Water Vapor Fireplaces

• Can the AFIREWATER Origin version be set up for direct plumb?

  Unfortunately, the current version of the AFIREWATER is not set up for direct plumb. If you want to connect the cassette to the waterline, please purchase the Premium Version.

• Can we add fragrance or essential oils to the water in the cassette, to scent the air from the water vapor?

  It is not recommended to add any fragrance scent to the water as it may cause damage to the burner. Normal tap water can be used in the Opti-myst® as long as the tap water is not considered to be hard water. In the event your tap water is hard, you may use softened water or distilled water with ⅛...

• Can we install this in an open space without glass or firebox?

  Water vapor cassettes (Opti-myst and Afirewater) can be completely open, no glass walls required.

• Dimplex Opti-Myst ventilation?

  Dimplex Opti-Myst Pro water vapor cassettes don't need a chimney or a vent because they don't produce any dangerous emissions. However, you will still need the fresh air venting, regardless if you are installing the cassette completely out in the open or if you completely enclose it with glass. T...

• Do these fireplaces add significant humidity inside the home?

  No. Heat causes humidity to rise and the mist of these fireplaces do not emit heat. To ensure you don’t get condensation on a Dimplex water vapor cassette if you are enclosing the cassette with glass, you may want to leave just a little open space to ensure the fresh air venting is completely on ...

• Do these water-vapor fireplaces come with logs?

  There are special logs designed specifically for the Dimplex Opti-Myst cassettes that you can purchase as an additional accessory. For the aFirewater models, however, there are no special logs that are made for this brand (like there are for Opti-Myst for example) so, you might have to improvise ...

• Do Water Vapor Fireplaces emit heat?

  Though water vapor fireplaces look realistic, you can actually reach out and touch the flames, as they are cold to the touch. However, Modern Blaze does offer water vapor fireplaces that come with a heat receptacle, to get the clean emission-free flame with the benefit of warmth, like the popular...

• Do water vapor fireplaces make a crackling sound.

  The Dimplex Opti-Myst cassettes have the crackling sound. aFirewater models don't.

• Do you have water vapor inserts that are WIFI ready/configured for Home Automation?

  Yes. AFireWater Premium Smart Vapor Fireplace Cassette with Multicolor 3D Flames are WIFI Enabled. Easily adjust flame color, height, and speed using the remote, mobile device, or smart home applications.

• How often do I need to refill water tank of a water vapor fireplace?

  Dimplex Opti-Myst Pro Water Vapor Fireplaces will last up to 8 hours until the next refill if you choose to refill them manually. Another option is to connect them to a water source using a plumb kit (sold separately). aFireWater Premium Water Vapor Fireplaces last up to 20 hours per refill and ...

• How often do we need to clean the cassettes?

  It is recommended that the top cover assembly, sump, and transducer are cleaned with soap and water on a biweekly basis. The water filter should be rinsed out on a regular basis to remove any collected particles. The air filters can be removed and gently rinsed with water to clean and dried on a ...

• What is heater efficiency on Dimplex Opti-Myst electric fireboxes?

  The Heater on Dimplex Opt-Myst electric fireboxes is 1000 watts 120 volts and is good for supplement heating up to 400 sq. feet The heater works independently from the Opti-Myst cassette so it's efficiency is not affected by the water vapor productsion. Electric fan-forced heaters are 100% effi...

• What is the flame height/ how tall can the flames go?

  Flame height is also relative to air circulation but it can go somewhere around 3 -6 inches.

• Where can I see water vapor fireplaces in person?

  You can find our water vapor fireplaces in many restaurants and hotels around the world as well as at our partner showrooms: Dimplex Opti-Myst Water Vapor Fireplaces: EA Homedesign, 23225 Milltown Knoll Sq #117, Ashburn, VA, 20148 Call for appointments: 571-353-1886 You can also watch the ma...

• Will aFireWater Water Vapor Fireplace cause condensation?

  No, the vapor of aFireWater fireplaces is not steam and will not condense on objects, walls or windows.