Can anyone tell me, if this is used in a firepot, does it give a high flame and crackle as the old gel type did?
1066660
This product is for a Firepot. It does have a low flame and will crackle some. I thought it burned too quickly. Expensive for what you get and how long it last.
1725826
I have a gas range, so I can only tell you that it heats unevenly on that surface. It is so large that I tried lighting the front and back burners simultaneously to see if the problem would disappear with more heat sources. It did not. It performed well in the oven and we enjoyed it tremendously over an open camp fire.
563360
I used it on a gas stove and it did not work to well. The heat was not diffused as advertised and my raging base cracked.
354727
! I can't think what kind of burners you are talking about, but no, I can't imagine it being flamable, tho I just use it on my wood stove when the fire is out. I was a little disappointed in it tho, as I was visualizing a polish I could buff to a shine, but it is a dull polish that does cover any rust.
1247392
It works very well in a fire pot. I just wish it came in a citronella version, as some of the canned fuel gels do.
1121280
I found the sound of the flame effect very soothing...it is similar to white noise, but it is not loud. This is heard when using the flame effect only and not the heat feature.
799990
I haven't used it on really high heat yet. Done a crawlfish boil in it and it was great. Make soups and sauce and it is wonderful. Would buy one again
748954
I tried it several times on printed illustrations and I never got a "crackle". There is an acrylic crackle paste medium--either Golden or Liquitex-- that is probably a better product. I couldn't use it because I work on paper and it requires a support of wood or canvas. It is made for acrylic paint.
2215821
Absolutely. That is what is good about it for camping. You use what you need, replace the lid and it seals and keeps the gel good for the next use. The lid also "sniffs" out the flame.
506631
I loved mine at first but after a few uses it caught on fire...while I was in it. Luckily I was just finishing up my session and notice the burning as I was getting out. It was a small burn but could have been much worse. I returned it. The company was a nightmare!! Sorry I can't give any positive feedback.
2050398
It doesn't have to be on LOW low heat, but just not so high the flames spill over the coils. Depending on your burner output, this could be medium or even medium-high, but never HIGH.
2194213
We don't use it in an I closed space and have never had it on high but if it's not near anything I don't see a problem. We just love it.the heat is directed downwards and there's no flame to worry about. Hope this has been helpful.
537500
Pretty loud...just like my old one. I got it mainly for the 'not so hot' HIGH heat. It's good in this area. I just turned it on so I could give you a good answer...it's loud. I'm still looking for one that is less forceful and less loud. The low heat is not loud at all and does a good job. With my thin hair I don't have to use the high heat very long before turning it to low heat. I do like this unit better than my old one...the regular high voltage one. Hope this helps.
1395623
Yes, as long as you use the Real Flame (or an equivalent brand) of ventless gel fuel. The comment about carbon monoxide poisoning is incorrect. This fuel is perfectly safe indoors and does not produce carbon monoxide. I had an indoor gel fuel fireplace for years -- not a logset in a real fireplace but a totally standalone faux fireplace. Since I am typing this I am obviously still alive! You do get some heat from it but not much. It's more for ambience than heating.
2050395
I have used it on high on a 15000 btu burner when I am in a huge hurry and have had no problem with it in 18 years, and on the 12000 btu burner it is always on the highest heat. The cover of copper on the bottom of the coil will last longer if you do not try to melt it with blow torch like heat/flames.But, that said, I have put it on the highest heat and it is still working away wonderfully in daily use.
1828178
I've used an older set directly over the fire for several years. It will warp and discolor but will work fine. Really, it's a cheap mess kit, you're not going to cry if it gets ruined.
1898359
I used it in a wax melt warmer, but dont add water to make it last longer. it starts to snap, crackle and pop