10 Reasons to Buy an Electric Fireplace This Winter

From saving money to staying healthy, electric fireplaces have tons of benefits that we bet you didn’t know about! Keep reading to learn some surprising facts and why they are the best choice for your home this winter (or any season)!

1. Better for Your Airways

Wood-burning fireplaces release dangerous fumes (like carbon monoxide) into your home. Even logs that produce less smoke will still result in harmful pollutants that decrease the air quality in your home.

An electric fireplace, however, doesn’t emit any hazardous byproducts, which is a relief for those with allergies and medical conditions like asthma. Plus, infrared heat doesn’t dry out the air, giving everyone’s sinuses a break from those extra-dry winter nights. Using our LED fireplaces can even improve the quality of your furniture; now you can relax in front of a toasty fire without smoky odors settling into carpets, couches, or clothing.

2. Energy-Efficient

Electric fireplaces are able to heat rooms faster and more efficiently than most traditional wood-burning fireplaces. According to the EPA, “most traditional open fireplaces lose over 90 percent of the fire’s heat out the chimney, and much of the heated air in the room goes with it.” With an electric infrared heat, rooms warm up quickly and stay warm. Our LED technology also consumes less energy, lasts up to 50,000 hours, and stays cool to the touch.

3. Save Money

Electric fireplaces are also more cost-efficient, thanks to supplemental zone heating. By lowering the thermostat by 10-15 degrees and adding electric heat to the room that you’re in the most, you can reduce the use of wasted energy and save up to 15% on your gas bills.

Electric fireplaces also save you from chimney cleanings, service checks, and maintenance fees. With a traditional fireplace, you can expect to pay anywhere from $7,000-$10,000 or more on installation. Meanwhile, our fireplace mantel allows you to simply plug it in and enjoy.

4. Less Cleaning

Having the ambiance and warmth of a fireplace is much easier to enjoy when there is no upkeep involved. Skip the frequent ash and soot cleanings with an electric fireplace. There is no need to get into uncomfortable positions to clean, light, or tend to the fire. With an electric fireplace tv stand, like this one from Costco, you can just sit back, relax, and use the remote to control the fireplace from across the room.

5. Enjoy an Electric Fireplace Anywhere

Those living in apartments, condos, tiny homes, and even recreational vehicles seldom get to enjoy the warmth and ambiance of a cozy fire. With our portable heaters, you can enjoy the dancing flames in any indoor area. An electric fireplace space heater, like this one pictured below, is perfect for a reading nook or in your home office.

6. Longer Lifespan

Electric fireplaces have a longer lifespan when compared to their wood-burning and gas-burning counterparts. Because they are not a combustible energy resource, electric fireplaces are not susceptible to rust and corrosion. Use one for several years and it still looks as new as the first day you got it.

7. Easy Installation

One of the best things about electric fireplaces is the ease of installation. It is a one-step process! All you have to do is plug it in and you are ready to enjoy. On the contrary, wood-burning and gas fireplaces are costly, time consuming, and a hassle to install.

8. So. Many. Options

Twin Star Home has a wide variety of electric fireplace inserts, fireplace mantels, tv stands with fire, portable space heaters, log sets, and more. An added bonus? You can customize fire settings such as brightness, flame speed, and more to suit your needs.

9. Safe for the Whole Family

Although electric fireplaces can produce enough heat to warm a room up to 1,000 square feet, they remain cool to the touch. Without the issue of hot metal casings, electric fireplaces are safe to use around kids and pets. Automatic overheat protection also reduces the risk of fires and overheating.

10. Use Electric Fireplaces Year-Round

Since heat and flame effect controls on our electric fireplaces are independent, anyone can enjoy the cozy glow of an electric fireplace. Even during the warmer months! Use them with or without heat, providing the ambiance of a gentle rolling fire. Set the mood for any occasion, in any room, all year long.

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For more tips and tricks on keeping your home toasty, safe, and clean all winter long, check out our blog page!