Electric Fireplace

Michael on April 23rd, 2012

This post focuses on two major types of electric fireplace designs, electric fireplace inserts and wall mounted electric fireplaces. It will compare both the benefits of these units along with some of their drawbacks in the hopes of providing consumers with a better understanding of these units and which type may be best suited to fit their interior design and installation goals. To begin, it is important to differentiate the three subcategories of electric fireplace inserts that exist on the market today.

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Michael on April 5th, 2012

With the warm days of April upon us, many consumers are searching for ways to cool off. In spite of the warming weather however, April is often the perfect month to consider purchasing a new heating unit to help warm your home. One of the most popular methods of keeping homes warm is through the use of newly developed, infrared heaters. During the winter months the price of these units can often drive customers away because the technology is newly developed and in very high demand. However, as with most seasonal products the end of winter often brings about major discounts for heating appliances like infrared heaters.

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Michael on March 27th, 2012

When consumers decide to replace old fireplace inserts the process can sometimes seem complicated and arduous. Fortunately for consumers his post will layout some simple instruction that can make replacing a fireplace insert a very painless process. The first step is recognizing the appropriate category of unit that you need. For most consumers who are looking to replace electric fireplace inserts this will mean searching in the plug-in electric fireplace category. This is the category where consumers can find units designed to slide directly into per-existing mantel packages. The other category that consumers may need to search through is the built-in electric fireplace category. This category includes fireplace inserts that are designed to be recessed into a wall. Regardless of which type of unit you are looking for there are several key steps consumers can take which will help simplify the process of replacing their insert.

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Kelsey Ellis on March 8th, 2012

For many consumers considering an electric fireplace, confusion can arise when researching the various types of fireplaces availiable. Built-in electric fireplaces are suitable for both new construction and retro-fit applications and fireplace inserts can be permanently built in and hard wired within a wall as well as plugged into an existing socket.

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Michael on February 21st, 2012

Electric fireplaces are beginning to take the heating industry by storm but many consumers have been left wondering about how these units work and why they are becoming so popular. This list is intended to answer some basic questions about electric fireplaces and how they work so that consumers can make informed decisions about electric heat.

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Kelsey Ellis on February 8th, 2012

What is a fireplace? This question is not as easily answered as it once was. Over the years fireplaces, like almost every other aspect of society, have evolved and developed. In recent decades the advent of electric fireplaces has added to the consumer world of gas and traditional wood fireplaces.

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Kelsey Ellis on November 28th, 2011

The holiday shopping season has officially started! At Electric Fireplaces Direct, you’ll find unique, practical, and environmentally friendly gifts for everyone on your list. We’ve highlighted a few of our most popular, new, and luxurious items that are convenient, useful, and trendy! Freestanding electric stoves are the perfect supplemental heat source. Each of our freestanding [...]

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Kelsey Ellis on November 22nd, 2011

With interest rates still hovering around historical lows, new home sales continue to soar. In this competitive marketplace, smart homebuilders are looking for ways to increase profit margins. Adding a fireplace to the building plan; an upgraded hearth, a second fireplace in non-traditional location, or an attractive outdoor fireplace will add to a home’s appeal. [...]

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Kelsey Ellis on November 7th, 2011

Everyone is trying to save money on energy consumption these days. There are plenty of ways you can save the environment and your bank account with simple, do-it-yourself projects and supplemental heat. An electric fireplace is an excellent source of supplemental heat and they provide the ambiance of a traditional fireplace without the mess, fire [...]

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Kelsey Ellis on November 2nd, 2011

HPBA Electric Fireplaces Article: The Anywhere Electric Fireplace If you live in an apartment or condo and dream of cozying up by the fire, there is an ideal solution – an electric fireplace. The warm, radiant heat of today’s electric fireplaces can be purchased easily and installed within minutes. Simply plug the fireplace into an [...]

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