Electric fireplace inserts are the primary components of a fireplace of the electric type. These contain the electric fireplace heater as well as the logs and lighting used to create the flame effect. A cheap electric fireplace may not include an insert so it must be purchased separately. With the wide selection of inserts available, individuals should be aware of what to look for if they need to add these items to their fireplaces.
Inserts have different measurements and these may not be the same for the front and back of the product. Therefore, the dimensions of both the front and back of the opening should be known in order to find a unit of the appropriate size. Location of the controls variants, with some units having a manual control at the top or bottom and others being operated remotely using a control mounted on a wall or held in the hand. User preference will determine which model is most appropriate.
The background of the unit is something else that varies between models. Some have a brick background, while others have brick side panels or an all black background. The glass located on the front may be fixed or take the form of glass doors that can be opened and closed. This glass is often clear but some models include tinted glass. It is also possible to find a mesh pull screen, which gives the insert the appearance of a traditional wood burning fireplace.
Trim bordering the logset area often hides the vents that provide heat to the room. Trim styles range from vintage looks to those that are textured and feature modern geometric designs. A certain size and style of insert may have more than one option when it comes to trim size and style. The more ornate the trim style, the more the observer's eye will be drawn to the area.
Although it may not be as important with a small electric fireplace, the type of logs and flame style may be key considerations for a larger free-standing electric fireplace. Logs may be arranged in various configurations and vary in terms of realism. Flames are often generated by traditional or LED lighting. These vary in their appearance, with the most modern having multi-colored flames.
For a truly original fireplace ambiance, shoppers can find inserts with stones and sand. The flames seem to emit directly from the sand and are perfectly spaced and of the same height, creating a uniform appearance. In addition to the multi-colored flame style, the flame color may be changeable, which results in a colorful light show. A product like this will be suitable for only the most contemporary style homes.
These are the various types of electric fireplace inserts and one will be more suitable than the others, depending on the size of the opening, style of the surrounding cabinet, and décor of the home. Anyone who needs to purchase an insert for an existing cabinet should take all aspects into consideration before ordering the item. The proper model will fit into the opening perfectly, complement the room, and provide years of use.
