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How to Combine a Media Wall and an Electric Fire
Media walls are a recent trend in interior design. They are bespoke stud wall frameworks that house integrated storage such as shelves, cabinets or drawers. They can also include appliances like an electric fire.
Add an extra dimension to your media wall with the Gazco eStudio 105R media wall electric fire. This stunning fire is recessed into the wall to give it a sleek, in-depth appearance. It offers striking flame effects, with or without heating.
TV Size
A media wall is a sophisticated way to incorporate the flat screen TV as well as an electric fire and custom storage into your living room decor. It is common for these stud wall installations to incorporate shelves, cupboards, and drawers along with the TV, creating a fully customised entertainment centre. The electric fire is typically the main feature of a media-wall. The correct size of a TV is crucial for this particular installation. You'll want a TV that's large enough to provide a sense of depth but not so big that it engulfs the fire or overwhelms the room.
Begin by measuring the wall space where you'll be installing your TV and fireplace. Draw this out to scale including doors, windows or furniture arrangements. This will give you the maximum dimensions of width and height within which you can design your media wall.
It is also essential to consider the way you plan to use your television and electric fire in conjunction. Film enthusiasts may want larger screens for a cinematic viewing experience, while those who only use the TV for leisure viewing are often able to get by with a smaller screen.
If you're planning to purchase an upgraded TV in the near future choosing one that is at the lower end of your ideal range will help to prevent your media wall from becoming outdated as technology improves. This will help you avoid having to redo your custom installation should your TV's specifications change.
If you're looking to purchase a premium pre-built media wall with 50-inches of Spectrum Series 3 sided fire included take a look at the Prestige Alpha 50. This built-in is manufactured in the UK, and delivered to you fully assembled. It will save you time and money by not having to perform any work on the site. The Alpha is available in a paint-ready finish which allows you to paint your own color.
Fireplace Size
Media walls are a rage trend in interior design. Many homeowners take this idea to the next level by installing an electric fireplace. The result is a stunning centerpiece that looks great and adds visual and warmth to the room.
There are a few things to consider when choosing an electric fire for your media wall and one of the most important is the fireplace's size. The fireplace must be big enough to accommodate the TV, which will be set just above the fire.
The ideal choice is to choose an electric fireplace that is the same width as your TV. This will give an elegant, neat finish to the fireplace since it will be seamlessly integrated into the TV recess. It is also possible to set up a fireplace slightly wider than the TV. This works too. This type of installation is very popular with the Gazco eStudio. It comes with a range of glass fitting options, so you can pick the one that is best for your home.
The Valor LEX2-S is another great option for this kind of installation, and it has blanking plates that permit you to keep either the right or left side of the fire open whilst enclosing the opposite side. You can choose which side you want to show, and you can also switch off the heat to have the flame effect whenever you need to.
Decorative Elements
When you are incorporating a media wall into your home, it's common to build custom wall frames that conceal televisions, soundbars, shelving and more, as well as electric fires for a truly integrated appearance. Power leads, aerial cables and more are easily hidden within these wall structures and provide a sleek look that is easy to maintain.
Our bestselling Luvelle slimline HD 3-sided electric fire place has been designed to blend seamlessly into modern media walls, without compromising their minimalist look. The tempered glass offers a comprehensive view of the stunning LED flames and provides versatility by allowing you to install the fire flush against your wall as a one-sided feature or enjoy it from various viewing angles.
You can alter the ambience of your home with our versatile LED mood lighting. This is a great way to highlight the wall fireplace or any other aspect of your interior design. It is controlled by the remote control of your electric fireplace.
Heating Needs
A media wall is not just a beautiful feature for your home, it's also a fantastic way to combine an electric fireplace with a TV in one neat installation. Some go even further, including shelves, a soundbar and integrated storage into their bespoke wall of studs. For a more sophisticated finish you can consider an inset electric fire with built-in heating. This makes it a great option for TVs with built-ins and lets you install the electric fireplace directly beneath your screen, eliminating the need for unsightly cables or combustible materials.
A lot of inset electric fires come with an 'only flame effect' setting that lets you experience the captivating visual effects of dancing flames, without generating any heat. Certain electric fires come with several settings that let you manage the intensity of the flames and create a relaxing or vibrant ambience. You can also choose an option that is 'heat-only' that will provide a gentle background warmth, perfect for those who want to add a little extra warmth to their home without having to pay for energy.
You can add a touch of elegance to your media wall by incorporating an intelligent fireplace that can be operated by remote or an app. You can use these features to dim the flame effects and turn the heat up or down and some models keep a pre-set temperature for the room. Window detection for open windows is another handy feature, detecting sudden drops in room temperature that indicate that an outside door or window has been left ajar. The fire will then reduce or shuts off its output in order to conserve energy.
A few inset electric fireplaces have a an attractive recessed plug socket that allows you to conceal cables. This allows users to reach the plug sockets. The Gazco eStudio105R is an excellent choice, as it has a recessed powerpoint with an innovative cable-tidy method that prevents the wires from blocking the plug. fireplacesandstoves.uk to check your electrical configuration prior to installing a media wall, however, as you may need to move plug sockets or install new ones to supply electricity to your TV and electric fire.