The Best Freestanding Electric Fires

With a great price tag and simple design, this electric fire is popular with customers. Many praise how beautiful it makes their fireplace look, while others appreciate the heat output and customer service.

This fireplace comes with a mantel that can be inserted into a hole already cut into your wall. It has a range of settings that include heat control and customizable colors.

1. Dimplex Optiflame

The Dimplex Optiflame has been a top-selling product on the market for a good reason. It features the world's best 3D flame effect that, like all Dimplex electric fireplaces, is water-based to give natural look. The flames of the Optiflame are enhanced with LED lighting to create an even more realistic visual. The result is a genuine-looking stove that will look stunning in any kitchen.

The Optiflame comes in different styles including the Fullerton which is a classic freestanding model as well as the Bari modern design. Both models come with settings for heat between a 1 and 2kW, which will keep your room toasty warm. Additionally the Optiflame can be used without any heat to create a romantic atmosphere.

This holographic firebox that is state-of-the-art is unlike any other on the market. It can be installed in walls and doesn't require venting or gas lines which makes it very easy to put in. There are some issues that we will address in more detail later on.

It's expensive and does not have heating, which is a major drawback for electric fireplace stand fireplaces since it can't be used on cold winter nights. It's also dull to look at a screen that just shows one flame for hours at a time.

This electric fireplace is the patent-pending Opti-Myst Technology to create a stunning fire display. It's an excellent choice for anyone who wants an eco-friendly, cost-effective and stunning fireplace experience. The initial cost is higher, but the savings in energy costs and ease of maintenance will cover that. The Opti Myst is available at our Rochelle Park store to see for yourself.

2. Gazco Rhapsody

This gas fire with an open front has a stunning effect of coal and the ability to slide it. It can provide radiant as well as convected heating, creating an inviting and warm atmosphere in your living space. It can be used conjunction with a Class 2 prefabricated chimney system or a Class 1 brick fireplace. Its sleek design is suitable for both traditional and modern room layouts.

This gas fireplace is a great choice for anyone who is looking to bring warmth and character to their home. Its stylish porcelain interior and the curved edges give it a sophisticated appearance. The fire is available with different frames to fit your preferences in style, and the flame picture can be enhanced by the addition of a pebble or driftwood fuel bed.

The Rhapsody Plus high-efficiency gas fire from Flavel seamlessly blends functionality and design for modern homes. It is perfect for use with brick chimneys of Class 1 or in the case of an existing Class 2 flue system. Its coal fuel effect as well as its convenient slide control are just the tip of the iceberg. This model has a 67% rating for energy efficiency, making it eco-friendly and cost-effective to run.

This small gas fire could be a great option for modern living rooms with smaller space. Its compact dimensions and gorgeous Black reflective finish provide an enthralling flame image that will surely create a stunning impression in your home. The fire can be combined with a stunning log-effect or pebble and stone fuel bed to create the perfect focal point for your living space. Visit our Cheadle, Bromsgrove and Stockport showroom to learn more about the Rhapsody's incredible features and find out how this fireplace will transform your home.

3. Dimplex Infinity

Electric fireplaces offer an affordable way to heat your home with an elegant and simple installation. Electric fireplaces are much more environmentally more eco-friendly than gas fireplaces since they do not release any harmful fumes. They can also be powered by renewable energy sources.

Dimplex Fireplaces are among the top available on the market. They come with advanced features such as Opti-Virtual Technology that brings the flame effects to life by enhancing the graphics. The remote control lets you to change settings without needing additional tools.

The Sideline Infinity electric fireplace is ideal for those who are looking to add a stylish wall-mounted display to their home. The fireplace has a stunning flame view from every angle and can be arranged in a variety of ways to match your space. It comes with a built-in heater that will warm your room.

Emission Free Dimplex Electric Fireplaces are a zero emission and burn no fuel, allowing you to enjoy an inviting atmosphere that is not harmful to the environment. The remote control lets you to control the temperature from a distance.

The new 4D Ecoflame from Dimplex includes a range of unique features that make it the most realistic electric fireplace on the market. It features a realistic deep reflective flame and fuel bed, hypnotic moonlight flame setting, flickering fuel bed with ember effect and a 7-day timer. The i1250 is also an even deeper model than the i350 meaning it can be used to the form of feature walls or as room dividers. The model comes with an open log feature that enhances the overall look of the fire.

4. Dimplex Optiflame

For those who want the look of a real fireplace but without the associated hassle and maintenance of an open fire or gas installation, electric fires are an excellent choice. This is especially true for Dimplex fires that feature Optiflame technology and the smoke effect called Opti-myst. Optiflame makes use of a set of mirrors behind complex glass frames to create the illusion of a vast fuel bed whilst offering stunning flame effects that can be used in isolation from the heating function.

Dimplex's Orvieto electric fires are a good example. They have a log-effect fuel bed and a wood-grain surround. The remote control allows you to adjust flame intensity as well as heat settings and switching off and on from your sofa or chair. The fire can be used in a flame-only mode for the summer months, to provide warmth and the stunning visual appeal of a fire, without the heat.

Another benefit of Dimplex electric fires is their cost-effectiveness. Dimplex electric fires are economical. On average the cost of operating the heating and flame functions is just 8C per hour. The energy used is used to keep you warm as contrast to gas fireplaces where some is vented into the air. The Opti-myst Technology used by these fires has a further advantage: it does not require venting outside. It can also be installed in existing fireplace openings without structural changes. This is an ideal option for homeowners with limited space or live in apartments. To learn more about the product or to see the Opti-myst fires in action, visit one of our Oxfordshire stores.

5. Gazco Rhapsody

The Rhapsody gas fire is designed to be flush with a traditional back panel and hearth. It boasts a high efficiency of 70 percent. The gas fire has a beautiful ribbon of flames set in a glass pane. It's the ideal focal feature for modern living spaces. Available in Natural Gas and LPG fuel versions. See this fireplace for yourself in our Cheadle, Bromsgrove or Stockport showrooms.

Flavel Rhapsody Plus High Efficiency Gas Fire

The Flavel Rhapsody Plus open-fronted, gas fireplace provides radiant and convected heating. It is the ideal choice for most room layouts. The gas fire is designed to be flush with a standard cavity and can be installed in nearly every chimney or flue system including Class 1 brick chimneys and pre-cast flue systems (when fitted with a 3" rebated surround). This gas fire features an attractive coal-effect fuel bed, and a convenient slide control.

Gazco Studio Edge NG High Efficiency Gas Fire

Studio gas fires have been praised for their widescreen flame image and a wide selection of frame designs. The brand new Glass Fronted Studio 2 Duplex gas fire allows the same ambiance and effectiveness to be enjoyed by two rooms at once. The incredibly realistic log-effect or pebble and stone fuel beds, next to the stunning ribbon of flames, provide the perfect finishing touch to any house. See this stunning fireplace in person at our Cheadle, bromsgrove or Stockport showrooms.