The method of using wood for heating homes and offices is almost as old as dirt.

It was during the Victorian era, however, when fireplaces started gaining popularity. During that time, people felt that in addition to the production of heat, fireplaces added a touch of class, providing homes a cozy, quaint environment. Over the years, as the style of housing changed, so did the style of fireplaces along with the technology. Fireplaces became more sophisticated, providing sand casting techniques, thus providing an opportunity for manufacturers to create even better designs.

Even with all the changes and advancements, the basic fireplace technology remains the same, consisting of two elements - the surround and the insert. The surround portions of the fireplace are the mantle and sides, and are usually constructed of wood, marble, granite, and sometimes iron. The insert is the portion of the fireplace where the fire is burned. This part is constructed of cast iron and often decorated with gorgeous tile of various color or design.

Demeter has captured a small part of this tradition, with the wonderful, cozy comforting scent of the fireplace on a cold winter’s eve. It smells exactly like your sweater after sitting for hours in front of a wood fire.