How to Combine a Media Wall and an Electric Fire
Media walls are a recent trend in interior design. They are custom wall frames made of studs that contain built-in storage, such as shelves, cupboards or drawers and can even include appliances like an electric fire.
The Gazco eStudio multimedia wall electric fireplace can add a new dimension to your wall. This stunning fire is recessed into the wall, giving it a sleek, rounded appearance. It has stunning flame effects with or without heating.
TV Size
A media wall is an elegant method of incorporating flat screen TVs, electric fire and bespoke storage into your living room decor. It's common for these stud wall installations to include shelves, cupboards, and drawers along with the TV, resulting in a fully customised entertainment centre. The electric fire is typically the focal point of a wall-mounted media unit. The right size of TV for this specific installation requires careful consideration. The screen should be large enough to be immersive but not so large that it obliterates or dwarfs the fire.
When determining which TV screen size is best for your media wall, begin with the dimensions of the wall area where you'll be installing the fireplace and TV. Draw this out to scale, including any existing doors, windows, or furniture arrangements. This will give you the best dimensions of width and height within which you can create your media wall.
It is also important to consider the way you intend to use your electric fireplace and television together. Film lovers might prefer larger screens to enjoy a cinematic viewing experience, whereas those who use the TV for leisure viewing are often able to get by with a smaller model.
If you're looking to purchase an upgraded TV in the near future, selecting one at the lower end of your ideal range can help keep your media wall from becoming outdated as technology evolves. This will prevent you from having to redo your custom installation if your TV changes.
Prestige Alpha 50 is a pre-built mediawall that comes with 50-inch Spectrum Series 3-sided fire. This stunning built-in is manufactured in the UK and is delivered to your home fully assembled, thereby saving you time and money when doing the work. For a totally personalized appearance, the Alpha is painted for you to paint your personal choice of color.
Fireplace Size
Creating media walls is the latest trend in interior design, and a lot of home owners are taking this feature wall idea to the next level by including an electric fireplace into the installation. The result is a stunning centrepiece that looks stunning and adds both aesthetic appeal and warmth to the room.
When selecting an electric fireplace to be used as a wall for your media, there are many things to think about. One of the most important considerations is the size of the fireplace. The fireplace must be big enough to accommodate a TV, which will be positioned just above the fire.
Ideal is to select an electric fireplace that is the same width as your TV. This will provide a neat, tidy finish to the fireplace as it will be seamlessly integrated into the recess of your TV. It is also possible to put in a fireplace slightly wider than the TV. This is also possible. This kind of setup is very popular with the Gazco eStudio. It offers a variety of glass fitting options, so you can choose what works best for your home.
The Valor LEX2-S, which is also a great choice for this kind of installation comes with blanking plate that allows you to keep the left or right-hand side of the fireplace unobstructed while closing the opposite side. This lets you decide which side of the fireplace you would like to display and also gives you the option to turn off the heat and enjoy the beautiful flame effect if you don't need any additional warmth.
Decorative Elements
When you are incorporating the media wall in your home, it's common to construct custom wall studs that hide the AV equipment such as TVs as well as soundbars, shelves and more, as well as an electric fireplace to create a seamless look. These wall structures can be used to hide power leads, aerial cables and more, resulting in a sleek, modern look that is easy to maintain.
Our well-known Luvelle slimline HD 3-sided electric fire place has been designed to fit seamlessly into modern media walls without interfering with their minimalist style. Its tempered glass provides an expansive view of the stunning LED flames and offers versatility by allowing you install the fire-flush against your wall as a single feature or take it out from a variety of viewing angles.
You can customize the ambiance of your home by adding our flexible LED mood lighting. This is ideal for highlighting a media wall fire or any other aspect of your interior design. It can be controlled via the remote handset of your electric fireplace.
Heating Needs
A media wall isn't just an attractive feature for your home, it's also a great method to incorporate a TV and an electric fire in a elegant installation. Some even go further, incorporating shelves, a soundbar and storage built in their custom-designed stud walls. Consider an inset electric fireplace that has built-in heating for a more sophisticated design. This is a fantastic option for a built-in TV and allows you to put the electric fireplace directly beneath your screen, eliminating the need for ugly cables or combustible materials.
Many inset electric fires have an 'only flame effect setting that allows you to take in the stunning visual effects of dancing flames without generating any heat. There are media wall fires near me Fireplaces And Stoves that allow you to control the intensity of the flames and set an ambiance that is relaxing or lively. You can also select the 'heat only' option which provides a soft background warmth, perfect for those who wish to add a bit of warmth to their home without racking up energy bills.
You can also enhance your media wall with smart fires that have remote control or an app. You can utilize these to dim the flame effects, and change the temperature up or down, and some models can even maintain a preset temperature for the room. Another feature that is useful is the Open Window Detection. It detects abrupt drops in temperature when the window or door has been left open. The fire will then automatically reduce or stop its output in order to save energy.
Certain inset electric fireplaces have a an elegant plug socket that can be recessed to allow you to hide away cables. This allows you to reach the plug sockets. The Gazco eStudio105R is a great choice as it features an recessed powerpoint and an innovative cable-tidy method that keeps wires from obstructing the plug. It is essential to verify your electrical configuration prior to installing a media wall, however, since you might require moving plug sockets or install new ones to supply power to your TV or electric fire.