Should I choose a freestanding electric fire, a media wall, or a TV stand with fire?

It comes down to how permanent you want things and how much work you are happy to do. A freestanding electric fire or TV stand with built-in fire is mostly plug-and-play and ideal for rentals or first homes. A media wall is more of a project: studwork, wiring, finishing, and probably a decorator at the end. It looks very sleek and built-in, but makes most sense if you own the property and plan to stay put for a while.

Are media wall electric fires much more expensive to run than normal electric fires?

Running costs are broadly similar because both rely on an electric heater behind the flame effect. What changes is how you use them. Many people run the flame effect alone most evenings, which uses very little power, then pop the heat on for short bursts when the room feels chilly. Whether the fire is in a TV stand, freestanding or in a media wall, it is best treated as top-up heat for one room, not a replacement for the boiler.

Do electric fires and media wall fires need annual servicing like gas fires?

In most cases, no formal service is required in the way a gas appliance needs a yearly check. Electric fires benefit from basic care: keeping vents free of dust, wiping the glass, and following the instructions if bulbs or LED modules ever need replacing. If you notice unusual noises, smells or the heater cutting out, that is the time to stop using it and have a qualified electrician or service engineer take a look.

Can I put a soundbar or speakers on a TV stand with an electric fire?

Yes, as long as you keep them away from the hot air outlet. Most stands blow heat out from the front, low down, so a soundbar on the top is usually fine. Check the manual for clearance around the heater section and avoid stacking anything directly in front of the vents. If you run the fire a lot on high heat, it is sensible to give electronics a little breathing room so they do not sit in a constant stream of hot air.

What are the most common mistakes people make with electric fires, media walls and TV stands?

Typical slip-ups include choosing a fire that is far too wide for the wall, mounting the TV too high above it, ignoring ventilation clearances, and running a powerful heater through flimsy multi-way adaptors. Another is cramming a big media wall into a tiny room so there is no space left for storage or speakers. A better approach is to start from the size of your lounge, pick a sensible TV, then choose a fire and stand or wall design that supports that, not the other way round.

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