Electric Fireplace Logs

Electric fireplace logs are usually built into an insert. The insert is useful for converting an existing fireplace into a clean burning electric fireplace. You can also convert a natural gas fireplace into an electric fireplace using an electric fireplace log insert. The only thing that is required to install an electric fireplace insert is a place where it will fit and a power outlet.

Let’s say that you just moved into a home that has an old wood burning fireplace. You love the look and feel of a fire, unfortunately this fireplace is old and hasn’t been well maintained. It is not vented properly and the chimney needs some expensive repairs. A cost effective way to make use of that space is to close the damper and get an electric fireplace log insert. You will probably need to have an electrician run a power supply into the firebox so that the cord from you electric fireplace log doesn’t show.

You may also want to thoroughly clean the inside of the fireplace. If a wire brush can’t remove all of the soot and stains, and that’s a little more ambiance than you bargained for, you can always try specially formulated fireplace paint. You can use this on the inside of the fire pit and all dirty unsightly marks will be covered up. Then when you install your electric fireplace log the fire will look brand new. You can even put a new surround on the outside and paint or refinish the outside of the fireplace. Most people like natural brick, but there are times when painted brick or slate tile is the right look.

If you are the creative type you may find other materials that would be ideal for the addition of an electric fireplace log set. For instance if you have an old barrel stove, go ahead and paint it and install the electric logs. You can place this in front of an outlet in the bedroom and cut a whole in the back for your power cord. Talk about country charm.

Electric fireplace log insert can be a quick and easy way to upgrade a fireplace or create a new fireplace of your own. The better quality insert you get the more realistic the flame. Most have remote controls and many have heat which can be a very attractive way to warm a drafty room.

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