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Autumn is coming and, as the nights draw in, it's time to leave the outdoors behind and focus on interior design inspiration and cosy interiors that chime with the time of year. Think natural tones and textures and rich autumnal colours to add genuine warmth to your home this autumn - and popping your fireplace […]

Shabby chic lounges have become increasingly popular in recent years, and it’s no surprise why. The look itself can easily be achieved through the simplicity of merging modern day furniture with antique items. With its rustic designs and natural tones, shabby chic can express a home’s character - creating a cosy interior for any home. […]

When it comes to buying a fireplace there are many things to consider, from material choices and style options to fuel type and physical size. Which type of fuel should I choose? The first decision you need to make is fuel: there are three main choices gas, electric or solid Fuel. Although some fireplaces are […]

There's nothing quite like coming home to the inviting glow of a real fire but before you rush out and buy a new fireplace, it's worth checking a few things first to make sure you can have one. Firstly, you need a proper Class 1 chimney. It's pretty easy to tell as you'll have a […]

Having an adequate chimney for your fireplace plays a vital role in the success of a good burning fire. A chimney has two primary functions - first, to carry undesirable combustion, also known as smoke, out of the house and second, to provide the draft that feeds air to the fire to keep it burning. […]

On a cold day, a fire is the perfect focal point for quiet conversation, reading a good book or a little romance. In fact, when it comes right down to it, nothing quite matches the warmth and ambience of flickering flames in a fireplace. But what if your home doesn't have one? Take hearth! New […]

Fireplace Surrounds and Mantels are the decorative fasciae that fit to the wall and surround the actual fire. They come in an extensive range of styles, sizes and materials and make an attractive focal point in your room. Although they briefly fell out of favour with people removing them from period properties, they are now […]

Many people have never even heard of a fireplace rug but you can be assured that if you are going to burn either a wood burning fireplace or stove, unless you have an extended hearth, you should have a fireplace rug. Many wood-burning fireplaces have granite hearths or brick hearths that extend out in front of […]

HETAS stands for Heating Equipment and Testing Approval Scheme. Most installations of solid fuel and wood biomass appliances and systems are subject to the requirements of Building Regulations and are notifiable to the Local Authority in your area by law. HETAS registered installers can self-certificate their work thus avoiding the need for costly and time-consuming Building Notice […]

So you want a gas fire but don’t have a chimney or flue. What are your options? Well, check out the following options for a gas fire without chimney: Flueless gas fire Balanced flue gas fire Powerflue gas fire So what’s the difference and which one is best for you? Flueless Gas Fires As the […]