The Best Electric Fires For Media Walls
If you're looking to add warmth, ambience and a focal point for your media wall, then consider an electric fireplace. Most electric fireplaces employ LED lights to create stunning fire effects. They also offer a lower amount of heat than traditional fireplaces.
They also have features such as open windows detection and ambient lighting kits that can be synced with your music to create an amazing visual experience.
1. British Fires New Forest 1600
Designed to enhance the LED flame visuals as well as fuel bed technology to the next level, this fireplace delivers a mesmerising display of flames that are spread across the whole fire. This centrepiece will make your home look more beautiful with its deep, real fire colours. They capture the details of an individual log from the New Forest National Park. The distinctive logs have been crafted to the highest standard and sit on a soft layer of wood chips.
The air curtain technology has been designed to distribute 1.5kW of heat evenly across your room. Contrary to gas fires, which typically require an open flue to operate electric fires do not produce carbon monoxide or smoke emissions and are an environmentally friendly alternative.
An optional black trim with anti-reflective glass on the front and premium real logs can be added to upgrade the look of this beautiful fireplace. The electric fire can be found in a variety of designs, including flush, corner and 3-sided.
This fireplace is ideal for an media wall. Its small frame dimensions permit you to put it in a pre-built mock-up wall or you can skip the fireplace completely and mount it directly onto the wall with a wall mount kit.
As the name implies, this electric fire is inspired by the natural beauty of the New Forest in Hampshire. The logs that it is crafted to the highest quality and capture every little detail that you would find on a wooded log in the New Forest National Park. The LED flame visuals are set against the backdrop of wood chips and husks to create a natural woodland scene that is cozy and modern.
2. Elgin & Hall Pryzm Arteon 3-SL
The design allows for a 1, 2 or 3 sided installation right out of the box, this striking electric fire that is a hole-in-the-wall is guaranteed to impress and captivate. It features a stunning 5-D flame effect, as well as an impressive multi-LED effect fuel bed, with 13 colour options and rotation setting that makes it the perfect focal point for your media wall. Its 1.5kW heater is a discrete device that offers warm, cozy heat. A seven-day thermostat that is programmable can be used to adjust the flame settings as well as fuel bed colors.
The best media wall electric fires aren't just amazing visual treats, they're also planet-friendly. By limiting go right here of heat to only the amount of ambient warmth that you require, they use less energy, saving you money on your electric bills. The flame-only setting lets you to enjoy the hypnotic dance of the flames without having to increase the temperature. This is perfect for rooms that have low or no requirement for heat.
Inset vs wall-hung
Media wall electric fires come in two main styles: inset and wall-mounted. Inset models such as the Vision Futura 1500 and the Evonic Halo 1500 XT are installed into walls, offering a flush finish that blends seamlessly with surrounding walls. Inset electric fireplaces can be more expensive and require an existing opening.
The best electric media wall fires like the Hall and Elgin Pryzm Arteon 3, are wall-hung. They are easy to install and don't require an opening in the wall because they're not recessed into it. Certain models are available in various trims and finishes that can be customised to your decor. Despite this, wall-hung models can be a little slender from the wall, meaning they might not be suitable for every room. They also can hinder the flow of air in smaller rooms, as they'll likely radiate heat upwards rather than across the space.
3. Vision Futura 1500
Electric fires can be the perfect finish for an entertainment wall. They create a focal point that is mesmerising and a joy to be seated in front of. Modern fires come with a variety of modern features to improve your home, such as an exclusive flame effect that saves energy and an air-cooling feature that is ideal for hot summer evenings.
A media wall is an area dedicated to your entertainment setup. It may include an audio system, TV or other gadgets that you frequently use. This is a modern take on the old entertainment centres and can give a sleek, organized aesthetic while also letting more space in the room.
Modern electric fires can be mounted on the wall and, depending on the design, they can either be inset or freestanding. An inset fire is designed to be partially inserted into the fireplace opening, which makes it easier to install and can look more integrated in your living spaces. Freestanding fires like the Gallery Collection Hopton and Dimplex Danville are ideal for those who do not have fireplace recesses and can be moved from room to room to make it more flexible.
No matter what method of installation you decide to use, always put the fire near the power outlet to ensure that you are able to connect the device to test it before installing. As per regulations, you'll want to put the fire away from combustible material.
Remember that most electric fireplaces designed for media wall offer a small amount of heat and are best used in conjunction with your central heating system. They're not suitable for heating large spaces that are open and will only help to cool an icy room. Some models come with a convenient remote control with several heat settings and backlighting options to match your mood and ambience.
4. Evonic Halo 1500 XT
Media wall electric fires are a great alternative for those with little space. Instead of having to bring in logs or mess with gas lines, these fires are powered by electricity, and provide an amazing display of flames that you can control from the comfort of your sofa. They usually produce just enough warmth to take the edge off an icy room and make it more comfortable.
A variety of sizes are offered with these fires, which means you can pick a fire that will fit perfectly on your wall. Most are designed to be installed into a recess or cavity but some are placed directly on the wall to create an elegant look. Inset models typically provide better heat distribution since they do not block the chimney.
If you go for one that is mounted front-to-back, the Evonic Halo 1500 XT (formerly Lita) features an extended flame picture to enhance its aesthetic appeal as well as provide an extra dimension to the visual. Smart integration allows you to control your fire via an app on your smartphone or tablet, is another selling point. This is useful if you are away from home or out and about, as it helps to save energy.
We suggest that you visit one of our showrooms for fireplaces and view the Evonic Halo 1500 XT installed. We can also demonstrate the ease of installation and operation. After you have taken accurate measurements, compare them to the specifications of the product to choose the perfect fireplace for your media wall. Our team of friendly experts is on hand to help you, so get in touch with us today or pop into our Sale or Cheadle branch for more information.
5. Celsi Electriflame VR Volare 1100
The Celsi Electriflame Volare 1100 suite is the newest in technology. It will enhance your living space. With cutting-edge flame projection technology, this modern electric fire set-up offers real flame sophistication that will leave you and your guests in awe.
Unlike traditional electric fire suites that display flame effects on a flat screen at the rear of the unit, our Electriflame VR range has LED lighting that projects the illusion of flames to the front, centre, and back of the fuel bed to create a truly mesmerising effect. The result is a stunningly real log fire effect safe and secure behind glass.
This wall-mounted electric fireplace suite is perfect for people looking for a stylish and elegant finish to their home, and it also provides the added benefit of being easy to install. This contemporary fire is easily positioned on a flat wall. It is equipped with a bracket that is easy to install and is available in several chic colours.
The Electriflame VR Volare, like all of our electric fireplace suites is easy to operate due to a variety of intelligent controls that include thermostatic control and a seven-day timer. You can also use the 0.8kW output of heat, or simply use it with its flame-only setting.
Celsi Electriflame is the ideal way to enhance your media wall. It is available in a range of fireplace suites, wall mounted electric fires, as well as other styles to suit any interior. Visit our showrooms in Cheadle or Stockport to view this sleek fire suite.