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.

  1. What Qualifications Should a Fireplace Installer Have?

    What Qualifications Should a Fireplace Installer Have?
    Whether you’ve just bought a new fireplace, or you’re making some adjustments to your current fireplace, it’s important that you make sure that the person doing the work is qualified to do so. But, what qualifications should a fireplace installer have? Read on to find out.  Picking the right installer for your fireplace Before you […]
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  2. What Is Involved in a Chimney Inspection and Chimney Sweep?

    What Is Involved in a Chimney Inspection and Chimney Sweep?
    Whether you’re having a new fireplace fitted, your flue replaced or you’re opening up a fireplace it pays to have your chimney inspected and swept. But what exactly does a chimney inspection and sweep involve? Keep reading to find out. Why do I need my chimney inspected and swept? It might not seem immediately obvious […]
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  3. Can You Make An Existing Fireplace Larger?

    Can You Make An Existing Fireplace Larger?
    The fireplace is usually the heart of a living space. The centre around which everything else revolves. It’s an important feature, which is why you should be happy with it. If you’re not happy with your current fireplace and you’ve decided you need to enlarge it, read on to find out everything you need to […]
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  4. How to Properly Measure Fireplace Dimensions

    How to Properly Measure Fireplace Dimensions
    So you’re on the lookout for a new fireplace. The options are endless. We should know, we’ve got a huge range of fireplaces here at Direct Fireplaces… But there’s an important thing to consider before you make your final decision – how to properly measure fireplace dimensions. As you can imagine, getting the dimensions of […]
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  5. Do I Need a Fireplace in My New Home?

    Do I Need a Fireplace in My New Home?
    You’ve found the beautiful new home of your dreams, but there’s one thing that’s bothering you – why is there no fireplace? Indeed, today many new build homes in the UK don’t have a chimney stack or fireplace. This might seem a little strange, since real, period fireplaces are becoming more and more sought after! […]
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  6. Deluxe Fireplace Suites Available for Pre Cast

    Deluxe Fireplace Suites Available for Pre Cast
    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 […]
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  7. How to Remove an Old Fire Surround and Fit a New One

    How to Remove an Old Fire Surround and Fit a New One
    Removing a fire surround and replacing it with a fresh new mantlepiece is one of the best ways to give your fireplace a new lease of life. But if you are here, you are probably wondering how easy it is to do – can it be a DIY job or do you need a builder? […]
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  8. Can You Put a TV Over a Fireplace?

    Can You Put a TV Over a Fireplace?
    If you are here, you probably agree with us that a fireplace is one of the best features you could place in your living room. However, they do pose a new question – where do you place your TV when your fire takes centre stage? One of the most frequently asked about ways to tackle […]
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  9. How Much Does It Cost to Put In a Fireplace?

    How Much Does It Cost to Put In a Fireplace?
    A new fireplace can be expensive and working out the final cost can sometimes be a difficult task. It involves much more than choosing the fireplace you like the look of, you need to consider the surround, hearth, carbon monoxide detector and your chimney – all before installation and labour costs are factored in. You […]
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  10. LPG Gas Fireplaces: What You Need to Know

    LPG Gas Fireplaces: What You Need to Know
    We don’t think it’s any exaggeration to say that anyone can enjoy the benefits of a gas fire - even those who don’t have a fixed gas supply. Gas fires are a lot more diverse than you might think. While electric fires are often the first choice for those struggling to meet the requirements of a […]
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