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Our installation team had a satisfying Hole in the wall installation in Croydon recently.
The client chose a Nu Flame ICONA 600 hole in the wall gas fire, with coal effect fire bed. Together with the Marfil Deluxe frame. This was to replace their existing stone fireplace with an outset gas fire.
Following our site survey and acceptance of our quotation, we began work to transform their living room. To start, we disconnected the gas supply. Then removed the existing stone fireplace and outset gas fire. We then opened up the chimney to create space for the new gas fire.
Hole in the wall installation in Croydon
Hole in the wall installation in Croydon
Hole in the wall installation in Croydon
Once the opening was the correct width, we blocked up the base to form the support for the fire. The gas supply was run in, and the fire housing was positioned in the chimney opening. Next, the team fitted the gas fire and connected up the gas supply. Testing for leaks and pressure, once all tests were passed the gas fire could be set up. This involves positioning the fuel bed, checking the flame pattern and performing a draw test on the chimney.
Once this was complete, the Marfil Deluxe frame was installed, and the breast was plastered ready for decoration by the client.
If you would like a Hole in the wall installation in Croydon, contact us on 0208 663 3223
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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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John and Peter were looking for a new fire installation in Croydon, when they contacted us.
Peter had seen theNuFlame Energis Hole in the Wall (HIW) gas fire on our website. He hoped it would be perfect for their room. The house was newly built with a class 2 flue, so their choice of fire was restricted. They wanted an efficient gas fire to boost the heat in the Spring and Autumn months. As well as provide additional heat if required in the middle of winter. A new fire would improve the room with a proper focal point.
After a quick site survey, it was established that the fire installation in Croydon would be straight forward. Our fitter cut a hole in the plasterboard. Checked the draw in the chimney was suitable. Also that the existing termination was correct for the new fire.
On the day we cut away the plasterboard to expose the full chimney opening. Sealed the board and the cavity gap, then installed the new gas fire with the backing panel. Leaving the room ready for decoration by John and Peter.
Do you have a project that requires a new fire for fireplace?
Contact us on 020 8663 3223
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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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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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Nu-Flame have updated their Energis range of fires, to now include all of the standard open fronted fires. The range now incorporates the class leading Hotbox and Slimline models, with efficiency’s of between 67.9% and 79.7% dependent upon model. This sets the Energis range as the most efficient heat source for your room of any open fronted gas fire currently made today.
The Energis range updated means they are all available with either Nu Flames 3 button fully sequential high level touch control system, remote control or standard manual control. They are also suitable for most flue types from Class 1 to Pre-cast, making it one of the most versatile fires we sell.
Come and see the range in our Beckenham showroom and feel the difference for yourself.
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Nu Flame Arc front has been introduced to suit their current range of open fronted inset fire boxes.
The new Arc front fits the Ultra, Slimline and Hotbox fires, providing them with a more stylised look than the traditional flat or profile trims.
The new Arc trim still allows for use of the most popular hi level 3 button control option.
The Nu Flame Arc front is available in three finishes:
- Brushed steel
- Noir
- Phosphorus (shown)
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Nu Flame have launched the Nu Flame Silhouette trim to suit their current range of open fronted inset fire boxes.
The new Nu Flame Silhouette trim fits the Convector Ultra HE, Slimline Radiant HE and Hotbox HE fires, providing them with a more stylised look than the traditional flat or profile trims.
The new Silhouette trim still allows for use of the mist popular hi level 3 button control option.
The Nu Flame Silhouette trim is available in three finishes:
- Black/Brushed Stainless Steel
- Black/Polished Stainless
- Black/Brass
Flame Silouette options
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