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Gas or Electric Fires: Which is Best?
When you start looking for a new fireplace, you usually hit a fork in the road immediately. Do you stick with the traditional warmth of gas, or do you switch to the modern versatility of electric? The real question isn’t simply ‘gas vs electric fire.’ It’s about which fuel type fits your lifestyle, your budget, […]
Buying Guides
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Gas or Electric Fires: Which is Best?
When you start looking for a new fireplace, you usually hit a fork in the road immediately. Do you stick with the traditional warmth of gas, or do you switch to the modern versatility of electric? The real question isn’t simply ‘gas vs electric fire.’ It’s about which fuel type fits your lifestyle, your budget, […] -
Everything You Need To Know About Gas Fires
Gas fires remain a staple in UK homes for a reason; they offer the perfect balance of instant, powerful heat and the authentic ambience of real flames. While electric heating technology has advanced, gas remains a highly economical way to heat a living space, often costing significantly less per kilowatt-hour than electricity. But for many […] -
What Types of Fires Can You Use in a Media Wall?
A modern media wall looks incredible – but only certain fire types are safe, practical, and regulation-friendly for this setup. This guide breaks down every fire option compatible with a media wall, how to choose the right one for your home, and the key installation factors. What is a Media Wall & Why Fire Choice […]
Industry Regulations
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What Does the April 2025 Energy Price Cap Mean for Gas Fire Running Costs?
With the latest energy price cap hikes scheduled for April 2025, UK households relying on gas fires for heating are rightfully concerned about rapidly escalating operating costs. The April 2025 energy price cap is set to increase the per kWh rate for direct debit gas customers by 6.99%, up 15% from January's level. This, coupled […] -
What You Need to Know About Maintaining & Servicing a Gas Fireplace
Whether you’ve got a new gas fireplace or one that’s been providing faithful service for year after year, it’s important that you not only get it serviced on a regular basis, but that you maintain and clean it too. Keep reading and the Direct Fireplaces team will tell you what you need to know about […] -
How to Dispose of or Recycle an Old Fireplace
You’ve just bought a shiny new fireplace for your home. Great! But, what do you do with your old one? Whether you’re completely dismantling an entire fireplace surround, or simply getting rid of an old fire appliance or insert, it’s important you do it the right way. So, if you want to know how to […]
Installation & Safety
Looking for expert information on how to fit a fireplace at home? You’ve come to the right place. Here at Direct Fireplaces we have a wealth of fireplace installation articles jam-packed with tips and advice to help you do a professional and safe job.
Whether you need to know how to install a gas or electric fire, or you want advice on choosing the right fireplace installer, we have plenty of essential insight thanks to our many years in the industry - and we’re adding to it all the time, so keep checking back regularly for more fireplace installation advice so you can fit a fire at home with minimum effort.
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What Types of Fires Can You Use in a Media Wall?
A modern media wall looks incredible – but only certain fire types are safe, practical, and regulation-friendly for this setup. This guide breaks down every fire option compatible with a media wall, how to choose the right one for your home, and the key installation factors. What is a Media Wall & Why Fire Choice […] -
Should You Remove Your Chimney Breast?
The chimney breast, that familiar brick projection in the rooms of many older homes, is often at the centre of a significant renovation debate. For decades, it was the heart of the house, but as central heating became the norm, many have been left dormant. Today, homeowners are increasingly asking: Should you remove your chimney […] -
Step by Step Guide to Building a Media Wall With a Fireplace
Media walls have cemented their place as the hottest trend in modern living room design, and it’s easy to see why. More than just a place to mount your TV, a media wall with a fireplace is a sophisticated, all-in-one feature that combines stunning aesthetics, clever storage, and the cosy ambience of a fire. It’s […]
Design Tips
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Should You Remove Your Chimney Breast?
The chimney breast, that familiar brick projection in the rooms of many older homes, is often at the centre of a significant renovation debate. For decades, it was the heart of the house, but as central heating became the norm, many have been left dormant. Today, homeowners are increasingly asking: Should you remove your chimney […] -
Fireplace Wall Colour Ideas: Shades That Make Your Electric Fire Pop
An electric fire is so much more than a source of heat; it’s the flickering heart of the home, a focal point that brings a room together. Today’s electric fires are as much about creating ambience as they are about providing warmth, and the wall colour you choose to frame it with can completely transform […] -
Media Wall Layout Ideas for Living Rooms: Design Inspiration for Every Space
The living room focal point has evolved. Where a traditional fireplace or simple TV stand once stood alone, a new, all-encompassing feature has risen in popularity: the media wall. Far more than just a place to mount your television, a media wall integrates your electric fire, entertainment systems, and storage into a cohesive, stunning design […]