Have you ever wondered why the glass on your fireplace gets dirty?

Even though its appearance doesn’t affect how it works, it can certainly be an eyesore and even make it harder to see the fire. Below, we explain the reasons why your fireplace glass might accumulate dirt and how to prevent it.

If the glass on your fireplace gets dirtier than usual, it’s most likely due to one of the following:

Damp firewood: If the firewood you use contains moisture, the water that evaporates when burned will produce a lot of smoke, which sticks to the glass and blackens it. Ideally, firewood should be stored in a covered and well-ventilated place so it can dry out and stay protected from rain or humidity.

Green wood: This refers to wood that contains a lot of resin or has been recently cut. The sap or resin contributes to the blackening of the glass.

Poor or insufficient draft: If your fireplace doesn’t have proper draft, the combustion of the wood won’t be optimal, and smoke will be evacuated very slowly. That’s why it’s important to trust specialists for the installation to ensure proper draft, as well as regular maintenance and chimney sweeping.

Incorrect fireplace lighting: If you light the fireplace and immediately close the door or the air regulators, you’ll be cutting off the oxygen necessary for combustion. The excess smoke that results will end up staining the glass.

The fireplace doesn’t have a clean glass system: The clean glass system is a technology that creates a screen of hot air between the glass and the fire. This prevents the smoke from coming into direct contact with the glass, keeping it clean. Carbel fireplaces, for example, feature this system to enhance your enjoyment of the fire.

If you take these factors into account and clean the glass of your fireplace from time to time, it will maintain its appearance so you can enjoy the fire in your home without any issues.