Top Tips on Electric Fires
Thinking of buying an electric fire? If you want to know more about the way in which they work and what to look out for when making a purchase then read our top tips on electric fires, fireplaces and electric fire suites.
There's no doubt that many people enjoy having a fire.
Many of my friends have recently installed wood burning stoves and new electric fires in their homes.
They seem to increasingly be seen as much more than a simple source of heating.
They are also being used to make something of a fashion statement.
A fire can make a real statement in any room and they work particularly well in living rooms or other areas of the home where guests will be regularly entertained.
So what are the advantages and disadvantages of an electric fire? Many people would suggest that solid fuel stoves and gas fires are better because the heat that they produce is not as dry as you find with electric alternatives.
While this may be true, people often use electric fires because they do have clear advantages.
Perhaps most obviously, they don't rely on a regular supply of gas or the existence of a chimney.
This means that they can be more flexible, making them available to people in houses and flats of all ages.
This is the first top tip when it comes to electric fires - remember that many new designs can be placed almost anywhere.
Equally, bear in mind that the best electric fire suites will have controls that allow you to alter the temperature in the room - this is very useful and gives a distinct advantage when compared to solid fuel burners.
Do consider that this is by no means standard though.
Check that any electric fire that you purchase has this ability.
Also think about exactly where you want to place it in the particular room of your house.
Make sure that you have the appropriate amount of space available for the fire that you are about to buy.
Don't make the mistake of guessing or leaving things to chance - that's a certain way to cause yourself problems.
So when it comes to electric fires, you should think about the flexibility that they offer but also ensure that you know how much space is available.
Look out for models that allow you to easily control the heat output - these will be more efficient and allow for a more comfortable temperature.
By following these tips, you should be able to buy a top quality fire to suit your needs.
There's no doubt that many people enjoy having a fire.
Many of my friends have recently installed wood burning stoves and new electric fires in their homes.
They seem to increasingly be seen as much more than a simple source of heating.
They are also being used to make something of a fashion statement.
A fire can make a real statement in any room and they work particularly well in living rooms or other areas of the home where guests will be regularly entertained.
So what are the advantages and disadvantages of an electric fire? Many people would suggest that solid fuel stoves and gas fires are better because the heat that they produce is not as dry as you find with electric alternatives.
While this may be true, people often use electric fires because they do have clear advantages.
Perhaps most obviously, they don't rely on a regular supply of gas or the existence of a chimney.
This means that they can be more flexible, making them available to people in houses and flats of all ages.
This is the first top tip when it comes to electric fires - remember that many new designs can be placed almost anywhere.
Equally, bear in mind that the best electric fire suites will have controls that allow you to alter the temperature in the room - this is very useful and gives a distinct advantage when compared to solid fuel burners.
Do consider that this is by no means standard though.
Check that any electric fire that you purchase has this ability.
Also think about exactly where you want to place it in the particular room of your house.
Make sure that you have the appropriate amount of space available for the fire that you are about to buy.
Don't make the mistake of guessing or leaving things to chance - that's a certain way to cause yourself problems.
So when it comes to electric fires, you should think about the flexibility that they offer but also ensure that you know how much space is available.
Look out for models that allow you to easily control the heat output - these will be more efficient and allow for a more comfortable temperature.
By following these tips, you should be able to buy a top quality fire to suit your needs.
