Warmth and Running Costs
Are Electric Fireplaces Noisy? Fan and Crackle Sounds
Are electric fireplaces noisy? Learn what the heater fan and crackle effects sound like, what can cause unusual noise, and how to choose a quieter model.
Warmth and Running Costs
How much heat a plug-in fireplace gives, what it costs to run, and how it compares with gas and wood.
Warmth and Running CostsHow Big a Room Can an Electric Fireplace Heat?
Learn how many square feet an electric fireplace can heat, what changes its useful range, and how to match room size and insulation to a heater.
Warmth and Running CostsHow Much Does an Electric Fireplace Cost to Run?
Learn how much it costs to run an electric fireplace with a simple wattage and electricity-rate formula, plus examples for 750 W and 1,500 W settings.
Warmth and Running CostsElectric Fireplace vs Space Heater: Which Heats Better?
Electric fireplace vs space heater: compare heat, room fit, controls, setup and running costs to choose the right supplemental heater for your home.
Warmth and Running CostsInfrared vs Standard Electric Fireplace Heat
Infrared vs electric fireplace heat comes down to how warmth reaches you and how the heater moves air. Compare both styles, room needs and useful features.
Warmth and Running CostsCan You Run an Electric Fireplace Without Heat?
Can you use an electric fireplace without heat? Learn how flame-only mode works, what it may use in electricity, and what to check before you switch it on.