What is an Electric Fireplace?
An electric fireplace is a versatile heating appliance that simulates the appearance of a traditional fireplace using electricity. It is designed to provide warmth and ambience without the need for burning wood or utilising gas, making it a convenient and eco-friendly option for many homes.
Electric fireplaces are available in a variety of styles, including wall-mounted, freestanding, and built-in models, allowing them to seamlessly fit into any room's decor. They often feature realistic flame effects created with LED lights, which can be adjusted to suit personal preferences.
Additionally, electric fireplaces are easy to install and maintain, requiring only a standard electrical outlet to operate. This makes them an ideal choice for those looking to add both warmth and a decorative focal point to their living space without the complexities associated with traditional fireplaces.
How Does an Electric Fireplace Work?
Electric fireplaces operate by using electricity to create a flame effect and provide warmth. These fireplaces typically utilise LED lights and a rotating refractor to simulate a realistic flame picture. The light from the LEDs reflects off the refractor, creating the illusion of flickering flames that add character and charm to any room.
The heat output is generated by an electric heater, which can be adjusted to suit your personal taste and comfort level. Many electric fireplaces also come with a remote control, allowing you to easily manage the heat and flame settings from a distance. With their modern design and vast range of styles, electric fireplaces are an excellent choice for those seeking a convenient and stylish heating solution.
There are many types of electric fireplaces available, to suit many tastes.
How Our Electric Fireplaces Work
A remote control is included in the purchase of your electric fireplace. The display at the top shows the various settings:
- The bulb button can adjust the flame's strength, or how bright it should be. You will have 5 options.
- The flame button controls the colour of the flame, where there are 2 options.
- The 3 vertical bar buttons are used to turn the heat off / on. However, the heat only works when the flame is on.
- The knob with a temperature gauge is used to control the heat strength.
- Plus and minus are used to regulate the heat after the pressure gauge is pressed.
- The tool button is for the settings.
- The hourglass button is used to change the date, plus and minus are used to select the correct date and time.
- The arrow is used to return to the previous page, thereby canceling the settings
Setting the Date and Time
- Press the hourglass until "Mon" appears on the display. Then use the plus/minus to select the correct day.
- Tap settings until the hours are visible, plus / minus is used again to set the correct time.
- Press settings again to change the minutes and use the plus/minus again to set the correct time.
- Press the hourglass to complete the changes and they are saved and appear on the display.
Features of Flame Fire Electric Fires
Flame fire electric fires are a popular choice among homeowners due to their realistic flame effect, quality and cost-effectiveness. Some of the key features of flame fire electric fires include: