Buying Guides

Are you looking for a contemporary, stylish, yet affordable fire for your home? Then you’d be hard pushed to do better than a Katell fire. This relatively young brand has become one of the UK’s fastest growing fireplace companies. The Direct Fireplaces team finds out why… About Katell fires Established in 2001, Katell is a […]

Are you a landlord looking to buy some new fireplaces for your rental properties? Are you looking for fireplaces that offer a combination of great value and energy efficiency? Then keep reading and the Direct Fireplaces team will tell you what the best fireplaces for rental properties are… The best electric fireplaces for rental properties […]

Are you watching autumn and winter approach and thinking about buying a new gas or electric fire for your home? Then you can’t go wrong with a Gazco fire. For nearly 35 years, Gazco fires have been a mainstay of home heating in the UK. Find out why they’re so popular in this special brand […]

The Direct Fireplaces YouTube account is live and roaring away. On it, we feature a whole load of content that gets you closer to the products we sell, the manufacturers we work with and our Direct Fireplaces showrooms. Some of our most recent uploads include our visit to OER with plenty of Fireplace Flame effects […]

Are you thinking of buying a new fireplace? Contrary to what many people think, the summer is one of the best times to buy a new fireplace for your home. Here are seven reasons why… 1. The weather It may seem counterintuitive, but the good weather during summer makes it the perfect time to buy […]

If you’re looking for the best gas fireplaces that Great Britain offers, you’ve certainly come to the right place as here at Direct Fireplaces, we stock a wide range of leading fireplace brands that lovingly design and manufacture their fireplaces here in the UK.  Whether you are casually browsing or actively searching for a new […]

If you're looking for a fireplace that doesn't give off heat but still offers the aesthetic of a warm and cosy fireplace, then a heatless electric fireplace may be the best choice for you. To help you with your research, we have created this guide to help you choose the perfect heatless electric fireplace to […]

A media wall fireplace enables you to create a functional and ambient centrepiece to enhance your living space. Whether you’re updating your home, putting your personal stamp on a new home, or curious to find out if a media wall with a fireplace is the right choice for you, it often all comes down to […]

Do you want to create a fireplace that harkens back to the Victorian or Edwardian eras? Then you can’t really do better than installing a cast iron combination fireplace. These fireplaces are not only stylish, but they’re highly practical too. If you’re interested in buying one for your home, then keep reading and the Direct […]

Do you like all things cutting-edge and modern? In that case, the next time you’re looking for a new fireplace, we’re willing to guess that you’ll want one that not only boasts contemporary styling, but also features all of the latest fireplace tech. Keep reading and we’ll give you the lowdown on the most modern […]