Corner fireplace

‘All I want is a room somewhere, far away from the cold night air.
With one enormous chair; Oh wouldn't it be loverly?
Lots of choc’ late for me to eat; Lots of coal makin' lots of heat.
Warm face, warm 'ands, warm feet, Oh wouldn't it be loverly?…’ sang Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady.

As winter sets in, and the nights get cooler and longer, wouldn’t it be lovely to get warm feet, warm hands and warm rooms? What better way to do it than investing in a fireplace! Of course, unlike Eliza, we don’t have to settle for sooty and grimy coal or wood ones, but have a range of cleaner choices to pick from.

A fireplace of every kind: Fireplaces are a blessing in the winter as they not only keep rooms warm, but also lend a special aura to the whole ambience. They make cold winter nights snug and comfortable. They are also a gathering point for the family, to enjoy cozy dinners and chats.

Fireplaces are made from a variety of material like glass, wood (e.g. mahogany and Chinese Oak), stone, marble, cast iron and so on. They are also a great place to showcase family treasures. Some of them come with decorative log units made of ceramic, marble and the like. Marble fireplaces are easy to maintain and can be used with wood, electric or gas heating sources. Electric Fireplaces and Gas Fireplaces are also commonplace these days.

A fireplace for the corner: Corner fireplaces are specially designed to save space by fitting neatly into a nook of the room. Each has a standard firebox and mantel, installed at a diagonal to match the contours of the room.

There are various brands and designs of fireplaces available in the market. Some of the popular ones are Real Flame, Vanguard, TEMCO, R.H. Peterson, Napoleon, Superior, and Lennox.

Electric and Gas Fireplaces:
Electric Fireplaces in the corner: Electric corner fireplaces complement today’s lifestyle. They are designed to simulate traditional fireplaces, and provide a clean heating source without using messy wood. They warm the room in minutes, and you only need a plug and switch to turn it on. Electric corner fireplaces are ventless and environmentally friendly, as they don’t emit smoke. They are preferred because of their easy installation and maintenance. Brands like Cornell, Napoleon, Vermont Castings, and Classic Flame, offer a wide range of Electric Fireplaces.

Gas Corner Fireplaces: Gas corner fireplaces are user-friendly because they are free of ash and the chore of burning wood. There are two varieties of Gas Corner Fireplaces, one that vents outside and the other without a vent. Care has to be taken while using gas fireplaces, as they have gas exhausts, which can catch fire. They need to be cleaned from time to time.

Most vent free gas corner fireplaces are designed for complete fuel combustion, to avoid or minimize the emission of carbon monoxide and other lethal gases.
Hence, care must be taken while choosing between vented and ventless gas fireplaces. Some ventless gas corner fireplaces have an in-built Oxygen Depletion Sensor, which is a mechanism that automatically turns off the gas, before carbon monoxide amounts reach dangerous levels.

Corner Fireplaces are picture perfect: Corner Fireplaces are designed for both utility and style. You can use unique and creative ideas for decorating them. For example, place a picture or two on the mantelpiece, along with other ornamental items. These fireplaces come in a wide variety of colors and designs to suit any interior layout. In fact, corner fireplaces often become the centerpiece of the room’s décor; placing pictures would therefore enhance the look furthermore.

Corner fireplace mantels: A mantel is the shelf that projects from the corner fireplace. It is always used as a display area for all kinds of family collectibles and interesting objects. Marble corner fireplace mantels offer the most exciting variety in designs and colors. Embellish your mantel by creating interesting color and decorating themes that enhance your room.

A fireplace is a lovely way to warm the room and strengthen family bonds on chilly winter evenings. There is a wide variety and range of them to choose from, to suit any budget, heat and size requirements.