Winter 2009 was the coldest in over 30 years, with heavy snow and freezing conditions experienced across the country, and this winter looks set to follow suit. With the cold weather fast approaching it is important to ensure your home has energy and cost efficient heating system.
An electric fireplace is an electric heater that mimics a wood or coal burning fireplace with either light or visual flames. They are often placed in conventional fireplaces which can no longer be used for fires or can be mounted on a wall where there was previously no fireplace. They plug into the electrical sockets in the wall and can run on a "flame only" setting or can be used as a heater.
They have proved a stylish addition to many homes, with many people choosing to install electric fireplaces when they modernise or update their homes. They are more compact than traditional fireplaces and will create no mess in your home. Some electric fires even come in the form of flat screen TVs that can be mounted on the wall, so you can watch the flame effect.
Electric fires are also portable as they are not restricted to areas where there is a chimney for ventilation. Your electrics will not require remodelling to install the fireplace. A great advantage for the winter is that you can adjust the temperature of your electric fire with the flick of a switch or even the push of a remote.
However, there are some disadvantages associated with electric fires. They are often less efficient than a traditional fire, due to the inefficiency of generating electricity, of which they typically consume 1.4-1.6 kW to heat a 400 square foot living room. The initial outlay is also considerably higher.
If you want to experience the benefits this winter, it is advisable to invest in an electric fire, which will provide a safer and warmer environment for your home.
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