Burning coal in an open fireplace can be a messy business. There is the smoke, ash and soot to deal with, all for the pleasure of sitting back to enjoy the cosy flicker of flames! However, this needn’t be the case! With coal effect electric fires and gas fires, you can warm up around the […]

These days, the eco footprint of our choices is growing in importance. So, when it comes to heating your home, you may be wondering what the most environmentally friendly fireplace is. Read on to find more about the energy efficiency and eco impact of open fires, gas fires and electric fires below… Are Fireplaces Bad […]

After going through an unfortunate period of being covered up behind plaster and boarding panels, traditional fireplaces are finally reclaiming their places in living rooms! Whether you are rediscovering the potential of your existing fireplace, or are trying to create the period fireplace you’ve always dreamed of from scratch, there is an array of options […]

Fireplaces can be tricky in apartments. While some period buildings may have been converted into apartments with their original fireplaces still intact, modern day living often doesn’t allow them to work as planned! For example, if your chimney needs repair works, this can sometimes impede on your neighbours. Changes to apartment interiors could also affect […]

Gas fires without chimneys are probably one of the most commonly asked about fireplaces. If you don’t have an existing chimney, there are still great options available for you to enjoy a fireplace, such as balanced flue gas fires or electric fires. However, each of these have their pros and cons. Balanced flue gas fires […]

Every fireplace needs a proper clean every now and then. Not only does this keep it looking good, but also ensures everything is kept in proper working order. When it comes to cleaning your fireplace, the type of fire and material you have will decide how best to go about it. If you have a […]

If you don’t already know, wall mounted fires are exactly what they sound like. They are fires which sit on a bracket mounted to your wall. They are slightly different to inset or hole in the wall fires as they don’t sit flush against the wall in a recess. Instead, they will protrude out slightly […]

We know that open fires have their appeal. Cosying up around crackling flames on a cold day doesn’t get much better. However, not all of us have the time – or money – to give them everything they need. If your open fireplace is becoming more of a chore than a delight, it may be […]

Fireplaces have had a place in the centre of our homes since we first moved our lives indoors. So, we think it’s safe to say that they have withstood the test of time! Nevertheless, some people still ask the question, are fireplaces out of style? Our answer is, of course, no! There are plenty of […]

While modern properties have come a long way in keeping warm during the last few decades, one thing that they do often lack is a chimney. Whether in the name of being environmentally-friendly, or to keep house prices more affordable, chimneys have been given the chop in many new builds. However, the desirability for a […]