The Essential Bioethanol Fireplace Accessories to Complete Your Setup

Considering a bioethanol fireplace but not sure which accessories to buy? Because bioethanol fireplaces are so easy to use and maintain, the list is refreshingly short – but there are a few essential accessories you’ll need to pick up, plus a few decorative extras to give your fire that authentic fireplace look. 

Here’s a complete breakdown of the bioethanol fire accessories, including which are essential and which are purely decorative, to help you get the most from your setup.

Bioethanol fuel

Bioethanol fuel is essential for operating your fireplace. Simply pour the fuel into your fuel box and light, and you’ll immediately be met with real, dancing flames. Bioethanol fuel is renewable and completely smokeless, emitting only water vapour and a small amount of carbon dioxide (similar amount to lighting a couple of tealights) while burning. 

At imaginfires, we stock our own brand of 96%+ high-purity bioethanol fuel to help keep your fireplace performing at its best. We offer a low odour 12-pack for everyday use, as well as various scented options including vanilla, forest, and our popular Christmas fragrance.

Fireplace closing tool

Every bioethanol fireplace needs a closing tool to shut the fuel box and extinguish the flames. This essential safety feature is supplied with your bioethanol fire as standard to help you control the live flames.

Read our FAQ on extinguishing the flames on a biofire for more information.

Bioethanol ceramic logs and fireplace pebbles

Ceramic logs and pebbles are two popular decorative features that are designed to enhance the aesthetics of your biofire. Ceramic logs are ideal for recreating that traditional log burner look, while pebbles are more contemporary and stylish. 

We offer a range of bioethanol ceramic log sets, including a small set of three logs, a large set of mixed logs and pine cones, and a silver birch set of four Scandi-style pale logs. We also have black and white pebbles to choose from (we recommend choosing the same colour as your fireplace for a seamless look).

Quick safety note: Some of our fireplaces include real logs in the illustrations. However, these are for aesthetic purposes and should only be placed in the log storage section of the fireplace. Real logs must not be used in the actual fireplace.

Decorative ‘false’ flues

Decorative flue pipes help to create that classic woodburner stove silhouette, adding height, balance, and authenticity to your fireplace. They don’t have any functional properties (i.e. they won’t draw the heat upwards) and are designed for aesthetic purposes only. 

We supply black and white flue pipes in both small and large sizes that attach securely to your wall using integrated magnets. The top section of the flue can be extended by up to 10cm and it can also be cut to size to suit your setup. 

Fireguards

Fireguards can be used on all types of fireplaces, including bioethanol fires. They create a clear barrier around the fireplace, helping to keep young children and pets away from the flames.

Quick safety note: All parts of a bioethanol fireplace become hot during use, including the external surfaces. Keep any flammable items, children, and pets away from the flames, and don’t allow them to touch any part of the fireplace until it has cooled.

Fire extinguishers or fire blankets

Fire extinguishers and/or blankets are a sensible addition if you have real flames in your home. Make sure you choose a CO2 or dry powder extinguisher, as water isn’t suitable for putting out bioethanol, and keep it close to your fireplace so it’s within easy reach if any split fuel ever catches light.

At imaginfires, all our fireplaces come with a patented ‘no-spill’ fuel box to prevent any fuel from spilling, even if knocked. This makes this scenario extremely unlikely, but it’s always good to have a fire extinguisher to hand just in case.

Long-reach lighters and heat-resistant gloves

These accessories make lighting your fireplace safer and more comfortable. A long-reach lighter helps to keep your hand at a safe distance from the fuel box while lighting, while heat-resistant gloves add an extra layer of protection when you’re closing the fuel box shutter.

Quick safety note: Always light the fuel at arm’s length (there should be a minimum of 140mm from the handle to the flame) and only ever light from the side. If you hear a “puff” sound and there is no visible flame, don’t relight or add more fuel for at least 30 minutes.

When you buy an imaginfires fireplace, you’ll get 10% off all fuel and accessories in the same order (automatically applied at checkout). That way, you can complete your setup and enjoy your finished fireplace from the day it arrives.