Buying Guides

While manually controlled fires served us excellently for many, many years – it now seems so old fashioned to function fires in this way. In the age of smart technology, even their remote control counterparts seem slightly outdated. Constantly developing fireplace technology means that more power, and convenience, is being put into the hands of […]

Smartphones, smart TVs, even smart fridges. Yes, it seems like everything is turning ‘smart’ these days and now fireplaces are getting in on the act too! If you’ve ever wondered if you can control your fireplace using a smartphone, you’ll find the answer below. Keep reading to find out more about smartphone-controlled fireplaces.  Smart Fireplace […]

Olde England Reproductions aka OER have been designing and manufacturing fireplaces for over 30 years and have over 18 years of awards for their designs and service. It’s hardly a surprise then that their latest range of electric fireplace suites, plus their new “Flametek” collection, have both caught our eye as they landed on the […]

The world of electric fireplaces is an ever-changing one. Interior design styles and and trends are constantly being modernised, and therefore so are the fireplaces that give light and warmth to our living spaces. That being the case, here at Direct Fireplaces we want to keep our fingers on the pulse and have created two […]

If you’ve just had a new solid-fuel burning fireplace installed, or you’ve just moved into a property that features an open fireplace, then you may be wondering what accessories you need. Sure, you’ll need a fuel such as wood, but what else is required? Read on to find out what accessories are essential for your […]

There are many reasons why you might want to add a new fireplace to your home. Perhaps you’re upgrading an older fireplace. Maybe you’re completely refreshing your interior design. But, what if you want to increase the value of your home? Can installing a new fireplace boost the value of your home? Read on to […]

It is always extremely exciting when a new model of fireplace comes along and lands on the Direct Fireplaces website. It's especially exciting when we see an entire range that really wows us. In this introduction to PRYZM, a brand new fireplace collection from Elgin & Hall, you can envisage a total transformation of your […]

There is a common misconception we often hear at Direct Fireplaces that electric fires don’t produce enough heat. Of course, this isn’t true! Electric fires are not just for show - they also produce plenty of heat that can keep your room perfectly warm and cosy. They just do it in a different way to […]

Fashions and fads come and go, but there will always be fans of retro and vintage themes in the home. Perhaps, like us, you've been hooked on the 60s styling of Netflix smash "The Queen's Gambit", and took great inspiration from the vintage living space inhabited by lead character Beth Harmon. Maybe you're in the […]

During the latter part of the 1970s and into the early to mid 1980s, building regulations meant for a rather narrow flue opening space. This has somewhat limited households in terms of the size and style of gas fire they can fit into their houses in recent times, having to opt for a slimline model […]