The electric fireplace built-in is a heating system that replicates the appearance of a traditional fireplace. It is efficient in its heating power, while consuming less energy than a gas or wood heater. It adds character and warmth to your interior with the illusion of flames. This jewel in terms of supplementary heating is really practical to use and maintenance. it is also environmentally friendly and economical thanks to its operation.
So that you can find out and find the best electric fireplace for you:
How a built-in electric fireplace works?
An electric built-in fireplace is aesthetically similar to a traditional fireplace, but the heating system is electric.
It reproduces the visual aspect of a wood-burning fireplace with an LED lighting system. The flames inside the fireplace burn on logs, a detail that reinforces their realism; they instantly warm your living space. The aesthetics of an electric fireplace change your interior, creating a convivial atmosphere thanks to the effects of the flames and its cladding which perfectly simulate a traditional fireplace. There are several styles of electric fireplaces. So you can find the perfect decorative fireplace for your home. Are you more modern, unusual, vintage, classic or traditional? Choose from our selection of electric fireplace built-in.
What about the heat? The heat created by an electric fireplace comes from an electric fan heater. It is made of a thermal convector and an electric resistance. A fan is used to distribute the warm air throughout the room. The fire in the fireplace is not real, which on the one hand allows to avoid the risk of fire or burns. On the other hand, the lining and glass of the electric fireplace are not hot, which saves you from all the disadvantages of a wood-burning fireplace. No need to cut or store wood, no maintenance is required as there is no ash to clean, and you don’t need to bother with lighting and stoking a fire.
How to install an electric fireplace built-in?
An electric fireplace insert must be inserted in the hearth of an old fireplace, or in a wall or piece of furniture designed for this purpose. The most important thing for an electric fireplace is to be close to a power supply, so that it can be plugged in to work. It is perfectly acceptable to install an electrical socket in the opening for the device, which allows the plug to be concealed. It is advisable keep all electronic and electrical equipment away from the electric fireplace, in order to avoid damage to them.
It is also important to consider the space needed for air circulation around the fireplace. If it is to be installed inside an old wood-burning fireplace, you may need to do some work to adapt the latter to the particularities of the device. On the other hand, no chimney flue is needed, as there is no smoke or soot.
Electric fireplaces are practical and easy to install and are often sold ready to use. However, depending on the model, you may need to fix the device securely, for example with dowels.
What are the different types of built-in electric fireplaces?
There are several types of built-in electric fireplaces. It all depends on the conditions under which you make your purchase: The surface to be heated, the space available, the opening where your appliance will be installed and other particularities must be taken into account. There are several shapes and sizes of built-in electric fireplaces, which vary in height, width and depth. It should also be borne in mind that the weight of the electric fireplace increases with its size.
Also, the heating power is different for each model and must be taken into account in order to adapt it to the surface to be heated. It is advisable to calculate the heating capacity according to the space to be heated, for example: 1 kW for 10 m².
Two heating modes are available: the majority of the units work with forced air, with resistors creating the heat and a fan which is used to distribute the warm air in the room. Other electric fireplaces work with a radiant heating system.
The visual aspect should also be taken into account. In order to fit in with your interior and meet your wishes and needs, There are various models in different styles and colours.
Our built-in electric fireplaces:
Built-in fireplace 3D 152cm
Original price was: 899.00 €.809.10 €Current price is: 809.10 €.
3D electric fireplace insert
499.00 €
Oxford XL 2000W electric insert
339.00 €
Oxford 2000W electric fireplace insert
Original price was: 249.00 €.224.10 €Current price is: 224.10 €.
Elysée Infinity 228cm built-in electric fireplace
Original price was: 1 299.00 €.999.00 €Current price is: 999.00 €.
Elysée 5XL 2000W built-in electric fireplace
Original price was: 899.00 €.799.00 €Current price is: 799.00 €.
Élysée 3XL built-in electric fireplace
Original price was: 699.00 €.594.00 €Current price is: 594.00 €.
Élysée XXL built-in electric fireplace
Original price was: 499.00 €.399.00 €Current price is: 399.00 €.
You may also be interested in wall-mounted electric fireplaces. This type of electric fireplace is fixed to the wall, as are the large electric fireplaces.
There are also electric fireplaces to be installed and nomadic electric fireplaces.
What is the power consumption of an electric fireplace built-in?
An electric fireplace consumes very little energy. The lighting of a built-in electric fireplace, essential for flame effects, consumes almost nothing. Regarding heating consumption, it varies according to the model and its heating power. It is 1 kWh per kilowatt, given that the price of a kilowatt-hour of electricity is currently €0.1765. An appliance with a heating capacity of 3 kW consumes 3 kWh. Heating a 30 m² room would therefore cost about 50 ct per hour.
It should be noted that an electric fireplace is much more environmentally friendly than a traditional one. In fact, an electric fireplace built-in is very environmentally friendly because electricity is less polluting than the carbon dioxide generated by the use of conventional fireplaces. The electric fireplace is therefore an excellent alternative to gas or bioethanol fireplaces.
What are the options and decorations of an electric fireplace built-in?
An electric fireplace has a big aesthetic advantage. It allows you to heat your home in a practical way thanks to the heating system, but also thanks to its visual aspect. The sight of the flames dancing between the logs in the hearth of your electric fireplace insert is enough to instantly warm up your room and give it a warm and welcoming atmosphere. There are many models, types, styles, colours, textures, finishes, options and accessories for your electric fireplace. In short: a wide range of products, allowing you to find the rare pearl for your interior, and to personalise and adapt it to your needs.
The choice of colour is very important, the electric fireplace built-in must fit in well with your decor, while standing out: a good contrast and some colour will enhance both your electric fireplace and your interior.
To further enhance the illusion and maintain the convivial atmosphere, it is entirely possible to complete the decoration of the electric fireplace with accessories.
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