Fireplace and carbon monoxide

When the fireplace is burning, the risk of too much CO forming is extremely low because CO forms in higher amounts when there is too little oxygen. When the fire is burning, there is enough oxygen.

Yes and no, so it is true that with a "proper" fireplace fire the combustion will primarily proceed fully to CO2. But a part of CO will certainly always be produced when burning wood.

In my opinion, the real danger does not lie in the type of combustion (complete/incomplete) but in the insufficient removal of the smoke gases. If the chimney is clogged, throttle valves are not operated correctly, or ventilation/exhaust systems are not properly combined with the fireplace, smoke gases can enter the living space. Then it becomes dangerous (even with apparently complete combustion).

Regarding the installation of the CO detector, my assumption was that the fireplace is only in operation when the residents are in its immediate vicinity (on the tiger skin in front of it). Therefore, I do not see the need for a CO detector at a greater distance from the fireplace. But this certainly has to be decided individually.

With proper handling of the fireplace (which also includes regular maintenance), I do not see any danger from CO anyway.

Personally, as a neighbor of fireplace owners, only the fine dust and the typical smell annoy me ;-).

Two acquaintances have already told us that it has happened more than once that fog clouds have formed on the floor through the stove. The outside air pressure has pushed the exhaust gases into the interior. But ultimately it is probably due to misuse of the stove. But one does not live alone and especially the children do not always know well; they just want to know where the control is so that the flame gets bigger = warmer.

It can always happen that one becomes lazy, falls asleep, or that the window was closed again...

With indoor fireplaces, I would therefore always install appropriate warning devices. Costs nothing, doesn't bother. Why discuss it any further?

My two have just been installed or at least activated and placed. Of course, I also thought of my parents: they get one as a gift :)

Regards, Yvonne

Since the parts are not very expensive, I would simply install one as well. Better safe than sorry, and the 50 euros is worth it.

Kidde has one for €35 with a sensor that is supposed to last 10 years!

Hello

just saw the thread.
After extensive research and some experience through a professional, I got the Abus.
Installation: in the living room (where the tiled stove is) at a height of 170cm and 180cm away from the stove. The thing is quite loud and is supposed to measure precisely. After 7 years, it says by itself that it is broken. Costs between 50 and 60 euros.

Steven