The Best Electric Fires For Media Walls

Electric fires are a great way to provide warmth, ambience, and a focal point to your media wall. Most electric fire in media wall fireplaces employ LED lights to create dazzling fire effects. They also offer a lower amount of heat than traditional fireplaces.

They also have features such as open windows detection and ambient lighting kits that can sync with your music to create a stunning visual experience.

1. British Fires New Forest 1600

This fireplace is designed to provide stunning flame effects that stretches across the entire fire. With rich, real-fire colours that capture every detail of a wood log found in the New Forest National Park, this central piece is sure to transform your home. The distinctive logs have been constructed to the highest quality and sit on an earthy layer of wood chips.

The air-curtain's patented technology is designed to spread heat throughout your room effectively. Contrary to gas fires, which often require an open flue in order to function, electric fires operate without smoke or carbon monoxide emissions and provide an eco-friendly alternative.

A black trim option with anti-reflective glass on the front and premium real logs can be added to improve the appearance of this beautiful fireplace. The electric fire is available in a range of designs including corner, flush, and 3-sided.

This fire is perfect for a media-wall. Its small dimensions for framing allow you to install it into a pre-built mock wall, or you can remove the fireplace entirely and put it directly onto the wall using an optional wall mount kit.

This electric fire was inspired by the natural beauty in the New Forest of Hampshire. Its signature logs are crafted to the highest standard and capture every little detail that you would find on a wooded log in the New Forest National Park. The LED flame visuals, set against a background of wood chips and husks, create an authentic woodland scene which is both cozy and modern.

2. Elgin & Hall Pryzm Arteon 3SL

Designed to allow for the possibility of a 1 or three-sided installation straight out of the box, this striking electric fire that is a hole-in-the-wall is guaranteed to captivate and amaze. It features a stunning 5-D flame effect, as well as a stunning multi-LED effect fuel bed, with 13 colour options and rotation setting that makes it the perfect focal point for your media wall. Its discreet heater provides the perfect 1.5kW of heat that can be managed with a 7 day thermostat that can be programmed to adjust flame settings and the colour of the fuel bed.

The best media wall inset fire wall electric fireplaces are not only beautiful visual delights and are eco-friendly. By limiting their output of heat to just the amount of ambient warmth that you require they consume less energy, saving you money on your electricity bills. The "flame only" option lets you enjoy the hypnotic sway of the flames without having to increase the temperature, which is perfect for rooms that don't require the most heat.

Inset vs wall-hung

Inset and wall-mounted media wall electric fireplaces are two of the most popular styles. Inset models such as the Vision Futura 1500 and the Evonic Halo 1500 XT are recessed into a wall, offering a flush finish that blends seamlessly with the walls surrounding it. Inset electric fireplaces can be more expensive and require an opening already in place.

The most effective electric media wall fires like the Elgin & Hall Pryzm Arteon 3, are wall-hung. Since they don't sit inset into the wall, they don't require an opening in the wall and are relatively cheap to install. They are more flexible than inset electric fires with some models offering a wide range of different trims and finishes to suit your style. Wall-mounted models can still protrude from the wall and not suit all room designs. They also can hinder the flow of air in smaller spaces because they'll probably spread heat upwards instead of across the room.

3. Vision Futura 1500

Electric fires are the perfect addition to an entertainment wall. They create an element of interest that is captivating and a delight to be in front of. These modern fires are packed with modern features that can enhance your home. They have a flame-effect-only setting which saves energy, and a cooling option for summer nights.

A media wall is a dedicated space for your entertainment system, usually equipped with a TV and a sound system but may include gaming consoles or other devices that you regularly use. This kind of space is a modern response to the traditional entertainment centres of the past and can offer a sleek, organised aesthetic while also making floor space available in the room.

Most modern electric fireplaces for media cabinet with built in electric fireplace walls are fixed to the wall and can be either inset or freestanding depending on the style you select. An inset fire is designed to be inserted into the fireplace opening, which makes it easier to install and look more unified in your living spaces. Freestanding fires, like the Gallery Collection Hopton or Dimplex Danville, are perfect for those who don't have an opening in the fireplace. They can also be moved from room to room to make it more flexible.

Regardless of the installation method you select, always ensure the fire is close to a power socket so that you can connect it to the power source and test the functions prior to fitting. You'll also want to locate the fire away from flammable substances, as per the regulations.

Keep in mind that the majority of electric fires for media walls have a low heat output and are best used to add an additional source of heat to your central heating systems. They are not suited for heating large spaces, and are able to only warm up the room. Some models come with a convenient remote control with several different settings for heating and backlighting to suit your mood and atmosphere.

4. Evonic Halo 1500 XT

For those with limited space for a fireplace that is freestanding media wall electric fireplaces are the perfect alternative. These fires are powered with electricity, so you don't have to worry about gas lines or lugging in logs. You can manage them from the comfort of your sofa. They usually produce just enough warmth to ease the chill of the cold and make it more cozy.

A variety of sizes are available with these fires, meaning you can pick a fire that will fit perfectly on your wall. Some models can be mounted directly to the wall, while others are designed to fit in a recess or cavity. Inset models also tend to offer better heat distribution, as they aren't obstructed by chimneys.

If you go for a front-mounted model, the Evonic Halo 1500 XT (formerly Lita) has a larger flame picture to enhance its aesthetic appeal and provide extra visual depth. Smart integration that lets you control your fire via an app on your smartphone or tablet, is a further selling point. This is useful when you're away from home or on the go, as it helps to conserve energy.

If you're thinking about installing a media wall-fire in your living space, we suggest visiting one of our fireplace showrooms to see the Evonic Halo 1500 XT in action. We can also demonstrate how it's easy to set up and operate. Once you have taken precise measurements, compare them with product specifications in order to find the perfect fireplace for your media wall and fireplace wall. Our team of knowledgeable experts is on hand to help you, so call us today or pop into our Sale or Cheadle branch to find out more.

5. Celsi Electriflame VR Volare 1100

The Celsi Electriflame Volare 1100 suite is the most advanced in technology. It will transform your living space. With cutting-edge flame projection technology, this sleek electric fire suite delivers indistinguishable real flame elegance that will leave you and your guests awestruck.

Unlike traditional electric fireplaces, which display flame effects on a display at the back, our Electriflame range makes use of LED lighting to create the illusion of flames on the front, middle, and back of the fuel bed, resulting in an absolutely stunning effect. The result is an astonishingly realistic log fire effect, safely enclosed behind glass.

This wall mounted electric fire suite is perfect for people seeking a sleek and sophisticated look for their house, and it also provides the added benefit of being easy to install. This contemporary fire can be easily mounted on a flat wall. It comes with an easy bracket to install and is available in several chic colours.

The Electriflame VR Volare, like the rest of our electric fire suites, is simple to operate thanks to a number of smart controls that include thermostatic control and a seven-day timer. You can also take advantage of the 0.8kW heating power or choose to operate the unit on a flame-only setting.

Celsi Electriflame is the perfect option to add some flair to your media wall inset fire wall. It comes in a variety of fireplace suites, wall-mounted electric fires, and other styles that will fit in with any decor. Visit our showrooms in Cheadle or Stockport to view this sleek fire suite.