By using electric fireplace heaters in high traffic living areas, homeowners can turn the thermostat down and not waste energy heating areas of the house that get little traffic.

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5. For a traditional look, a fireplace with a mantel package can be the focal point of the room. Electric fireplaces come in freestanding wall or corner mantel packages that look built-in but can be moved just as you would rearrange other furniture. Built-in fireplaces can be hard-wired and installed in new construction or retrofitted into existing walls.

6. Portable electric fireplaces are an affordable way to use zone heating throughout the home. ‘ Amish style’ roll and heat electric fireplaces have casters so that they can easily be moved where supplemental heat is needed. Small electric stoves are a good option for multi-use small spaces. They can easily be moved into apartments, RV’s or rooms where floor space is limited.

7. Media rooms and bedrooms are often the most frequently used rooms in the house, but often lack additional wall or floor space for a fireplace. By choosing a media cabinet or entertainment console with a plug-in electric fireplace, zone heating can be utilized in media rooms and bedrooms.

8. Wall mount electric electric fireplaces are an excellent choice for small rooms, apartments or rooms where floor space isn’t available. Options include recessed into the wall or mounted on the wall. Just hang, plug in, and enjoy. These electric fireplaces have a slim sleek design suitable for both traditional and contemporary décor. Wall mounted electric fireplace are available in both horizontal and vertical profiles.

9. Existing gas or wood fireplaces can easily be converted into electric fireplaces by installing electric fireplace log set inserts. The log set includes a rolling, pulsating realistic log set, ember bed and flame effects. In order to convert a traditional fireplace, it’s important to seal off the chimney and flue to prevent heat from escaping.

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