Recommended Best Budget Buy
Smeg retro 1950s design wall mounted gas / LPG fire.
Read Smeg Review here... Flueless gas fires are very popular as they are relatively simple to install, can be used virtually anywhere and be fitted at a fraction of the cost and time it takes to fit a conventional gas fire. We have selected our best budget buy as what we believe is the best value for money versatile gas fire available, without compromising on quality or style. This flueless catalytic model is available in natural gas (2.5kW or LPG (2.2kW) versions it can be used in any room (not bath or bedrooms) over 12 m3 as long as the room is vented correctly, venting is explained in our Gas Fire Buying Guide. The Smeg Retro is more economical than a traditional fire as flueless gas fires are 100% efficient, the best balanced flue fires are 85% efficient. This means every penny you spend on fuel is turned into usable heat with and none of that heat is wasted by venting it out through a flue. It comes in a variety of colours and you can purchase the surround separately if you are redecorating you can change the surround to suit or choose This Smeg gas fire is so easy to fit you can take it with you when you move home. It is made by one of Europes leading manufacturers, Smeg Group, an Italian home appliance manufacturer which has been trading for over 60 years. Smeg UK was established in 1989 and is based in Abingdon Oxfordshire, they have been supplying premium domestic appliances across the UK for more than 20 years. Smeg appliances are widely regarded as tasteful and elegant products which combine effortlessly to compliment your mood and style renowned for good design, robust build and solid guarantees. Efficiency 100% . Oxygen depletion sensor & flame failure safety system Dimensions: Height 55cm, Width 80cm Wide, Depth18.6cm. Read Less
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Best Buy Flued Gas Fire
The Flavel Firenza Gas Fire Read Review The Flavel company was established as an iron foundry in 1777 and have been making cooking and heating appliances for 300 years. Today Flavel gas fires are manufactured by BFM Europe in England in a purpose-built manufacturing All Flavel Gas Fires carry a 7-year comprehensive guarantee against manufacturing & material defects, Inc. parts and labour. The compact and economical Flavel Firenza can be wall hung or mounted in an existing hearth, the controls are simple and mounted on the top with a push to light dial which rotates to raise and lower the heat, at the maximum output it consumes 5.2Kw and delivers 3.4Kw heat energy, running at 75% efficiency. This is a good quality well made basic gas fire which meets all current safety standards, with an Airwatch system and a flame supervision device and is suitable for all chimney types Available in bronze or black finish. Depending on settings the running costs for this gas fire can be as low as 3p per hour! For natural gas only. Read Less
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Best Buy Flued 'Hole In The Wall' Gas Fire
Pinnacle Royal 860 HE Read Review Our gas fire reviews are not about the cheapest, they the best we can find in a particular category. At just over £1000 we believe this fire is good value for the money. Hole in the wall type gas fires are mounted into a slot cut into an existing chimney breast and are flued up the chimney. In some cases, walls are built especially to fit this type of gas fire into and a flue is either specially made or a balanced flue model is used. We think that it is better to use a superior model that delivers in style, quality and usability than to get a cheaper one that may not fulfil all requirements, which is why we recommend the Pinnacle Royal 860 HE currently on sale from B&Q. This is a high-efficiency gas fire (85%) delivering a powerful 4.75 kW max heat, enough for a decently insulated 75m3 room. Available in either graphite grey or black trim, glass-fronted with a black ceramic lined firebox. What makes this gas fire stand out is the log effect flame bed, we found the working fire we examined to be stunning (see video below) and it's supplied with a fully sequential remote flame control that adjusts it from a flickering flame to roaring fire, if you are looking for that signature gas fire this is it! You also have the added protection of the manufacturers own 5-year guarantee. Suitable for natural gas only. Read Less
This type of gas fire is usually chosen for aesthetic purposes, as a dramatic signature point in a larger room.
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Best Buy Outset Balanced Flue Gas Fire
The Flavel Emberglow, 4.3 kW. Read the Emberglow Review here This Emberglow balanced flue model can be fitted on any outside facing wall, or if preferred be mounted in an existing hearth. It is traditionally styled in black with brass detail and has a stunning burning coal effect flame bed. With its coal flame bed and elegant traditional styling, it will enhance any room and creates a stunning focal point. The fire has a 'constant on' pilot light with simple electronic touch controls for lighting the main burner and regulating the heat. It delivers 4.3kW heat energy, running at 86.9% efficiency. There are cheaper balanced flue fires available but we believe that this is a top-quality, well-made gas fire and with regular yearly servicing, there is no reason why the Emberglow fire cannot last for 20 years +. All Flavel Gas Fires carry a 7-year comprehensive guarantee against manufacturing & material defects, Inc. parts and labour. Standard flued Natural gas and LPG models also available. Read Less
