How to Combine a Media Wall and an Electric Fire
Media walls are the newest trend in interior design for homes. They are custom wall frames made of studs that contain built-in storage, such as shelves, cupboards or drawers. They can also include appliances like an electric fire.
Give a new dimension to your media wall with the Gazco eStudio 105R wall-mounted media electric fire. This stunning fire is recessed into the wall to give it a sleek, in-depth appearance. It provides striking flame effects, with or without heating.
TV Size
Media walls are a sophisticated way to incorporate flat screen TVs, electric fire and bespoke storage into your living room decor. These wall frames typically contain cabinets, shelves and drawers in addition to the TV to create a completely personalized entertainment center. For many, the centerpiece of a media wall is an elegant electric fire. Selecting the ideal size TV for this bespoke installation requires careful evaluation. You'll want a TV that's large enough to be able to be awe-inspiring but not so huge that it takes over the fireplace or overwhelms the room.
When determining what TV screen size will work best for your media wall, begin with the dimensions of the wall area in which you're planning to put the fireplace and TV. Sketch this to scale including doors, windows or furniture arrangements. This will give you the maximum size and width parameters within which you can create your media wall.
You should also consider how you intend to use your electric fireplace and television together. Film buffs might prefer to max out on screen size for a cinematic experience, while those who will be using the TV for entertainment purposes are often able to get away with smaller models.
If you're looking to purchase a larger TV in the near future opting for one towards the lower end of your preferred range can help keep your media wall from becoming outdated as technology improves. This will save you from having to redo your custom installation should your TV changes.
Prestige Alpha 50 is a pre-built mediawall with 50-inch Spectrum Series 3-sided fire. This stunning built-in is made in the UK and shipped to your home fully assembled, saving you time and money when doing the work. To create a unique appearance the Alpha is paint ready to allow you to add your personal choice of color.
Fireplace Size
Creating media walls is an en vogue in interior design, and many homeowners are taking this concept of feature walls to the next level by adding an electric fireplace within the design. The result is a stunning centerpiece that looks stunning and adds both visual and warmth to the room.
There are a few aspects to take into consideration when selecting an electric fire for your media wall, and one of the most important factors is the fireplace size. This is because your television will be positioned directly above the fire so the fireplace has to be adequate to accommodate it without appearing overly large in contrast.
The ideal option is to choose an electric fireplace that has a similar width to your TV. This will create a neat and tidy look in which the fireplace blends seamlessly into the TV recess. It is possible to have an open fireplace that is a little larger than the TV, and this works well too. The Gazco eStudio the 105R is a favorite choice for this type of fireplace, and it offers a choice of glass fittings to help you find the perfect match for your home.
The Valor LEX2-S is another excellent choice for this type of installation. It includes blanking plates that allow you to keep either the right or left side of the fire open while enclosing another side. You can choose which side you wish to show, and you can also switch off the fire to have the flame effect whenever needed.
Decorative Elements
If you're planning to incorporate a media wall into your home, it's common to construct custom wall frames that conceal the AV equipment such as TVs as well as soundbars, shelves and more alongside appliances such as an electric fireplace to create a more seamless look. These wall studs can be used to hide aerial cables, power cables, and more, creating an elegant, clean appearance that is easy to maintain.
Our bestselling Luvelle slimline HD 3-sided electric fire place has been designed to fit seamlessly into modern media walls without compromising their minimalist style. Its tempered-glass provides a full view of the flames. It can be positioned on the wall flush or from a variety of angles.
You can alter the ambience 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 is controlled by the remote of your electric fireplace.
Heating is a necessity
A media wall isn't just a beautiful feature for your home, but it's also a fantastic way to combine an electric fireplace with TV in a neat installation. Some go further and include a soundbar that is integrated with shelves, storage and walls made of studs. Consider an inset electric fireplace that has built-in heating for a more stylish design. This is a great choice for a TV that is built-in, as you can install the electric fireplace directly beneath the screen. You don't have to worry about ugly cables and combustible material.
A lot of inset electric fires come with the 'flame effect only setting that allows you to experience the captivating visual effects of dancing flames without producing any heat. Some electric fires have different settings that allow you to manage the intensity of the flames, and create a tranquil or vibrant ambience. You can also select a 'heat only' setting which provides a soft background warmth, perfect for those who wish to add some warmth to their living space without racking up energy bills.
You can also enhance your media wall by adding a smart fire that offers remote or app-based control. made my day can be used to dim the flame effect and alter the heat. Certain models also keep a pre-set temperature for the room. Open window detection is another useful feature, detecting abrupt drops in temperature that indicate that an external door or a window has been left ajar. The fire then automatically reduces or shuts off its output to save energy.
To keep things in order, some inset electric fires are equipped with a handy recessed power point that hides away cables and makes it easier to reach the plug sockets. The Gazco eStudio105R is an excellent choice as it features a recessed powerpoint with clever cable-tidy system that keeps wires from obstructing the plug. It is important to examine your electrical wiring prior to installing a wall for media, however, since you might require relocating plug sockets or install new ones to feed power to your TV or electric fire.