Looking to put a gas fire into our extension.
Originally I wanted an open type that you could physically touch the flames . I would prefer not to get the glass fronted type that look a bit artificial to me and I certainly don't want a big fireplace surround for it.
However, having now done a day of touring showrooms it would appear that I now want a balanced flue one (ie straight out the back), I don't want the open type as these need an electric fan on them to remove the fumes and much of the heat with them. I am also told they can be draughty as well when they are not on. And noisy when they are on (I did witness this).
The balanced flue seems to be around the 75-85% efficiency whereas aome of the other type are well below 50 and thats only the ones that they actually give efficiency ratings for!
So it looks like we have gone full circle and will be looking at the "landscape" shape glass fronted fires.
Does anyone have any comments, suggestions etc on whether the above advice I have been given is accurate, have your own experiences etc etc.
Any input much appreciated!
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Gas Fires new
Gas Fires new
