Electric fireplaces have come a long way in recent years.
If you’re weighing up fireplace options, electric is likely part of the conversation.
Gas, wood and electric all have their place. It usually comes down to how you want to use the space, what’s practical for your home and how much complexity you’re willing to take on.
Electric fireplaces have become an increasingly popular option within that mix, not as a replacement for other types, but as a simpler, more flexible alternative in the right setting.
Real Flame Ignite Evolve 2500 Electric Fire
A simpler way to add a fireplace
One of the biggest advantages of electric fireplaces is how straightforward they are.
There’s no need for a flue or gas connection, and in most cases, installation is significantly less complex than traditional options. That makes them ideal for existing homes, apartments or spaces where structural changes aren’t practical.
It also gives you more flexibility in where they can be placed, whether that’s a living room feature wall, a bedroom or even a more compact space like an office.
Escea LE800 Holographic Electric Fireplace
Designed to suit the way we live now
Modern electric fireplaces are built with both form and function in mind.
Across the range, you’ll find everything from compact wall-mounted units through to larger inbuilt and linear fireplaces designed to anchor open-plan living areas. There are also traditional-style electric log fires that bring a more classic feel without the complexity of wood or gas.
Many of the latest models now incorporate holographic flame technology, creating a far more convincing flame effect than earlier electric fires. Combined with adjustable settings and the ability to run the flame independently of heat, they’re designed to deliver atmosphere as much as warmth, year-round.
Rinnai EL Holographic Electric Fire
What you’ll find in our range
At Subiaco Restoration, we carry a curated selection of electric fireplaces suited to different spaces and styles.
That includes:
- inbuilt linear fireplaces for modern feature walls
- freestanding and log-style units for more traditional interiors
- compact electric fires suited to bedrooms or smaller living areas
Across the range, you’ll find options with realistic LED and holographic flame effects, adjustable heat output and flexible installation, making it easier to match the right unit to your space.
Whether you’re after something subtle or a more architectural statement, there’s flexibility in both size and finish to suit your home.
25 working displays to interact with at the Subiaco Restoration showroom
Practical, low-maintenance performance
Electric fireplaces offer a consistent and controllable source of heat, ideal for everyday living areas.
It’s worth being clear, though – while the technology continues to improve, they’re not designed to deliver the same level of heat output as gas or wood fireplaces. Instead, they work best as a targeted, supplementary heat source.
For many homes, that’s part of the appeal. You’re adding warmth and atmosphere without needing to heat the entire house.
With no combustion, there’s also no ash, no smoke and no ongoing servicing requirements. You get the visual impact of a fireplace without the upkeep, which makes them a practical, low-maintenance option for modern living.
A considered choice
Electric fireplaces aren’t about replacing every other option. They’re about offering a solution for homes where ease of installation, clean design and everyday usability matter, they’re a smart and increasingly popular choice.
If you’re considering one for your home, it’s worth seeing them in person.
We’ve got working displays in our showroom so you can get a feel for how they look and perform within a space, and chat with the team to find the right fit.
Or you can browse the full range online and explore what’s available here.