• Sealed In: One of the biggest concerns with having a fireplace in your home is to ensure that any flammable/combustible objects are removed from its immediate vicinity. Although it is still recommended to remove such objects from the vicinity of a closed combustion fireplace, you can rest assured that such a fireplace will not spit out sporadic embers and sparks while it is sealed. The fire is contained within the combustion chamber and generates heat that is radiated through its translucent door panels.
• Longevity: During those cold winter days, a closed combustion fireplace can generate heat more consistently and over extended periods. Not only can this be a solution to heat and light generation during power outages, but it can also serve as a means to save money on your monthly utility bills. Moreover, since the fire is sealed inside the combustion chamber, you can expect a more consistent burn rate over extended periods.

• Easy to Clean and Maintain: With a closed combustion fireplace, the cleaning and maintenance processes are simplified. Thanks to having a dedicated combustion chamber, all the remains of the fire can be removed and the chamber cleaned and maintained accordingly. This simplifies the entire process to make it easier and more accessible as opposed to having to clean an entire area and its surroundings, which would be the case with an open fireplace.

Home Fires is your supplier of closed combustion fireplaces for your home in South Africa. Please browse our website for details and prices and contact us directly if you have any questions about our fireplaces. Enjoy the benefits of a closed slow-combustion fireplace in your home in 2026 with Home Fires by your side.