Wood-Burning Fireplace
Moderate burden — Wood-Burning Fireplace adds a moderate, reducible exposure.
Open indoor wood fires.
The breakdown
Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)
Evidence strength: strong · Detox Score = 100 − hazard×4.6 − exposure×3.4 − persistence×2.6, clamped 1–100.
What this means for you
A Detox Score of 58 places wood-burning fireplace in the Moderate band. Wood smoke is a major source of indoor PM2.5, linked to respiratory and cardiovascular harm. If you burn, use a sealed, well-drawing stove.
Frequently asked questions
Is wood-burning fireplace a toxic exposure?
Wood-Burning Fireplace has a Detox Score of 58 out of 100 (Moderate burden), which means it adds a moderate, reducible exposure. Wood smoke is a major source of indoor PM2.5, linked to respiratory and cardiovascular harm. If you burn, use a sealed, well-drawing stove.
What is a safer alternative to wood-burning fireplace?
A lower-exposure swap for wood-burning fireplace is: A sealed stove, or cleaner heating. Wood smoke is a major source of indoor PM2.5, linked to respiratory and cardiovascular harm. If you burn, use a sealed, well-drawing stove.