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Our latest media wall installation in Bromley.
Our latest media wall install in Bromley features the British Fires New Forest 1200 electric fire. The client was re-modelling their house and had a room that required a feature wall.
Having visited our Beckenham showroom, they decided on the New Forest 1200 as the fire. Size wise, this fire would fit perfectly with their new television. Whilst allowing ample space on either side for the design of cupboards and shelving we had both agreed on. Credit where credit is due the design largely was the client’s own vision for the room. It was just a pleasure to bring it to life with the British fires 1200.
For the media wall installation, the framework was created using softwood and MDF. MDF is perfect for this type of application as it does not distort. It can also be painted easily. The electrics, lighting and fire were all installed and left ready for decoration. Once the decoration was applied and dry the television could be installed.
A lot of work to do including the finishing and final painting but perfect media wall at the end. Either fully fitted or just supplied, it’s a pleasure to work with the British Fires New Forest range.
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Is your gas fire in need of servicing and repair ?
Gas fire servicing and repair is an important part of fire maintenance. Many people are aware of how important it is to service their gas boiler yearly. Few are aware it is just as important to service your gas fire every year.
The Gas Fireplace offer full servicing and repair using our own fully qualified GasSafe engineers. Give us a call on 02086633223 to book your service or repair. Alternatively use our contact us page to email your service request. We offer servicing as well as spare parts for a large range of different fires.
Servicing will keep your fire running efficiently. Servicing will take apart your fire and clean all the working parts. This will allow your fire to work again as new. Ensuring the fire performs as it should. With no danger of carbon monoxide spillage.
Our engineers work in the following areas:
South London, Kent, Surrey, Dulwich, Bromley, Beckenham, Catford, Greenwich, Lewisham, Croydon, West Wickham, Bexley, Bexley Heath, Charlton, Sydenham, Forest Hill, Streatham, Purley, Sanderstead, Caterham, Biggin Hill, Westerham
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The Gas Fireplace has been supplying and installing fireplaces and fires locally for over 35 years. Visit our shop on the High Street in Beckenham to discuss your requirements. These are of some of the supply areas our fireplace installers cover. So if you want a fireplace in Eltham or a gas fire in Orpington we are the place to visit.
Eltham
Croydon
Bromley
Beckenham
Sydenham
Lewisham
Streatham
Dulwich
Orpington
In addition to being able to supply or supply and install our period and contemporary fireplaces and fires within these areas we can install you a new gas fire, wood stove, gas stove or electric fire. We can also instal media walls, to create the perfect focal point in your room. Below are a few of the makes we supply to choose from:
Jetmaster
Parkray: gas and wood burning stoves from a British manufacturer
British Fires: stunning range of free standing and built in electric fires
Nu Flame: full range of gas and electric fires
DiLusso:
Dimplex
Dru: range of balanced flue gas fires
Evonic: Electric fires, freestanding, inset
Planning to visit us we have parking at the rear of the shop or the 54, 227, 352 and 354 bus services stop (war memorial) directly outside of the shop.
Call Nigel or Carol for more information on 0208 663 3223 we provide a quality service at a price that won’t be beaten.
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What should you consider when purchasing a gas fire?
Don’t take any chances when purchasing a gas fire. Choosing the right gas fire needs a systematic approach that depends on your home. The size of the space to be heated and your personal taste. It is important to know in advance what are the options in your home. Also what exactly you expect from the fireplace. Is heat your priority or is the atmosphere created by the gas fire more important? Or are both of equal importance? Fortunately, you don’t have to decide all by yourself; we will list the options for you.
What type of gas fire should you choose and in which situation?
There are three main types of gas fires: Built-in, freestanding and suspended gas fires.
- A built-in gas fire can be installed in a wall or in a chimneybreast; this can be done with or without a frame depending on your interior design. A built-in gas fire is a good option if you want a streamlined finish, although it often needs considerable room, even if that is not your first impression.
- A freestanding gas fire offers greater flexibility and makes it easier to perhaps replace it with another model in the future.
- A suspended gas fire heats large and open spaces quickly and effectively, because it radiates heat to all sides. The great advantage of this type of gas fire is that the floor space remains free and therefore the room in which the fire is situated appears to have more space.
Gas fires offer more options than open wood fires. You have a choice of fire view: do you want to view the fire from two or three sides? Or even from two different rooms? Tunnel view is a good option in the case of a long wall between to areas; both areas enjoy the vista of a single fire. It makes good use of space and is very eye-catching.
Selecting a gas fire with open or closed combustion?
Oxygen is always necessary for combustion. Where the oxygen comes from will depend on the type of system.
Open and closed combustion: the differences
- In open combustion, the oxygen is drawn in from the space around the fire. In the case of closed combustion, the air is drawn from outside for combustion and the residual gasses are extracted using the same flue.
- Ventilation is a vital point in an open combustion system, because the residual gasses must be extracted by the natural draw in the flue. An open combustion system cannot be installed in a residence with mechanical ventilation. In the case of closed combustion, the air is drawn from outside for burning the fire and the residue gasses are extracted using the same flue. In this case, there are no special ventilation requirements.
- In open combustion, the fire can be glass-fronted or open-fronted. Open combustion is less efficient and mainly provides immediate radiated heat. In a closed combustion system, the fires are always glass-fronted. This ensure that the fire achieves a higher temperature and therefore a higher output.
A gas fire with open combustion is an option when it is installed in an existing fireplace. For example, when replacing an open fire, when there is little room for a suitable flue and when the fire is used only for creating a warm atmosphere. In a well insulated residence with mechanical ventilation, a gas fire with closed combustion is almost always a better option.
Other things to consider
In addition to choosing the type of gas fire and combustion system, there are other issues that should be considered:
- Capacity
It is important to choose a gas fire with a capacity that matches the space that you want to heat. Examine how much capacity you need for your home.
- Technical options
Do you have doubts about whether it is possible to install a gas fire in your home or do you have a particular place in mind for installing it? Consult our section on technical questions or what the PowerVent system can do.
- Environmentally-friendly and safe
Is a gas fire environmentally-friendly and safe? Years of experience have made DRU gas fires very efficient and low on energy consumption. Check here to see what is the average consumption of the gas fire.
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In addition we have just fitted our hand crafted Stanley fireplaces to a house in Bromley.
Manufactured in Limestone with a steel panel, Italian Slate hearth with Spherical dogs and basket gas fire. Here fitted for a lovely couple from Bromley Kent.
The Stanley Fireplace with gas fire was recently installed in Bromley by The Gas Fireplace. Our Bromley clients were drawn to the contemporary style of the Stanley enhancing the living room.
Now fitted and looks absolutely stunning. It fits welll with the style of our living room and is a real talking point for guests.
The Gas Fireplace installation team worked seamlessly to ensure they were careful and attentive to our well-loved home. Nigel’s advice was very helpful in making our choice. Beginning to end the transition from an outdated 1950’s tiled fireplace to the Stanley Fireplace went very smoothly.
‘The Gas Fireplace selection includes a wide range of fireplaces. From our initial enquiry to installation took five weeks. We would recommend them to anybody needing a fireplace in the Bromley area and beyond!’
‘We could not fault them from removal of the old fireplace to fitting of new’
The Gas Fireplace offers a comprehensive service. With a range of contemporary and period styles fire surrounds and fires. Sourcing the best natural materials carved by skilled craftsmen. Offering advice on size, model and material through years of experience. Also offering advice on technical requirements. Also project managing from initial enquiry through to survey and successful installation.
The Stanley fireplace is a copy of an old English mantelpiece. Simplistic in design and straight lines for a minimalist appearance. This fireplace is available in any material or size.
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