An electric fireplace is an electric heater which mimics a fireplace burning coal, natural gas or wood. Electric fireplaces are being used in place of traditional fireplaces as they are more safer. The electric fireplaces can be installed on to the wall of a room. About 1.4-1.6KW of power is consumed by them and can heat 400 square feet of area.
As the electric fireplaces do not use coal or wood, no smoke is formed. Therefore there is no necessity to use chimneys or other ventilation systems. So any respiratory problems that might arise due to smoke can be avoided providing safety. They are portable and can be shifted from one room to the other. Also as they do not use ventilation system, installation of the fireplace is safe and easy.
Traditional fireplaces include burning of wood or coal. Sometimes entire house can catch fire. This can be avoided by electric fireplaces as no fire is seen. Children have to be avoided to move at the vicinity of traditional fireplaces. But electric fireplaces are so safe that children can move freely and enjoy the warmth. Sometimes gas is also used in traditional fireplaces. Any leakage of gas leads to heavy damages.
Traditional fireplaces need a lot of maintenance of wood, coal or any other source. Electric fireplaces need very less maintenance and hence can be used easily. A realistic flame effect can be given by an electric fireplace. An elegant look can be given to the house without any effort and maintenance. Both beauty and safety are provided by electric fireplaces.