What’s in a Fireplace mantel?
Did you know that the fireplace mantel, mantelpiece or chimneypiece actually originated in medieval times as a hood that projected over a grate to catch the smoke from an open fire? Nowadays we more commonly use the term to reference the decorative framework around a fireplace which can include elaborate designs extending far beyond the original fireplace opening. For many centuries, the mantelpiece... [Read more]
Introducing the awesome high efficiency Avelli gas fire suite!
Wow! This new fire suite from Kinder is a truly stunning piece of design! Specifically designed to fit the average sized living room, this is a complete fire suite that combines a high quality surround and a fabulous, realistic log effect, high efficiency (HE) gas fire. The surround comes in a choice of Limestone or Travertine and the fire back is a cream ribbed design. The Kinder Avelli is designed... [Read more]
Want inspiration, ideas and advice to improve your home?
Whether you’re dreaming of building your perfect house, planning a renovation, or simply decorating, and want to discover loads of ideas all under one roof, then a trip to the Homebuilding & Renovating shows could be the perfect answer. This is a well established national series of events and wherever you are within the country there wil be a show near to you. The next one takes place this month... [Read more]
Your fireplace ….. how it all started…..
For centuries fireplaces have been a central household feature, however their primary function historically was for cooking rather than heat. Ancient fire pits were sometimes built in the ground in the centre of a hut or dwelling and smoke ideally escaped through holes in the roof but was more than often blown back into the room. Chimneys, invented much later, partially fixed this problem and were... [Read more]
Glo Eco Briquettes – fuel for your stove that warms you and not your planet!
As you drive around the countryside right now and during the next few weeks you cannot help but notice the brilliant carpets of yellow flowers that distinguish the landscape. What you may not know is that an entrepreneurial farming family from Yorkshire is turning this crop into an eco-friendly briquette to burn on your multifuel stove! Wharfe Valley rape is grown on the farm in Collingham for the... [Read more]
Get in tune with the Melody gas fire from Flavel
The Melody gas fire from Flavel is a fantastic slimline inset radiant fire. Its slimline proportions mean that you can install it into almost any flue including a pre-cast flue. The beauty of this lovely fire with its living flame effect is its impressive trim and fret .Pictured is the Melody with a silver trim and Royale silver and black fret that gives it a really strong presence on the hearth. A... [Read more]
Worst winter in UK since 1979
Verine Atina HE hole in the wall gas fire with wide silver fascia Much of the UK has been blanketed in heavy snow this winter January too has experienced very low temperatures. Forecasters have predicted that the UK is likely to see its coldest winter in 30 years. The Met Office has issued a record number of alerts through the period which have been helping to keep people abreast of the latest cold... [Read more]
High Efficiency electric fires – helping your pocket and your carbon footprint
Flavel has always had a reputation as a manufacturer of some of the most efficient fires on the market and have now set new industry standards with the introduction of the new Flavel HE high efficiency Ultiflame electric fire range. The objective is to combine exceptional heat output with lower running costs compared to standard electric fires. Flavel Ultiflame fires use innovative technology to create... [Read more]
Flavel – a gas fire brand with heritage!
Demonstrating that Flavel fires really do stand the test of time, we invite you to view their range of Outset gas fires! Whilst these fires might not ring the bell when it comes to high end interior design, the fact remains that Flavel Outset gas fires are super efficient boasting heat outputs of up to 5.2kW and an incredible 84% net efficiency. The Flavel Misermatic has been around many a long year... [Read more]
Using stoves in Smoke Control Areas
Portway stoves are exempt from Smoke Control Legislation Great news! Stoves from leading UK stove manufacturer Portway stoves now carry independently tested CE approval to standard BS en 13240 and are so efficient and clean burning they have received DEFRA’s recommendation for exemption from the Clean Air act 1993. Portway stoves are labelled with the Exempt symbol and can be used in Smoke Control... [Read more]
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