How to Combine a Media Wall and an Electric Fire

Media walls are a contemporary trend that is taking the home interiors market by storm. They are bespoke stud walls that can include integrated storage such as shelves cabinets, drawers, or shelves. They can also include appliances like an electric fireplace.

Give a new dimension to your media wall with the Gazco eStudio 105R style Selections Wall corner Media electric fireplace-mounted media electric fire. This stunning fire is recessed into the wall to give it a sleek and upscale appearance. It offers stunning flame effects with or without heating.

TV Size

A media wall is an elegant method of integrating an LCD flat-screen TV, an electric fireplace, and bespoke storage in a living room decor. The stud wall frameworks typically include shelves, cabinets and drawers along with the TV to create a fully personalized entertainment center. For many, the centrepiece of a media wall is an elegant electric fire. The right size of TV for this specific installation requires careful analysis. The screen should be sufficient to provide enough depth but not so big that it dwarfs or overwhelms the fire.

When determining what TV screen size is best for your media wall, begin with the dimensions of the wall in which you're planning to put the fireplace and TV. Sketch it to size, taking into consideration any windows, doors, or built-in furniture arrangements. This will give you the maximum dimensions of width and height within which you can create your media wall.

It's also important to think about the way you intend to use the TV and electric fire together. Film lovers may prefer a large screen to enjoy a cinematic viewing experience, whereas those who only use the TV for leisure viewing can often get by using a smaller model.

If you're looking to purchase a larger TV in the future, selecting one at the lower end of your preferred range will help to prevent your media wall with 3 sided fire wall from becoming outdated as technology improves. This will save you from having to redo your custom installation in the event that your TV changes.

Prestige Alpha 50 is a pre-built mediawall with 50-inches of Spectrum Series 3-sided fire. This built-in is produced in the UK and is it arrives fully assembled. You will save time and money by not having to do any work on the site. To create a unique appearance The Alpha is ready to paint for you to paint your personal choice of color.

Fireplace Size

Creating media walls is a hot trend in interior design, and a lot of homeowners are taking this idea of a feature wall to the next level by including an electric fire in media wall fireplace into the design. The result is a stunning centerpiece that provides warmth and visual appeal.

When choosing an electric fireplace for your media wall, there are several things to consider. One of the most important factors is the size of the fireplace. This is because your television will be placed just above the fire, and so the fireplace needs to be sufficient to hold it without appearing too big in contrast.

The best option is to select an electric fireplace that is identical in size to your TV. This will provide a neat, tidy finish to the fireplace as it is seamlessly integrated into the TV recess. However, it is possible to have an open fireplace that is a little larger than the TV, and this works well too. This kind of setup is very popular with the Gazco eStudio. It offers a variety of glass fitting options, so you can pick the one that works best for your home.

The Valor LEX2-S which is ideal for this kind of installation comes with blanking plate that allows you to keep the right or left-hand side of the fireplace open while closing the opposite side. You can select which side you would like to show and turn off the heating to take advantage of the flame effect when you need to.

Decorative Elements

If you're planning to incorporate a media wall into your home, it's typical to build bespoke wall frames that conceal AV equipment like TVs, soundbars, shelving and more alongside appliances such as an electric fire for a truly integrated appearance. Cables for aerials, power leads and more can easily be hidden in the wall studs creating a clean and sleek appearance that is easy to maintain.

Our popular Luvelle 50-inch panoramic slimline HD 3-sided electric fireplace has been designed to seamlessly fit into modern media walls, while not compromising their minimalist design. The tempered glass gives a complete view of the flames. It can be positioned in a flush position against the wall or from different viewing angles.

You can personalise the ambiance of your home by adding our versatile LED mood lighting. This is perfect for highlighting a media wall fire, or any other feature of your interior design. It can be controlled by the remote of your electric fireplace.

Heating Needs

A media wall isn't just a stylish feature for your home, but it's also a excellent way to integrate an electric fireplace and a TV in one neat installation. Some go even further, including shelves, a soundbar and integrated storage in their custom-designed wall of studs. For a more sophisticated finish think about an inset electric fire with built-in heating. This is an excellent option for a built-in TV, as you can install the electric fireplace directly beneath the screen. You don't need to worry about unsightly cables and combustible material.

A majority of inset electric fires for media wall electric fireplaces have an 'only flame effect setting that allows you to experience the captivating visual effects of dancing flames without generating any heat. Other models have a range of settings that allow you to regulate the intensity of the flames, and create an ambiance that is relaxing or lively. You can choose a heat only' option to provide a gentle background heat. This is ideal for those who want to add some extra warmth to their home without paying huge energy bills.

You can also enhance your media wall by installing a smart fire that offers remote or app-based control. You can use these features to reduce the flame's effects and adjust the heat up or down and some models keep a pre-set temperature for the room. Open window detection is a handy feature, detecting abrupt drops in temperature that indicate an open external door or a window has been left ajar. The fire will then reduce or shuts off its output to save energy.

Some inset electric fireplaces include a an attractive plug socket that can be recessed to allow you to hide away cables. This allows you to access the plug sockets. The Gazco eStudio105R is a great choice, as it has a recessed powerpoint with an innovative cable-tidy method that stops wires from obstructing the plug. Be sure to check your electrical configuration prior to installing your media wall. You may need to install new plug sockets to power your electric fireplace and TV.