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Can I get a made to measure gas fire to fit my existing fireplace?
Yes these are called made-to-measure, custom or bespoke gas fires. There are a number of benefits to going down this route:
- Perfect fit: A made to measure gas fire will fit perfectly into your fireplace. Eliminating the need for any modifications to the op.ening.
- Variety of options: Choose from a variety of features and finishes. Creating a gas fire that complements your décor. This includes things like the type of fuel bed (coals, logs, pebbles), control type (manual, wall switch, remote)
- Modern look: Made-to-measure gas fires offer a very modern look and feel. With features like realistic flames and glowing embers. Remote control.
- Re Use: A made to measure gas fire will enable you to re use an existing fireplace or fire basket. Thus saving money on the overall project.
Here are some resources to help you find your perfect bespoke gas fire:
- Use our online form: Should you not live near our showroom you can click here to be taken to our custom made gas fires page. Input your dimensions and we will get back to you with a price and lead time. Once your made to measure gas fire is ready we will ship direct to your door.
- Give us a call: call Nigel on 0208 663 3223 for expert advice on your made to measure fire.
- Visit our Showroom: Visit our fireplace showroom where we can discuss your requirements in person. And provide you with a tailored quotation for the supply and installation of your new bespoke gas fire.
Important safety note:
All our made to measure gas fires must be installed by a qualified fitter. Not local to us ensure you ask your installer about the installation process. Ensuring they have certified GasSafe fitters who will carry out this work.
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Gas fires can offer several advantages for homes:
Convenience and ease of use:
Unlike wood burners, gas fires require no chopping, storing, or carrying of logs. They can be turned on and off with a switch or remote, providing instant heat and eliminating the need for constant tending.
Cleanliness:
Gas fires burn without producing ash or soot, reducing mess and simplifying cleaning. This can be especially beneficial for allergy sufferers or those who dislike the dusty residue associated with traditional fireplaces.
Efficiency:
Modern gas fires are highly efficient at converting fuel into heat, minimising energy waste and potentially lowering heating bills. Some balanced flue models can achieve efficiency ratings of up to 85%.
Cost-effectiveness:
While gas prices can fluctuate, they can sometimes be cheaper than electricity, especially when considering the high efficiency of modern gas fires.
Safety:
Modern gas fires come equipped with various safety features, including automatic shut-off mechanisms and flame failure devices, offering peace of mind for homeowners.
Ambiance and aesthetics:
Gas fires can create a warm and inviting atmosphere in a home, similar to a traditional fireplace. They come in a variety of styles and designs to complement different decors.
Versatility:
Gas fires can be installed in various locations within a home, even in rooms without a chimney, thanks to flueless options. This flexibility allows for greater design freedom.
Convenience and ease of use:
Unlike wood burners, gas fires require no chopping, storing, or carrying of logs. They can be turned on and off with a switch or remote, providing instant heat and eliminating the need for constant tending.
Cleanliness:
Gas fires burn without producing ash or soot, reducing mess and simplifying cleaning. This can be especially beneficial for allergy sufferers or those who dislike the dusty residue associated with traditional fireplaces.
Efficiency:
Modern gas fires are highly efficient at converting fuel into heat, minimising energy waste and potentially lowering heating bills. Some balanced flue models can achieve efficiency ratings of up to 85%.
Cost-effectiveness:
While gas prices can fluctuate, they can sometimes be cheaper than electricity, especially when considering the high efficiency of modern gas fires.
Safety:
Modern gas fires come equipped with various safety features, including automatic shut-off mechanisms and flame failure devices, offering peace of mind for homeowners.
Ambiance and aesthetics:
Gas fires can create a warm and inviting atmosphere in a home, similar to a traditional fireplace. They come in a variety of styles and designs to complement different decors.
Versatility:
Gas fires can be installed in various locations within a home, even in rooms without a chimney, thanks to flueless options. This flexibility allows for greater design freedom.
Conclusion:
As you can see Gas fires can offer several advantages for homes, however it’s important to note that gas fires also have some drawbacks. Such as the need for an annual service and potential concerns about carbon monoxide emissions. It’s crucial however to ensure proper installation, ventilation, and maintenance for safe and efficient operation.
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Our Easter Gas Fire Scrappage Scheme runs from now until 30th April 2018, trade in your old Gas Fire against a brand new more efficient gas fire.
Choose from many different styles and brands of fire, all fitted with the latest technology to save you money. Take advantage of the easter gas fire scrappage scheme and be ready to save on gas bills next winter.
With efficiencies of up to 88% on some fires, not only will they be cheaper to run, they will also heat your room more effectively than your existing fire. The improved fuel matrix look just as realistic on low as they do on high, meaning you will be able to turn down the flames, keeping the good looks and saving money!
Call us on 020 8663 3223 or pop in for more details on how you can save.
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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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Warming up your living room with a fireplace has been a common tradition in homes across the world for hundreds of years. However, more recently, gas fires have increased in popularity to become the most widely used fireplace in domestic and commercial environments. This article will detail the history of the gas fireplace, looking at why it has become so popular, and the developments gas fires have seen over the course of its existence.
Gas fires first came into prominence as a popular alternative for wood burning fires due to their efficiency and cleanliness. Wood burning fires created a lot of smoke and ash, whereas gas fireplaces removed these by-products entirely; providing a cleaner, more efficient fireplace. The relative speed of which the gas fire could alight was a great improvement on the gradual lighting of a traditional fireplace. The first gas fireplace is estimated to have been produced as early as 1895, using the method of heating a cast-iron carcass that projected heat out into the room.
Although gas fires may have suffered from a lack of aesthetic authenticity compared to the beautiful natural flames of a wood burning stove, recent developments of the gas fireplace have provided homeowners with realistic-looking ‘living flame’ fires. the gas fire flames look incredibly realistic and add an extra layer of atmosphere and authenticity to gas fireplaces. As well as the fires themselves, there are now countless fireplaces that enhance their appearance and help them become the focal point of a room together with hole in the wall fireplaces and hole in the wall gas fires.
As with a lot of new innovations, the price was originally a sticking point for a lot of people as it was relatively expensive compared to traditional fires. However, over time, the price of these fires has dropped quite considerably, making them much more affordable and therefore more common in domestic and commercial environments.
At the Gas fireplace, we are proud to stock a wide range of beautiful gas fires and surrounds to suit any need. We stock a variety of fireplaces, including both inset and outset models, plus balanced flue fires. Our team of experienced, Gas Safe Registered professionals can install your fire quickly and efficiently, ensuring that you can enjoy the benefits of your new fireplace as soon as possible. For more information about our range of gas fires or any of our other fireplaces, browse our website today Give us a call or pop along to our shop in Beckenham and talk to one of our friendly, helpful staff.
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The Importance of gas fire servicing. All gas appliances should be serviced once a year for your safety.
A Gas fire service will ensure your fire is set up properly and that all the products of combustion are being extracted into the chimney correctly. Not spilling dangerous carbon monoxide (CO) into your room. It will also ensure that your fire continues to provide the maximum heat it can. Fires that are not serviced will suffer a drop in heat production, as they won’t burn cleanly.
Over time, with the constant expansion and contraction. This affects the coals as they settle and the fire flame picture suffers. The service will include removal of the coals and burner bed also a repaint of the coals to make them look as new. The fire will then be relaid and tested so that it looks as good as it did the day it was installed.
Some of the signs to look out for when your gas fire needs servicing are;
- a build up of soot on the coal
- black streaks on the wall or fireplace from the top of the fire
- difficulty in lighting
- the fire won’t stay alight for long
Gas fire servicing MUST be carried out by a GasSafe registered engineer, details of your local engineer can be found on the GasSafe website. Should you live locally to Beckenham and Bromley, Orpington, Dulwich Eltham then we also carry out gas fire servicing.
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