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A fireplace is an enclosed space or structure designed to contain a fire for heating and cooking purposes. Fireplaces matter because they provide warmth and have been central to human homes and gathering spaces throughout history, though modern buildings often use alternative heating methods.
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- Types of fireplaces
- Accessories
- History
- Evolution of fireplace design
- Heating efficiency
- Health effects
- Wood
- Gases and ethanol
- Environmental effects
- Glossary
- See also
- References
- Further reading
- External links
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A fireplace or hearth is a structure made of brick, stone or metal designed to contain a fire. Fireplaces are used for the relaxing ambiance they create and for heating a room. Modern fireplaces vary in heat efficiency, depending on the design.