The Best Electric Fires For Media Walls
Electric fires are a great way to provide warmth, ambience, and create a focal point for your wall. Most electric fireplaces use LED lights to create dazzling fire effects. They also offer a lower amount of heat than traditional fireplaces.
They also have features such as open windows detection ambient lighting kits, as well as music synchronization.
1. British Fires New Forest 1600
This fireplace is designed to provide a mesmerising flame display that spreads across the entire fire. With rich, real fire colours that show every aspect of a log located in the New Forest National Park, this central piece will surely transform your home. The distinctive logs have been made to the highest standards and rest on an earthy layer of wood chips.
The patented air-curtain technology is designed to distribute heat across your room efficiently. Contrary to gas fires, which typically require an open flue for operation electric fires do not produce smoke or carbon monoxide emissions and provide an eco-friendly alternative.
A black trim that can be added as an option as well as anti-reflective glass fronts and deluxe real logs are all available to upgrade the look of this amazing fireplace. This electric fire is available in a range of designs including corner, flush, and 3-sided.
This fire is perfect for a media-wall. Its small frame dimensions allow you to install it on a pre-built mock wall, or you can remove the fireplace completely and mount it directly on the wall using an optional wall mount kit.
This electric fire was inspired by the natural beauty found in the New Forest of Hampshire. The logs that it is crafted to the highest standard and capture every little detail that you would find on a wooded log in the New Forest National Park. The LED flames are set against the backdrop of husks and wood chips to create an authentic woodland scene that is both cosy and contemporary.
2. Elgin & Hall Pryzm Arteon 3-SL
It is designed to allow an 1, 2, or 3 sided installation straight out of the box, this striking electric fire that is a hole-in-the-wall is guaranteed to captivate and amaze. With a stunning 5-D flame effect, as well as an impressive multi-LED effect fuel bed, with 13 colour options and rotation setting making it the perfect centerpiece for your media wall. The heater is discrete and provides an incredibly warm 1.5kW of heat that can be managed by a seven-day thermostat that can be programmed to adjust flame settings and fuel bed colour.
The best media wall electric fireplaces are not only stunning visual treats, but they're also eco-friendly. They use less energy and can help you save money by limiting the output of heat to what you need. The 'flame only' setting means you can enjoy the hypnotic dance of flames without having to turn up the heating, perfect for rooms that don't require much heat.
Inset vs wall-hung
Media wall electric fires come in two primary designs: wall-mounted and inset. Inset models, such as the Vision Futura 1500 or the Evonic Halo 1500 XT, are recessed into the wall and offer an elegant flush finish, blending in with the surrounding walls for a clean appearance. However, inset electric fireplaces require a pre-existing opening and are a little more expensive than freestanding counterparts.
The most efficient electric media wall fires like the Elgin and Hall Pryzm Arteon 3, are wall-hung. They are easy to install and don't require an existing opening in the wall since they're not recessed into it. They are more flexible than inset electric fireplaces, with some models featuring an array of designs and trims to fit your style. However, wall-hung models can appear to be a bit out of the wall, so they may not be suitable for every room. They also can hinder air circulation in smaller rooms as they will likely disperse heat upwards instead of across the room.
3. Vision Futura 1500
A fireplace with electric technology can be the perfect addition to a wall of media, creating a mesmerising focal point that is a pleasure to relax in front of. These modern fires have plenty of innovative features to enhance your home with, including an exclusive flame effect which saves energy as well as the ability to blow cool air that is ideal for hot summer evenings.
A media wall is a dedicated space to your entertainment setup, typically with a sound and TV system, but it could also include gaming consoles and other devices that you regularly use. This type of space is a modern response to the entertainment centers of the past. electric fire media wall can offer a sleek, organised aesthetic while also making floor space available in the room.
Most modern electric fires for media walls are fixed to the wall and can be either freestanding or inset depending on the design you pick. Inset fires are designed to be partially inserted into a fireplace opening which makes it much easier to install and can look more unified in your living spaces. Freestanding fires such as the Gallery Collection Hopton and Dimplex Danville are ideal for those who don't have a fireplace recess and can be moved from room to room to allow for greater flexibility.
No matter what method of installation you choose, make sure the fire is located near a power outlet so that you can connect it to the power source and test all functions prior to installing. You'll also want to locate the fire away from combustible substances, as per the regulations.
Be aware that the majority of electric fireplaces for wall use have a limited output of heat and should be used to supplement your central heating system. They are not suited to heat large open spaces, and will only warm up rooms. Some models include a handy remote control with several heat settings and backlighting options to suit your mood and the ambience.
4. Evonic Halo 1500 XT
For those who have limited space for a fireplace that is freestanding media wall electric fires are the perfect alternative. These fires are powered by electricity, so you don't need to be concerned about gas lines or carrying in logs. You can control them from your sofa. They usually produce just enough warmth to take the edge off an icy room and make it more cozy.
A wide variety of sizes are available with these fires, which means you can choose a model that perfectly fits your media wall. They are generally designed to be installed into a recess or a cavity, though some can be placed directly on the wall for an elegant look. Inset models tend to have better heat distribution because they are not blocked by the chimney.
If you go for an item that is mounted on the front the Evonic Halo 1500 XT (formerly Lita) has a larger flame image to enhance its aesthetic appeal and provide extra visual depth. Smart integration allows you to control your fire using an app on your phone or tablet, is a further selling point. This is beneficial when you're on the go or away from home, helping to conserve energy when your fire isn't in use.
If you're thinking about the installation of a media wall fireplace in your living space, we recommend visiting one of our fireplace showrooms to see the Evonic Halo 1500 XT in action. We'll also demonstrate the ease of installation and operation. Once you have taken precise measurements, compare them to specifications for the product in order to choose the perfect fireplace for your media wall. Our team of friendly experts are on hand to help you, so call us today or pop into our Sale or Cheadle branch for more details.
5. Celsi Electriflame VR Volare 1100
Take advantage of the latest technology and enhance your living space with the Celsi Electric VR Volare 1100 Suite. This modern electric fire set features the latest technology for flame projection that creates an indistinguishable, authentic flame-like sophistication. You and your guests will be amazed.
Contrary to traditional electric fireplaces which display flame effects on a screen at the back, our Electriflame line utilizes LED lighting to create the illusion of flames at the front, center and rear of the fuel bed, giving an incredibly captivating effect. The result is a stunningly realistic log fire effect that's safely encased behind glass.
This wall-mounted electric fireplace suite is ideal for those looking for a stylish and elegant design for their home, and it also provides the added benefit of being simple to install. This contemporary fire is easily positioned on a flat wall. It is equipped with a bracket that is easy to set up and comes in a variety of stylish colors.
The Electriflame VR Volare, like the rest of our electric fire suites, is simple to operate due to a variety of smart controls including thermostatic control and a seven-day timer. You can also take full benefit of the 0.8kW heat output or simply choose to operate it on its flame only setting.
Celsi Electriflame is a great option to add some flair to your media wall. It comes in a range of fireplace suites, wall-mounted electric fires, and other designs that will fit in with any decor. Visit our showrooms in Cheadle or Stockport to view this modern fire suite.