Q I like to sit by a fireplace, but I hate the hassles. I want to use it year-round. Do complete electric log fireplace/mantel kits really have realistic flames and sound? Do they produce much heat? - ...

Dear Jim: Lately, I have been hearing more about electric fireplace kits to help heat my home. Do they produce enough heat to warm a house and do they require new wiring? Do the flames look realistic?

Get the ambiance and warmth of a real fire without the hassle with the LifePlus Electric Fireplace Insert. This bestselling ...

Are electric fireplaces more energy-efficient than real ones? Electric fireplaces are an efficient alternative to traditional fireplaces powered by wood or gas. They emit radiant heat and use lights ...

Baby, it's cold outside—and if you don't have an actual wood fireplace to warm up beside, an electric fireplace can be just as charming as the real thing. Electric fireplaces can be a safer option ...

It’s that time of year. A woollen beanie, ga oblet of mulled wine, and a piping mound of vindaloo are all on the table to soothe winter’s bite. A dancing fireplace looks wickedly inviting, too. If you ...

There are a number of things to think about when looking for a fireplace to replace you existing one or add ambiance to the home. Indoor fireplaces heat using a form of gas (natural or propane), ...