Fireplaces are some of the most iconic elements of modern homes – serving as a method to generate heat without the need for electricity. At Home Fires, we offer a sensible selection of conventional and gas-powered units, including our range of vent-free gas fireplaces that are perfect for the modern household in South Africa. When you need a solution for heat generation in your home, we have your answer.

What is The Difference Between a Woodburning and a Gas-Powered Fireplace?

Conventional woodburning fireplaces – whether open or closed – require diligent ventilation to ensure that the generated smoke can safely vent through the roof of the house. Vent-free gas fireplaces live up to their name – generating drastically reduced levels of smoke that do not require a dedicated ventilation system. However, it is still recommended that such a fireplace is installed in a room that offers proper ventilation. The biggest benefit of a gas-powered fireplace is that the generated heat is consistent and controlled.

Should I Get a Freestanding or Built-In Fireplace?

If you live in a house that has a dedicated wall cavity for a fireplace, you can consider a built-in vent-free gas unit to fit that cavity. Otherwise, a freestanding unit can be installed next to a side wall or in the corner of a room without creating a wall cavity. Since these units do not require flue pipes and venting, they are fast and easy to install. Our selection of double-sided built-in units can also act as room dividers in larger areas and generate enough heat for both sides.

Adding Some Aesthetic Value to Your Home

At Home Fires, our range of freestanding vent-free gas fireplaces includes uniquely designed units that add to the aesthetic value of your home and captures the eye when walking into a room. Freestanding units commonly feature modernistic designs to complement a modern interior. Along with our selection of built-in units, these fireplaces offer a choice between mild-steel and stainless-steel façades – putting the firebox in a frame that fits with the rest of your home’s interior design elements.

When you need a vent-free gas fireplace for your home in South Africa, trust that Home Fires has you covered – with a wide selection of freestanding and built-in units to choose from. Please browse our website for specifications and prices on our available units and order yours today. Generate heat in style in your home with Home Fires on your side.