Electric stoves and fireplaces can be installed virtually anywhere because they don't make real flames or fire in any way. Also because they emit no fumes, no vent or chimney is required. All you need is the appropriate amount of space and an electrical source. These units are classified as "Zero-Clearance" units, meaning there is no requirement to be a certain distance from anything combustible, such as curtains or furniture.
They're a great choice for some one who wants a fireplace but either doesn't have the typical amount of space required for a wood or gas fireplace and they tend to be quite a bit less expensive overall.
There are many types and styles of electric fireplaces. There are units that are made to be inserted into an existing fireplace, units that come with their own mantel and surround, and wall hung units. Freestanding units are called stoves and typically resemble freestanding wood and gas stoves.
Electric stoves and fireplaces have many great features such as, they turn on and off with the push of a button, can be operated with a remote control, can be used with or without the convection fan, can be installed almost anywhere, and today's units have very realistic flames. Heat output ranges from 350 watts up to 5000 watts and will heat an average size room comfortably.
If you are considering adding extra heat to a certain space, it's hard not to give serious consideration to an electric fireplace or stove. After all, you get the heat as well as the look of a real fire.
