Chimney sweeping has played an essential role in British homes for centuries. Closely tied to the rise of fireplaces and solid fuel heating, the profession has evolved from a dangerous necessity into a modern, regulated trade focused on safety, efficiency, and heritage preservation. The Rise of Chimneys in Britain Before the Middle Ages, most homes […]
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Spring is the perfect time to upgrade your home, and the Evonic Fires Spring Sale makes it easier than ever. Save up to £290 on selected electric fires but hurry, this offer ends Tuesday 31st March. Choose from premium electric fires that bring warmth, style, and convenience to any room. With cutting-edge flame technology, these […]
What’s New in Our Showroom This February? We’re excited to unveil three stunning new electric fires that truly impress: the Capital-Solution Fires, Mulberry and Elegance freestanding electric stoves, plus the Gazco Onyx Mirage 40i inset electric fire. Capital Mulberry Electric Stove The Mulberry combines classic stove styling with cutting-edge TrueFlame 3DX technology, delivering ultra-realistic 4K […]
Electric fires offer a brilliant alternative to traditional fireplaces in homes and commercial properties where having a chimney is not an option. Let’s have a look at the evolution of the flame effect, how the electric fires evolved from the early stages to today’s sophisticated fires with highly realistic flame pictures and features. The electric […]
We’re back and open again, ready to start the year. We hope 2026 is off to a great start for you. Whether you’re planning a new fireplace for your home or looking to upgrade your current one, our team is here to help every step of the way. From choosing the right style to finding […]
As the year draws to a close, we’ve been reflecting on what a fantastic year it has been. From the launch of new products and our summer sales, to helping customers design some truly great fireplaces, it’s been a busy and exciting year for us. We would like to take this opportunity to say a […]
If you’re burning kiln dried or properly seasoned wood with a moisture content below 20% and using your stove’s air controls correctly, the stove glass should remain clear. However, occasionally a log may roll too close to the glass, leaving behind an unsightly soot mark. In many cases, continued burning will naturally burn off the […]
If you own a wood-burning or a multi-fuel stove, the type of firewood you use makes a huge difference – not just in terms of heat output, but also stove efficiency, fuel economy, and emissions. Two common types of firewood are kiln-dried logs and seasoned logs, but what’s the difference between them, and which one […]
Having an open fire at home brings a sense of warmth and nostalgia — but if you live in London, you can’t just throw any old log into the grate. Due to the city’s status as a Smoke Control Area, there are strict rules about what you can and can’t burn in an open fire. […]
When shopping for a wood-burning or multi-fuel stove, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by industry jargon – especially terms like “Ecodesign” and “DEFRA Exempt”. Both relate to stove emissions and environmental standards, but they refer to different regulations and serve distinct purposes. Let’s have a look at both in more detail. What Is an Ecodesign […]