Direct Fireplaces

10/06/2026

Myth: Media wall fireplaces all look the same... 👀

Not even close.

One of the biggest misconceptions about media walls is that they all end up looking identical. In reality, the style possibilities are huge.

The type of fire is important, but so are the materials, colours, lighting, storage and layout choices that shape the finished look.

Popular media wall styles for 2026 include:

🌿 Scandinavian Slatted Oak Wall

🖤 Dark Luxe with Marble Effect

🤍 Warm Neutral + Wide Electric Fire

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Contemporary Family Lounge with Storage

The biggest difference? The materials and finishes you choose. They completely change the feel of the space, even when using similar fire designs.

Which style would suit your home best?

👇 Let us know in the comments.

📸 Featured products: Evonic e-Lectra 1500 Hole-in-the-Wall Electric Fire and Dimplex Ignite Bold 50, 60 & 74 Inset Electric Fires (shown in flame-effect mode).

08/06/2026

05/06/2026

A beautiful fireplace is the heart of a living room, even when it isn't switched on.

While your gas fire enjoys a summer rest, it is the perfect window of opportunity to schedule its annual service. Keeping up with maintenance now ensures that when the nights draw in, you can switch it on instantly and enjoy a safe, flawless burn.

Is your fire ready for the colder months? Head to our website to explore our maintenance guides and expert tips.

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04/06/2026

NEW ARTICLE: What Makes an Electric Fire Look Cheap vs Premium? (And How to Get it Right)

A premium electric fire looks like a real fire. A cheap one looks like a screen. That's the simplest way to tell the difference.

❌ Budget electric fires often rely on flat, 2D flame effects, overly bright colours, and plastic logs that look lifeless when the fire isn't running.

✅ Premium electric fires use advanced multi-layered flame technology, realistic hand-painted logs, glowing ember beds and natural flame movement that closely replicates a real wood-burning fire.

The result? A fire that becomes a genuine feature in your room rather than just a glowing display.

If you're planning a media wall, fireplace renovation or simply upgrading your current fire, understanding these differences could save you from making an expensive mistake.

Take the time to understand exactly what separates a premium electric fire from a cheaper alternative, and the features worth looking for before you buy.

👉 Read more via the link below.

Not all electric fires deliver the same realism. Learn what separates cheap from premium and how to choose a fire that elevates your space.

30/05/2026

When you're short on space, every design decision matters. 🔥

That's exactly why hole-in-the-wall electric fires continue to be so popular.

They create a stunning focal point without taking up valuable floor space, making even smaller living rooms feel open, stylish and considered.

This British Fires New Forest 870 proves that you don't need a huge media wall or a large room to make a big impact.

Clean lines, beautiful flame visuals and a design that works with your space,

Would you choose a hole-in-the-wall fire over a traditional fireplace?

📸 British Fires New Forest 870 Hole in the Wall Electric Fire

23/05/2026

When you finally install your dream fire... and the living room is complete.

​A modern electric fire is the ultimate design hack for a setup like this one. Because it produces no intense upward heat, you can safely mount a TV directly above it without a chimney or flue. It gives you that instant soft ambiance at the touch of a button with zero structural mess.

​Why install during a dry spell? 🌞
Getting it done now means deliveries are seamless, any wall prep or painting dries in record time, and your space is fully ready before the autumn chill sets in.

​Clean, quiet luxury and perfectly styled.