![]() Natural gas produces far less carbon emissions than coal generated grid electricity or burning wood, so if you live in *NSW, Queensland or Victoria (states that are heavily reliant on coal generated electricity) a gas fireplace can allow you to leave a lighter carbon footprint which is better for the environment. Gas is More Energy Efficient than Wood and Electricity The depth needed will depend on the model of gas fireplace you opt for, but most of the supplier websites show you the fireplace measurements and how much wall depth is required so you can map it out. Many gas fireplaces are only 40cm in depth, which is pretty minimal and something you’ll be able to work into most rooms easily. If you want a gas fireplace installed into your existing room, be mindful that you’ll need to build a small section of wall out to house the fireplace within. You’ll Need Some Depth in the Room if Retrofitting Not only does a solution like this warm both rooms, and create mood in both spaces, but it connects the zones together and allows for better design cohesion.īecause you can see through the fireplace to the adjoining room, it allows for connection and interaction between family members even though you’re not together in the one space. In TLC’s Hampton design project the client had a double-sided gas fireplace installed between their formal living room and home office and it was absolutely stunning. If your home is more modern, a rectangular gas fireplace raised off the floor with clean lines gives a sleek appearance and acts as a supporting player to the other elements in the room. This gives the room a classic feel with more visual interest. If your home is more traditional, choose a square shape with a mantle over the top and hearth underneath. The beauty of a gas fireplace is that you can choose the size and shape you want as well as design elements around it. ![]() Got kids or pets? You’ll find gas options are likely better for them as well because they won’t be hit with the embers wood fires cast off. That means that they’re not only better in terms of indoor air pollution, but you keep your health in-check too. Gas Fireplaces don’t contain the airborne particles that wood fires do. With a gas fireplace, you don’t get any mess around them, or permanent stains on surrounding brickwork that can bring down the overall look of your room either. Sparks and embers flying out the front of a wood fireplace can do serious damage to nearby walls, carpet and hard flooring. And if you’re a decor lover like me, you need your room to remain pretty! Not only do wood fireplaces take ages to warm up a room, but the mess that comes with them is not pretty. With a gas fireplace, just use your remote control (if your model comes with one) to turn it off and you’re good to sleep safely. It’s a journey before bed I do not wish to go down. ![]() Often, you’ll need to cover the wood with a thin layer of baking soda. With many wood fireplaces, you have to ensure all of the embers are out before you go to bed. Turning them on to heat the room is a cinch, but so is turning your gas fireplace off at the end of the night. You Can Turn Off a Gas Fireplace Immediately With gas fireplaces, a click of a button is all it takes to ignite the flames and get the room feeling warm and cosy in minutes – no lumberjack required! I grew up with traditional wood fireplaces and the amount of time it took to get the room warm was longer and more arduous than reading War and Peace.īetween the newspaper, jiffy firelighters, matches, logs and the prayers that it would all come together before it was time to go to bed it did not make for a snuggly evening experience. They Warm Up Your Room Instantly, No Work Required The real flames in gas fireplaces create a welcoming feel, and you can really draw the eye to it if you paint the wall around it. Placing one in the centre of a formal or everyday living room (TV or art mounted above – the choice is yours!) gives the space a distinct purpose without it dominating the area too much. In a zone like a living room, a gas fireplace is the perfect design element to anchor the space so you can build the room around it. I say it all the time, but every room needs a focal point. This post is produced in partnership with Australian Gas Networks. Because it’s all about gas, for so many reasons!īelow I’m delving into the lifestyle factors, enviro benefits and the chic-as-ever look of gas fireplaces, so you can confidently lock one in and settle in for a warm winter. ![]() And don’t get lured by an electric option either. But don’t be looking at the ember-throwing mess of an old-school wood fire. If you’ve been toying with the idea of installing a fireplace in your home, the time is now. I’m in the minority, I know! Nothing makes me more excited though than coming in from the cold to sit in front of a fireplace (red wine in hand anytime after 5pm). ![]()
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