FAQS
Can I paint this product?
No, we do not advise the painting these heaters.
What type of heat do the fires produce?
The majority of the Optiflame range give out fan assisted convected heat, although some of the SP models have heated glass which provides radiant and convected heat. Our radiant fires have bars which glow and radiant heat.
What is the difference between an inset fire and a freestanding fire?
An inset fire requires a fireplace opening or wall cavity behind it or a rebated fire surround in order to install the fire. The freestanding style of fire is very easy to install, sits flat against the wall and does not require a cavity behind it, however many of our inset fires also come with a compact spacer which allows the fire to be freestanding or fitted flat to the wall.
Will your inset fires fit my fireplace?
All of the inset fires are designed to fit most brick built, pre-fabricated or pre-cast flues.
Can I operate the flame effect on the fire without the heat?
All the Optiflame fires can be operated on a flame-effect only setting, as can the flickering flame effect on the freestanding bar fires.
Is the flame effect expensive to run?
No, to run the flame effect involves powering 2 light bulbs and a small electric motor and in most cases the cost is no more than a penny an hour. Some of our new fires also have LED lamps fitted which are even more energy efficient.