For many of us, the chill of winter makes us long for the snap, crackle, and pop of a cozy fire. However, installing a fireplace in our homes isn’t always an option due to financial reasons or property constraints (i.e., condos and apartments). Luckily, Sylvane has the next best thing (which, in some cases, may be even better).
Electric fireplaces, like those manufactured by Southern Enterprises, Napoleon, and Modern Flames, are safer, low-hassle alternatives to built-in fireplaces. In addition, they come in a wide variety of styles from a traditional look to contemporary styling like those from Amantii. With traditional fireplaces, you have to consider what type of fireplace and features you want, where it will fit in your home, and who will build it.
Warmth of a Real Fire Without Flames
Electric fireplaces don’t require extensive planning or any construction at all. Just remove it from the package, plug it into an electrical outlet, and turn it on. Voila! You’ve got a room filled with the rustic charm of a roaring fire.
Since electric fireplaces are space heaters as well, they fill your room with the warmth of a fire more efficiently and without the hazards associated with wood-burning fireplaces or stoves. Moreover, the use of electric light to create the flame means that there is no danger from stray ashes and no pollutants affecting your indoor air quality. The electric flame also keeps the fireplace cool to the touch, protecting children and pets.
Freestanding Electric Fireplace Mantels
Freestanding fireplace mantels are some of the most popular types of electric fireplaces because most are compact and can fit easily into almost any home or apartment. They come in a wide variety of styles and finishes so choosing one may be the most difficult part. Choose a more traditional style, a rustic stone fireplace, or a contemporary model to fit your personal preferences and home dècor.
Some of these are convertible, designed to sit against the wall or with an foldable extension that allows it to be situated into a corner, making them extremely versatile. There are also styles that have side shelves for books or objet d'art.
Fireplace TV Stands
Warm up to 400 square feet with supplementary fan-forced heating, by adding an electric fireplace TV stand to your home and enjoy additional storage with hidden media compartments, that can hold cable boxes, roku players, and DVD players.
These electric fireplace TV stands can safely hold a flat-screen television and include shelves, cabinets, or a compartment for storage. Different styles include corner-convertible models, rustic styling, contemporary, and finishes which include white, light, or dark wood.
Wall-Mount Electric Fireplaces
Electric fireplace styles also include those that are wall-mountable or can be recessed into the wall, making them some of the most versatile. Since they come in a variety of sizes you can place them in a bedroom, over a bathtub, or into cabinetry. They can even be installed in a covered outdoor living area. Designed with black matte frames that can be wide or slim, these fireplaces add a note of drama to any space.
With various types of flame-beds from log sets on stones, to glass and acrylic ice, they provide additional warmth along with color-changing flames that can be set to match your mood or the season. In addition, these fireplaces offer customization of flame intensity and height, heat output, and are equipped with an adjustable thermostat. With the ability to produce 5,118 BTU's of heat, they can provide supplementary warmth to spaces up to 500 square feet.
Questions?
So this winter season, don’t just reminisce about great times spent by a fire, experience them again with an electric fireplace. Only this time, you don’t have to stoke it, clean it, or even worry about it. Just plug it in, nestle in your favorite spot, and enjoy the comfortable warmth emanating from your fireplace. If you have questions about any of our electric fireplaces and stoves, give us a call at 1-800-934-9194. You can also connect with us on the Sylvane Facebook and Twitter pages.
