FAQ - Electric Fires

The main electric fire brands are British Fires, Dru Fires, Ezee Glow Fires, Evonic Fires, Solution Fires.

• Wall-Mounted – Sleek, space-saving with adjustable heat and flames.
• Inset – Installed in walls for a traditional, flush look.
• Freestanding – No installation needed, easy to move, including traditional stoves.
• Electric Fire Suites – All-in-one units with fireplace and surround.
• Electric Stoves – Mimic traditional stoves with realistic flames and heat.
• Traditional Electric Fires – Classic hearth-mounted with surrounds and mantels.
• Media Wall 3D/LED – Advanced LED technology for customizable, realistic flames.

Yes, electric stoves are designed to mimic traditional stoves with realistic flames and heat.

This depends on many factors including requirements, style, flame effect, and budget. We find the ‘best’ electric fire tends to be the most realistic flame effect. These tend to be British Fires, Dru Fires, Ezee Glow Fires, Evonic Fires, Solution Fires.

An inset electric fire is generally designed to be installed into a standard fireplace opening, creating a flush and seamless finish with the surface, offering a more traditional or integrated look. They often come with a realistic flame effect and heating capabilities.

Yes, most electric fires have a variety of flame effects and flame colour options.

A Media Wall Electric Fire is a modern, integrated electric fireplace designed to be part of a larger media wall or feature wall, often used in living rooms or entertainment spaces. These fires are typically built into the wall alongside other media elements like TVs, shelving, or sound systems.

The electric fire is usually positioned below or above the TV, creating a sleek and stylish focal point in the room. Media wall fires often feature customizable flame effects, remote control operation, and heating functions. They are designed to provide both warmth and ambiance, while complementing the media setup in the room, offering a contemporary aesthetic without the need for traditional chimney installations.

Media Wall electric fires are mostly larger in size and come in various widths including; 500mm / 600mm / 800mm / 1000mm / 1200mm / 1250mm /1500mm / 1600mm / 1800mm / 1900mm / 2400mm.

Yes, many Media Wall style fires have an option of using the fire as a 1,2,3 sided option.

Yes, most electric fires provide heat between 1-2kw output.

Running costs are generally low and depend on the cost per kw of electric. An example;

• 4 Hours Flame only – 3p
• 4 Hours Heater - £1.05p

LED light provides 1000’s of hours running.

No. You just need to connect your electric stove or fire to the mains via the power socket.

No, the internals of the fire can be accessed by removing the front glass panel.

Yes, you can build the Media Wall from timber studding, metal studding and/or concrete.

No, just a standard socket is required for your new electric fire.

Some of the fires require a small gap above the fire. Please refer to the manufacturer and model guidelines.

No there should be no build up of heat within the new Media Brace Wall.

Glass can be removed from the front of the fire by removing the screws and small brackets.

Yes, the all of the Media Wall fires have a remote.

Most of the Media Wall fires can be controlled by downloading the App.

Yes, most Media Wall fires can be connected to Alexa and Google Smart Home.

Yes, all electric fires have a Warranty that is dependent on each brand. Extended Warranties normally require customer to register the product with the manufacturer.

Yes, you can gain access to the internal parts of the fire by removing the front glass panel.