Electric fireplaces are an excellent alternative to wood burning or natural gas fireplaces because there is no open flame, no worries of stray logs falling out of the fireplace and no injuries from kids playing too close to the flame. Not to mention there is no soot to clean out of the chimney, no expensive wood to buy and no ashes to dispose of. They are also efficient, and relatively inexpensive to operate. Running both flame and heat only costs about $.08/hr on average, after 2-3 years the fireplace will have paid for itself with the savings from not having to buy wood.
Electric fireplaces are easy to install, fit virtually anywhere, draw little power, provide a sense of reality, and require very little maintenance. People who live in an apartment building, a condo or even a basement apartment and want the ambiance of a real fireplace often choose this option as the new fireplaces on the market look very much like a real fire.With no installation costs, no holes in the wall, no gas piping, and no expensive high cost wiring, you can pick up an electric fireplace, including the mantle of your choice, drive it home or have it delivered, have it set up against the wall, plug it in and it's functional. It’s really that easy. And if you decide to rearrange your room one day, you can simply move it to another wall.
Since natural gas, propane, and oil are not available in an endless supply, our planet will eventually have to look to renewable resources like electricity to heat our homes so why not jump on board now and choose between the different types available including:
Wall Mount Electric Fireplaces
Wall mount electric fireplaces are very chic and modern. The choices range from art deco looks and rustic motifs to urban ultra modern looks. You can get a rock bed, white chips or realistic looking logs. With flame only, or flame and heat operation, they come with remote controls for added convenience.
If you have a gas or wood fireplace and would like to make it electric, electric fireplace inserts are the perfect solution. They are essentially the fireplace guts without the ornate housing. While you can get them with a trim kit to make them look more elaborate, most often it is just the electric insert to replace your existing wood grate.
Mantel Electric Fireplaces
Electric fireplace mantels are nearly as popular as the free standing stoves with many of them actually freestanding themselves, though needing to be anchored to a wall. The mantels are more ornate and made to look like an actual piece of furniture. They usually have the heating capabilities to warm up to 400 sq. ft.
Free standing electric fireplaces are one of the most popular types of electric fireplaces and are made to look like traditional fireplace stoves. Matching most any décor, they are convenient and easy to set up and do not need to be anchored to a wall. Just plug them in and bask in the beautiful warmth.
Frank the Fireplace guy recommends Dynasty electric fireplaces to add that wow factor to your home. Check them out at www.mtlmarketingcorp.com
