Planning to Remodel an Old Room or Add a New One? - Electric Fireplace Purchasing Guide - What to Consider When Choosing a Modern Electric Fireplace for Your Home

If adding a new or remodeling an old room or patio are on your current “to-do” list an electric fireplace should be part of your planning. Not only do they provide an attractive and functional focal point, they also add additional character to your home.

Many of the safe, efficient electric fireplaces available today are difficult to distinguish from wood-burning models, so realistic are the flame effects.  But you’ll never again have to concern yourself with securing seasoned cordwood then dealing with smoke, sparks and carrying out ashes. So as you plan your new room or remodel an existing room plan to include a realistic electric fireplace.  All you need is a nearby 120-volt outlet and dedicated wall space.  

Controlling & Operating Modern Electric Fireplaces is Easy

Another great advantage of a modern electric fireplace is that they are controlled from the comfort of your armchair – much as you control you home entertainment center.  A perfect example is the multi-function control offered by the one of the premium models Napoleon “Metro Mantle” with its realistic wood logs.  Available in natural clear or painted black finish this contemporary electric fireplace design also has a crystalline glass option.  Both provide an open view of the fire through a tinted reflective panel that gives the illusion of a deeper firebox. The hand-held remote controls with 7 adjustments flame appearance, ember bed intensity, heat output, fan speed and temperature. 

Electric Decorative Fireplace Designs Compliment Your Décor

If you are a traditionalist you’ll want to take a look at the Casaloma Traditional-Corner Electric Fireplace Heater with its realistic oak finished cabinet. The corner electric fireplace package features advanced technology to randomly adjust the flame effect on the finely detailed wood logs.  You’ll think you’re looking at a genuine wood-burning fireplace

Another “traditionalist” option calls to mind the old time cast iron stoves found in grandma’s parlor or the cabin on the lake.  A great example is the thermostatically controlled Fox Hill Electric Fireplace Stove.  Its durable composite construction looks just like its cast iron ancestors complete to isinglass windows revealing realistic patented 3-dimensional flames.

If space is at minimum in your new or remodeled room check out the line of wall-mounted fireplaces available at our online store.   A great choice for a “high tech” room design is the 39-inch linear glass front fireplace heater that projects only 5 ¼ inches from the wall.  Place it at any level, choose a stone or glass ember bed and remotely control heat output and flame intensity.   Other wall mounted electric fireplaces are available with satin black or stainless steel frames.

Looking for Ambiance without Heat? It’s not all or nothing anymore.

If you like the idea of a fireplace but don’t need the warmth you’re a candidate for an electric fireplace without a heater.  Wall mounted units can be hung at eye level much like artwork anywhere in the room.  You remotely control the appearance of the flame and the ember bed intensity behind the high definition frameless full glass viewing area. 

If you are on the market for an electric fireplace for your home, office or a gift we welcome you to browse through our wide range of energy efficient electric fireplaces. Check out our Heater Buying Guide if you need help selecting a right heating device. You’ll become an expert on selecting the correct space heater for any area in your home, garage or workshop.

We hope that this article will help you simplify your choices as you are on a market for an electric fireplace. If you do have additional questions please don’t hesitate to contact us at support@heaterstoreonline.com or call us toll free at 877.777.3034

All Electric Fireplaces featured in this blog are shown below:

Well Traveled Living 60354 Fox Hill Electric Fireplace Stove

Napoleon EF39S Electric Wall Mount Fireplace w/out Heater or

Napoleon EF39HD Electric Wall Mount Fireplace w/Heater

Napoleon EF31 Casaloma Contemporary-Corner Electric Fireplace Heater

Napoleon EF31 Casaloma Traditional-Corner Electric Fireplace Heater

Napoleon EFL48 Linear Electric Fireplace

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What’s new in Outdoor Fire Pits? Have you considered a Fire Pit for Your Outdoors? Get the details!

What’s new in Outdoor Fire Pits

While nothing is the same as a campfire for creating atmosphere, it’s not a practical solution in urban settings.  That’s why many homeowners and apartment dwellers are buying an outside fire pit as a safer alternative, but one that provides just as much atmosphere and warmth on chilly evenings and nights.

Today’s fire pit burners have evolved into works of art, stylishly designed yet practical solutions to extending outside entertaining.  Many are crafted of special materials and incorporate designs or coatings that help preserve their “like new” look – a far cry from earlier models that soon develop deteriorating and unsightly rust.      

Outdoor Fire Pits with Added Utility

When one thinks of fire pit construction a common image is a wood fire in a specially designed container.  Period.  While this remains true today, there is much more utility that can be gained by carefully selecting these outdoor space heaters.  At our online store we’ve scoured the worldwide marketplace and have assembled an exciting selection of fire pit designs that not only provide heat but can be used for outdoor cooking much as you would do over a traditional campfire.

A perfect example is the pressed and stainless steel Well Traveled Living 60465 Grilltech Space Fire Pit 800 with its patented adjustable swing out cooking grill.  It also features an adjustable ventilation system that lets you control the fire just right for heated snacks or a full meal. Ashes fall into a trap, making cleanup easy.  Buy it now for $339.99 and save 15% over the list price of $399.99.

Another stunning fire pit design that will cause your friends to marvel is the dual function Well Traveled Living 60532 HotSpot Solid Base Revolver Fire Pit Wooden Top.   Now on sale at $199.99, a 17% savings over the $239.99 list price, the HotSpot’s sleek hardwood top makes this beauty a perfect cocktail table.   Removing the top reveals the internal fire cage that protects the black powder coated steel exterior from heat damage.  It too comes with a grill to be used for preparing delicious outdoor meals.

Taking Care of your Outdoor Fire Pit

To prolong the beauty and utility of your fire pit you should remove ashes after they have cooled, otherwise they will absorb moisture and tend to promote rust.  Clean all surfaces regularly using a grill cleaner.  If you cannot store your portable fire pit inside invest in a cover to protect it from the elements when not in use.

For an excellent choice of fire pit models, with and without grilling features like for instance Well Traveled Living 02113 Stainless Steel Cocktail Fire Pit starts at prices as low as $99.99. 

Here are the images of all Outdoor Fire Pits that were mentioned in this post:

Well Traveled Living 60465 Grilltech Space Fire Pit 800

Well Traveled Living 60532 HotSpot Solid Base Revolver Fire Pit w/ Wooden Top

Well Traveled Living 02113 Stainless Steel Cocktail Fire Pit

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How to Choose a Wall-Mounted Space Heater? Easy Guide about Wall-Mount Heaters from a leading online retailer.

How to Choose a Wall-Mounted Space Heater

Electric space heaters are growing in popularity as families seek ways to lower the fuel costs associated with central heating systems. Wall-mounted space heaters, one of the many space heater design options available at our website HeaterStoreOnline.com, enable homeowners like you to turn down thermostats and provide added warmth on an ad hoc basis when living areas are occupied. 

Unlike portable electric space heaters that are plugged into a standard household outlet, most, but not all wall mounted heaters are designed to be connected directly to the home’s electric grid.  For this reason they are favored as sources of heat in new construction, room additions or remodeling projects when they can be installed between studs.  Other designs mount directly to wall surfaces. Both installation options have the advantage of saving floor space. 

Fast, efficient wall mounted heaters are also found in guest bedrooms, guest bathrooms, garages, basements, offices, entryways and breezeways – wherever central heating is not available or insufficient.

Advantages of Wall Mounted Space Heaters

Choices of heat – radiant, convection or both – are other advantages of wall heaters.  Convection models warm the room; radiant models warm the room occupants.  Some electric wall heaters have fans that circulate the air and automatically turn off on only when the heater has cooled.

An example of the technology available in modern wall mounted heaters is the Qmark HT1502SS 120V Digital Programmable Wall Heater with its easy to use LED touch screen operation and remote control.  Behind its stylish exterior are heavy duty non-glowing steel fins brazed to steel sheathed tubular elements in a grid pattern that covers the entire discharge area. This wall mounted heater delivers 682 – 5120 BTUs (British Thermal Units) per hour, has a time programmable thermostat and a night light.

Portable Wall Heaters for the Home Office or Workplace

Cold feet are no fun at the workplace, wherever you work.  A solution is the lightweight, portable, Qmark 202SL Radiant Plug-In Under Desk Heater that is easily moved between locations as needed.  Weighing only 6 pounds and consuming only 170 watts the compact 22in. x 1in. x 15in. high under desk heater delivers personalized radiant heat just where it's needed, when it's needed and costs just pennies to operate.

Shopping Tips for Wall Mounted Space Heaters

Although there are exceptions most wall mounted space heaters are designed to be wired directly to the electric grid rather than being powered by an outlet.  For this reason you will have to decide whether you want a 110-volt or 220-volt unit.  Discuss this with a licensed electrician who will also confirm that your residential power supply is sufficient for 220-volt wall mount heaters.  Another decision factor is the amount of heat your electric wall heaters should provide.  Underpowered units work overtime and consume more electricity than a properly powered unit, so savings at the outset might be quickly lost due to higher electric bills. We have published a handy heater guide to calculate your heater size.

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