Your masonry fireplace definitely has style and charm. But when it comes to heating your home efficiently, you could clearly do better. Imagine transforming this beautiful decorative feature into a heat machine — sounds good, right? That’s exactly what a wood insert does: it takes you from a cozy ambiance to absolute comfort thanks to the heat generated by the unit, all while maintaining your home’s character. 

Why Choose a Wood Insert? 

A wood insert is like giving your fireplace a second life. Installed directly into the masonry hearth, it works just like a wood stove, with one key difference: the fan integrated into the front of the insert distributes heat evenly throughout the room. Unlike an open fireplace that lets most of the heat escape up the chimney, the insert maximizes heat retention where you need it. 

The main benefits of installing an insert: 

• Superior energy efficiency: With a wood insert, heat is efficiently redirected into the room rather than going straight up the chimney. This means you use less wood for more intense heating. It’s good for your wallet and for the planet.
• Lower heating costs: By heating more efficiently, you reduce the need to rely on other forms of heating, like electricity or gas, which can significantly lower your bills.
• Simple and clean installation: No major renovations needed— the insert fits right into your existing fireplace and installs quickly, without the hassle of big construction projects.
• Peace of mind: A wood insert guarantees you'll stay warm, even during a power outage. You and your family will remain warm and cozy, no matter the circumstances.
• Environmental impact: Using a wood insert reduces your carbon footprint. This high-efficiency appliance burns wood more cleanly, cutting down on fine particle emissions and other pollutants.  

What is secondary combustion? 

Used in high-efficiency appliances, secondary combustion optimizes the burn process for increased efficiency. By reintroducing preheated air into the combustion chamber, residual gases are ignited, producing extra heat. Not only does this increase your unit’s energy efficiency, but it also heats a larger area with less fuel and keeps the fire going longer, reducing the need to reload as often. 

If you want to learn more about the double combustion system in high-efficiency units, check out our blog post on the topic by clicking here. 

Ready to take it to the next level? 

Choosing a wood insert means choosing a more comfortable life, especially during our long winters. It’s a solution that combines efficiency, savings, and aesthetics. You don’t just heat better—you also reduce your energy consumption while maintaining the look of your fireplace. If improving your fireplace’s efficiency while enjoying optimal comfort sounds good to you, then a wood insert is definitely the solution you need to bring new life to your fireplace. Take a look at our range of high-efficiency wood inserts, proudly made in Canada and the United States: view wood inserts.