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So you're probably thinking "Why on earth would you buy a stove, fire or fireplace in the summer?" The weather's getting warmer not colder! With blue skies and boiling hot days on the way (we live in hope here in the UK!) it may seem pointless to spend the money.... [Details]

Alternative is the Alternative Now announcing Alternative Flooring, our newest brand to Fire Design Studio. If you need a new carpet then look no further. Who are Alternative Flooring? Alternative Flooring is a modern UK based company that is determined to stand out by creating high performance flooring with their... [Details]

We are the UK's DRU and Faber gas fire specialists.  Both brands produce the best quality gas fires around at affordable prices.  About DRU DRU is a leading company that has been around for more than 250 years. In 1959 when natural gas was discovered in the Netherlands, DRU developed its... [Details]

Fuel Type Before you purchase a stove you need to consider whether you want to burn solid fuels such as logs and smokeless fuels or perhaps you would prefer the easy option of gas or electric.  You also need to know what heat output you room can accommodate.  Visit our... [Details]

The Required Heat Output For Your Room Before purchasing any stove or fire you need to know what heat output you need to achieve a comfortable temperature in your room.  When your room temperature is 21℃ and the outside temperature is 0℃, you will need approximately 1kW of heat output... [Details]

You probably already have a fairly clear idea of the style of fire you are looking for and know if you want something traditional or modern looking.  Most brands manufacture products of both kind.  However some brands have particularly good contemporary offerings including DRU, Faber and Legend.  Other brands tend... [Details]