PROS
- Turns on immediately with
the flick of a switch. - Easy to install.
- Needs no flue.
- Leaves no mess.
- Display can be customised
to suit your taste. - Instant fuel source from
mains power.
CONS
- Less efective than gas or
wood-burners. - Less eicient as a heat
source. - May need a back-up source
of heat. - Lacks cosy ambience of real
flame burners.
ELECTRIC
Electric ireplaces have improved
recently and now ofer a higher level of
heat output than older versions.
hey also use power-saving LED
lighting to mimic lames to look like
the real thing.
Like gas, electric ireplaces turn on
instantly with the lick of a switch and
most styles can be plugged into a power
point with minimal efort.
hey tend to be less efective as
heaters but they don’t need a lue, which
makes them suitable for apartments.Ethanol burners add visual appeal
and sophistication to a living space.96 JULY 2018 Australian Handyman
SAFETY TIP
Take care when refilling
an ethanol fireplace
because the fuel is
highly flammable and
can cause burns if the
heater is still hot.