Halloween has been and gone, and suddenly, it feels like Christmas is right around the corner. In a matter of weeks ‘Chestnuts roasting on an open fire’ will be on the radio, and you’ll start feeling a serious need for warmth and coziness.
Many homeowners agree that a fire adds so much to their homes. Some people will be dreaming of a fireplace just in time for Christmas. Although the traditional wood fire is tempting, here are 5 advantages of going electric.
1. Simple and Easy to Maintain
Some families may be daunted by the efforts required to install and maintain a traditional wood fire. Thankfully, the electric fire can operate in just the same capacity with less maintenance.
When looking at free-standing fireplaces, it is important to take into consideration the heat-capacity, user-friendliness, and high-quality safety features according to TEH. You want to research at a range of reviews of electric fireplaces for exactly these features.
With electric fireplaces, you don’t need to remodel the house or knock anything down to install one. Since they do not burn real wood, there is no chimney to clean or ash to sweep. You can plug in the device and leave it to stand wherever you chose.
2. Creates a Festive Atmosphere
Family homes are always looking to create a warm, comforting, and ambient atmosphere. Wherever you are in the home, the fireplace has always been the best spot for Christmas trees, stockings, and decorations.
We usually find Christmas gifts for the family there, and your fire acts as the heart of the home when it’s cold. When your family Christmas is being spent indoors, an electric fireplace offers a cheerful place to gather around the flames with your loved ones, play with your pets, or enjoy some alone time with a book.
3. Safe for Your Family
When the celebrations are in full swing, everyone is doing their best to relax without any stress. With a wood fire, it is natural to have safety concerns. They can be extremely hot, and if not properly guarded, they can emit toxic fumes. These fumes are very dangerous for children and elderly parents with respiration issues.
When you opt for electric, you can be assured that children won’t be getting their hands in the fire, nor will your parents be breathing in smoke. Despite electric providing heat, they are often cool to touch, so the children, grandparents, and pets won’t be hurt if they get too near.
If you decide to go out for a stroll or accidentally leave it on overnight, most appliances now have an automatic shut-off setting. This will put your mind to rest.
4. Lots of Choice Available
A huge bonus of purchasing an electric fire is the wide range of choices available to you. Whatever your style is, there is always a fireplace to suit you. This means you can get the right feel for a fire that fits your mood for Christmas.
For those living in an apartment, there used to be a worry that you can’t have a natural fire in your home. But now, you can enjoy an electric fire throughout the festive season.
5. Cheaper to Run
Installation of some fireplaces can be very expensive. For many people, the installation and material costs just aren’t worth it. Electric fireplaces are much more affordable to buy and install.
Christmas is an expensive time. Throughout winter, some of your energy bills may rise with constant use of your home’s heating.
If you wish to heat just the room you are occupying, an electric fireplace will do this without drastically increasing your bill. That way, you can unwind and enjoy your Christmas.
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