If you are thinking about adding a new fireplace or switching out an older model, you might be thinking about a new source of heat. There is a lot of information out there to sort through regarding the environment, what is allowed, what isn’t allowed, and “what is best”.

The truth is that every person and situation is different. Here are the basic pros and cons of each type of fireplace.

–Wood stove heat is a great option for those who enjoy the traditional ambiance and warmth of a wood fire. Wood is a renewable energy source and today’s wood stoves function as some of the cleanest energy available. In fact, you may be available to receive up to 30% back when filing taxes if you install a high efficiency stove in 2023. In Colorado, you might also be able to receive a grant through a wood stove change out program.

–Pellet stoves also burn wood but without the pain of chopping and storing wood. You can buy bundles of wood pellets and leave it running all night. Wood pellets are also great to use in your smoker or grill if applicable. The drawback is that they require more maintenance than a wood stove and also require power.

–Natural gas or Propane is another convenient and reliable option. It burns cleaner than other fossil fuels like oil or coal. It’s what fuels most government trucks and busses. It is typically less expensive than electric heating, although the cost can vary depending on location and availability. Natural gas is also very useful in the event of a power outage.

–Electric heating is another popular option, especially in areas with low electricity rates or abundant renewable energy sources. Electric heaters are easy to install and require little maintenance. However, they can be less efficient than other heating options and may not be practical in colder areas.

If you have any questions regarding which type of heat is best for you or ways to retrofit existing outdated and inefficient fireplaces, please feel free to come by one of our showrooms to see in person the different options and how they operate.

Anyone who has used a box space heater is most certainly familiar with the quirks involved in owning one. They can be ineffective, have safety risks, and be an unsightly addition in any room. But many people still use box space heaters because they believe it’s the most convenient and cost-effective option….

Most people, however, don’t realize they can achieve the same benefits of a space heater, while reducing the downsides by replacing it with an electric fireplace. Here are the top 6 reasons why you should upgrade your living space to an electric fireplace and finally ditch that box space heater for good.

1. Cost Effective
An electric fireplace can last for years with little to no maintenance. And models like the Napoleon Cinema 24 can provide you with the style and warmth you’re looking for at an affordable price. And due to more flexible installation options compared to other types of fireplaces, installation costs are typically lower, too. You can simply install beneath an existing mantel, or recess into any wall, plug in and enjoy.

2. Improved Ambiance
Nobody has ever been amazed at the ambiance added to a room by a box space heater. And they certainly don’t add value to a home for prospective home buyers. However, you’re almost guaranteed to get comments from guests with stylish electric fireplaces like the Amantii BI-60-Slim or Napoleon Allure 72. And if room size is a concern, you can still achieve the same stylish upgrade with something like the Napoleon Azure Vertical 38 for those tight spaces.

3. Added Convenience
Anyone who has ever had to fidget with a pilot in a gas fireplace, clean the residue from a wood fireplace, or simply brave the annual search through the basement, garage or attic to find the space heater will surely appreciate the convenience of an electric fireplace. Heating the room is as easy as a reach for the remote included with most electric fireplaces. Some models go even further by giving you the ultimate in low-maintenance operation with a built-in thermostat, which adjusts the heat levels automatically, so you can enjoy that Netflix marathon without interruption.

4. Increased Safety
People with kids or pets know exactly what it’s like when the space heater is brought out. Your heart rate notably rises every time that little loved one gets close to – or even bumps into – the space heater, or trips over its power cord. And household items like blankets can be a serious fire hazard if they happen to come in contact with a space heater. With an electric fireplace, you don’t need to worry anymore about your loved ones around an unsafe space heater, or worrying about whether you remembered to turn it off when you left the house for safety reasons.

5. Flexible Installation
Since you don’t need access to a chimney or any ventilation source, the installation options for your electric fireplace are almost endless. Add warmth and ambiance to your bedroom by having an electric fireplace installed under a wall-mounted television, or give your bathroom the ultimate makeover with an electric fireplace, as pictured in the catalog for the Napoleon Allure Phantom 42. Furthermore, an electric fireplace can be a suitable option for those renting a home, since some models are wall-mounted.

6. More Heat (And Control)
Even the more expensive box space heaters will have you huddled close when the temperatures drop significantly. However, a standard electric fireplace can provide around 1,500 BTU, which can heat roughly 500 square feet. Furthermore, the heat can be controlled by either the remote or the built-in thermostat, depending on the model. You can even keep the digital flames on without the heat, if you’re just in the mood for that cozy feeling a fireplace gives you.

If you’re interested in putting the space heater in storage for good and upgrading to an electric fireplace, check out our inventory. Or if you’d prefer, you can stop by one of our showrooms, or contact us to speak with a Fireplace Warehouse representative today.

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Linear wood fireplace offer all the sights, sounds, and aromas you enjoy in a wood burning fireplace, housed in a sleek, modern linear package. A marriage of technology and elegance, today’s linear models offer contemporary wood burning at it’s finest to provide an unmatched hearthside experience.

Wall to Wall Fire
Providing an enormous viewing space, linear wood burning models offer an ambiance unlike any other. Extraordinarily popular among wood burning enthusiasts, the large, wide dimensions of linear fireplaces allow for the placement bigger logs. Exceedingly fun to load and watch, it’s easy to get carried away, producing a bigger burn than necessary and overheating the room in which your fireplace is located. However all it takes to produce magnificent flames are 3 to 4 small logs approximately 3 inches in diameter for a small fire, and 4 to 5 logs around 5 inches in diameter for larger burns.

Love the roaring sound of aroma of a real fire, but yearn for a more modern fireplace form? Creating a beautiful pairing of the traditional and modern, linear wood fireplaces are an ideal solution. Interested in adding a linear wood-burning model to your home? Contact our installation professionals to discuss placement and sizing, or visit Fireplace Warehouse ETC in-store or online today.

Looking for a fireplace that does triple-duty? 3-sided fireplaces skirt the limitations of traditional fireplace design, allowing for the addition of a stunning focal point and added warmth in many areas of the home.

Multiple Sides, Multiple Advantages

Divide a room, add warmth to modern interior design, blur indoor-outdoor boundaries, or simply warm up with the addition of a multi-sided fireplace model, enjoying the advantages of…

• More Even Heat DissipationToday’s 3-sided models are no longer limited to outside wall installations, unlike their traditional predecessors. With a variety of venting options, models can be installed nearly anywhere, particularly in-between rooms, so heat can be more evenly dissipated between two or more areas.
• Design FlexibilityFrom wood burners to quick-starting, low-maintenance gas fireplaces with pebbles, glass, or traditional log inserts, there is an array of multi-sided fireplace options to meet your needs.
• Added Home Appeal & ValueNothing says ‘welcome home’ like the warmth of a fireplace. Loved by homeowners, real estate experts concur residences with fireplaces are far more attractive and valuable to buyers than those heated by more everyday means.

Warm-Up to a Multi-Sided Model in Your Home

• Wall Sized: Napoleon Ascent Multi-View BHD4
  With a very large firebox functioning almost like a window, the gas-powered Ascent offers a massive 2,023 sq. in. viewing area, with multiple media kids and decorative options to match any room in your home.
• Panoramic:Flare Room Definer
  Available in sizes ranging from 25 to 100 inches long, this gas fireplace beauty also includes multiple media options, as well as a ‘cold wall’ above, perfect for mounting your TV.
• Pint Sized: Astria Eros
  With the smallest footprint in the industry, the compact design of the Eros can fit into any room of your home without taking up additional floor space, while still offering the largest available viewing area for its size.
• Exterior/Interior: Flare Double-Corner
  Available in 8 different sizes and 28 different designs, the Flare Double-Corner offers both indoor and outdoor options, opening up an array of possibilities for your outdoor living space.

Design Details
When adding a 3-sided burner as a floor-to-ceiling partial divide, ensure correct support to avoid the weight of your home from becoming a burden on your fireplace addition. Additionally, decorating with a consistent theme on all sides better allows your fireplace to shine.

Ready to look on the brighter side of things? Shop 3-sided fireplaces in-store or online from Fireplace Warehouse ETC today, your one-stop shop for fireplace selection, installation and service.