A bioethanol fireplace is easy to use, but sometimes the flame can suddenly go out. This often raises the question: what causes this, and is it normal? The short answer is: yes, this can happen and is usually easy to explain. In this blog, we explain the most common causes and what you can do about them.

Most common causes

When a bioethanol fireplace goes out, there is almost always a logical reason for it. In most cases, it has to do with the fuel or the environment.

The most common causes are:

• the fuel is (almost) empty
• the flame is set too low
• there is too little oxygen in the room
• drafts or wind affect the flame

By recognizing these factors, you can quickly solve the problem.

Is it related to bioethanol?

Yes, in some cases, the quality of the bioethanol plays a role. Lower quality fuel can burn less stably, causing the flame to go out sooner.

Therefore, pay attention to:

• using good quality bioethanol
• avoiding diluted or unknown variants
• ensuring a clean burner

This contributes to a stable and consistent flame.

Influence of ventilation

A bioethanol fireplace uses oxygen from the room. If there is insufficient ventilation, the flame can go out.

In practice, you can easily prevent this by:

• cracking a window open
• not using the fireplace in a completely enclosed space

This ensures sufficient air circulation and stable combustion.

Does the flame setting play a role?

Yes, the height of the flame directly affects its stability. When the flame is set too low, it can become less stable and eventually go out.

A slightly higher flame often provides:

• more stable combustion
• a more even flame
• less chance of going out

What can you do if the fireplace goes out?

If your fireplace goes out, you can usually solve it easily.

Check the following:

• is there still enough fuel?
• is the flame not set too low?
• is there sufficient ventilation in the room?
• is there no draft affecting the flame?

In most cases, you can then relight the fireplace without any problems.

When should you be careful?

If the fireplace repeatedly goes out without a clear reason? Then it is good to pay extra attention to its use.

Pay particular attention to:

• the quality of the bioethanol
• the condition of the burner
• the conditions in the room

If the problem persists, it may be wise to have the fireplace checked.

Conclusion

When a bioethanol fireplace goes out, it is usually due to external factors such as fuel, ventilation, or flame setting. In most cases, this is easy to remedy.

With the right conditions and quality bioethanol, the flame remains stable, and you can enjoy your fireplace without worries.