Buying Guides

Many of us don’t have the setup at home to have a real wood burning fire, whether that’s due to building regulations, chimney type or a variety of other factors. Some of us don’t even want a fire like that! However, thanks to the wonders of modern technology, we can now have a gas or […]

Unfortunately, it’s not always as simple as buying a new fire, installing it and then curling up in front of its nice warm glow. The style of fire you can have in your home will often be dictated by the type of chimney your home has. If you’re new to the fireplace game or you’ve […]

The Penman Collection has a rich heritage of over 65 years and they have now grown to become one of the most prestige names in the fireplace industry. Using only the finest quality premium materials from around the world, The Penman Collection fireplaces and surrounds are available exclusively in the UK in a wide range […]

Here at Direct Fireplaces, we love all fires and fireplaces dearly. Just like our children, we recognise each type’s strengths and weaknesses, but we couldn’t possibly pick a favourite. When it comes to electric fires, we’re huge fans of their versatility and the way they can allow just about anyone to have a fire in […]

The phrase ‘they don’t make them like they used to’ can be applied to many things. However, thanks to the wonderful people at Carron, that can’t be said of fireplaces and surrounds. Here at Direct Fireplaces, we’re huge fans of Carron and their absolutely beautiful traditionally designed fireplaces, surrounds and fireplace inserts that hark back […]

For many homeowners, the fireplace is the focal point of their living room. As such, when buying a new fireplace, it’s important that it fits in with your home’s style and decor. Hopefully you know whether you want a gas fire or an electric fire, but what about the style and design of the fire? […]

It’s the burning question that more and more people are asking these days - should you have a fireplace or a wood burner? Fireplaces are obviously the more traditional option, but wood burners and multi fuel stoves are becoming very popular. However, there are several things to consider before you take the plunge and decide […]

We think that electric fires sometimes get a bit of a bad press. Some of them might not have the same authenticity of a gas fire or solid fuel fire, but the fact remains that electric fireplaces are easiest and cheapest options available to people who want a fire in their home. If you’re considering […]

We deal with fires and fireplaces every day and sometimes we get carried away with the jargon and terminology. Our glossary is a list of the phrases and words that you will find on this site. We hope that this will help you understand a little more about the functions, types, styles and features of […]

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 […]