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1. They Add Value<\/strong><\/p>\n People who think that fireplaces are redundant and unattractive might find this as a bit of a shock \u2013 fireplaces can add value to your home. In fact, they can add anything up to 5%! If you\u2019re thinking of selling your house during the winter, a fire can be a very appealing aspect to potential buyers. It gives people the impression that the house still holds some of its original features, something that is important to quite a lot of buyers.<\/p>\n 2. They Can Be Cost Effective <\/strong><\/p>\n With heating bills soaring, it\u2019s not surprising that people are choosing to favour fireplaces. Central heating can be expensive. What\u2019s the point of heating the whole house if you are just spending time in one or two rooms most of the day? This is where fireplaces can be a serious advantage. Using the fire in one room is guaranteed to cost you a lot less than putting the central heating on for an extended amount of time. It costs far less to purchase firewood for your fire, than it does to heat up your house using utilities that require fossil fuels.<\/p>\n 3. They Are Cosy<\/strong><\/p>\n It might be summer, but that doesn\u2019t mean that we guaranteed warm weather and bright sun. We\u2019ve been lucky in the last week or so, but with August approaching, we think the weather is probably due a turn for the worse. The good news? If you have a fire, you are completely prepared for the cold weather! Is there anything more cosy then settling down in front of a fireplace with your loved ones? It\u2019s pretty romantic too.<\/p>\n 4. You Have Plenty of Choice <\/strong><\/p>\n Gone are the days where you were limited to one style of fireplace \u2013 you now have hundreds of styles to choose from when thinking about installing a fireplace into your home. There is now a design to suit all individual needs, so whatever your preference is, there should be something for you. If you want a fire that takes up minimal room \u2013 easy! If you want it outside \u2013 why not? It\u2019s possible! Whatever size, shape or style you are looking for, there is bound to be something to suit this.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n We hope that this has helped change your mind about installing a fireplace in your home. How could you say no when it comes with so many benefits and advantages? Here at Real Flame, we are one of the largest retailers of gas fires in London<\/a>. We specialise in providing a wide range of fireplaces for the home, including gas and electric models. Whatever you are looking for, we are guaranteed to have something that suits your vision.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n