Realistic electric fireplaces can provide all the ambiance of a traditional fireplace and are a beautiful addition to your home.
In this post, we look at the features behind realistic electric fireplaces and our top electric fireplace designs from JC Bordelet and Focus Fireplaces.
What makes an electric fireplace look realistic?
To create the most realistic electric fireplaces, manufacturers use a variety of techniques. One common method is to use a log set. Placing electric logs in the fireplace conveys the look and feel of a real wood-burning fireplace with realistic flames through the technique of 'vapour flames' where a water sill is turned into vapour.
Paired with this, thess electric fireplaces use LED lights to create realistic flame effects. This can be done in a variety of ways, but the most common is to use colour change LED bulbs underneath the logs ot illuminate the vapours and to create the illusion of real fire dancing on the logs in the electric fireplace.
Alternativley, Focus fireplaces display a looping video of a real fire and, though a series or mirrors, create the effect of real flames within the body of the fireplace. These models are as close as possible to getting real flames, but without the element of heat.
No matter which technique is used, the goal is to create an electric fireplace that looks and feels just like a real fireplace. Thanks to advances in technology, manufacturers have been able to create some truly amazing realistic electric fireplaces that are practically indistinguishable from their traditional counterparts.
Benefits of electric fireplaces
Easy to install
It’s easy to see why luxury electric fireplaces are so popular: they’re easy to install, and they add a touch of elegance to any home. But what many people don’t realise is that many electric fireplaces are also very easy to install. In fact, most models can be installed in just a few hours, with no special tools or skills required. Say goodbye to your existing fireplace and hello to the most realistic electric fireplace on the market.
Clean and safe
An electric fireplace is a great choice for any home, but they’re especially well-suited for homes with young children or pets. That’s because electric fireplaces don’t produce any real flames, so there’s no risk of burns. A new electric fireplace is also much easier to keep clean than traditional fireplaces since there’s no soot or ashes to deal with.
Super efficient
A realistic electric fireplace is also more efficient than a traditional fireplace. Other fireplaces can lose up to 90% of their heat up the chimney. A realistic electric fireplace, on the other hand, uses electricity to generate heat, so all of the heat produced is used to warm your home. There’s no need for an extra infrared heater to keep your home warm and cosy during the winter months. Let your electric fireplace cover the heating while you snuggle up on the sofa.
Types of electric fireplaces
When it comes to buying a realistic electric fireplace, there are three main types to consider: mechanical, water vapour, and holographic. Each has its own benefits and drawbacks, so it’s important to choose the right type for your needs.
Mechanical electric fireplaces
Mechanical electric fireplaces are the most common type. They use a fan to circulate air around a heating element, which produces heat. These types of electric fireplaces are usually the most affordable, but it can be noisy and may not produce as much heat as other options.
Water vapour electric fireplaces
Water vapour fireplaces use ultrasonic waves to create vapour, which is then circulated around a heating element. These electric fireplaces are more expensive than mechanical fireplaces but produce far more heat and are much quieter.
Holographic or video electric fireplaces
Holographic fireplaces use a laser to create a three-dimensional image of a fire. This fireplace is the most expensive, but it is also the most realistic electric fireplace available and can produce a significant amount of heat.
Examples of electric fireplaces
Eva 992
JC Bordelet’s Eva 992 is a modern electric fireplaces with a suspended canopy and elegant design. This stunning electric fireplace is available in numerous colours from animal prints to vibrant shades. The huge range of RAL shades and BRUTE specialist finishes add a personal quality to this electric fireplace design.
This electric fireplace uses the LED log and water vapour effect to create a mesmerising fire effect, perfect for public spaces that want a beautiful centrepiece but where heat isn't a requirement.
The additional canopy is mounted over an internal copy and protected by insulation. It features sectional glass-ceramic windows and full 360-degree view of the fire. The Central Eva 992 is perfect for vast open spaces that need a focal point to tie everything together. Experiment with bold colours or keep it neutral with a matte black finish. A central electric fireplace distributes heat gently across the room while still curating that homely atmosphere of traditional fireplaces.
Bathyscafocus Hanging Fireplace
The Bathyscafocus is a beautiful 'ball of fire' design, with the Focus LED screen design, making this one of the most realistic electric fireplaces you can purchase, with realistic flames dancing inside the fireplace, without any heat output! As this fireplace hangs from the ceiling, the electric connection is within the body of the fireplace, meaning you get a clean, beautiful solution with realistic flames!
Ergofocus Holographic
The Ergofocus Holographic uses the same technology as the Bathyscafocus Holographic, showing real flames on an LED screen and a series of mirrors reflecting this to the front of the fireplace, giving you realistic flames with no heat output. Traditionaly, these fireplaces are most commonly found in public spaces, like the above, where heat isn't a requirement, but a beautiful electric fireplace is!
Wall-mounted EVA
The same as the central version, his model utilises the LED Log effect burner with realistic water vapour flames and LED bulbs to illuminate the vapour and logs. This sleek model still creates the 'WOW' factor of having a JC Bordelet electric fireplace, but with a shorter depth in overall size.
A painted fireplace
With Focus fireplaces, you have the option of black or white, which suits most home designs perfectly and still elevates your space with these two colours. With a JC Bordelet fireplace, you can choose from over 180 RAL shades, to suit your tastes! The above model is a EVA Gas, but any of the Bordelet range can come with a painted finish.
Electric fireplaces at Caleo
We supply a wide range of JC Bordelet anf Focus realistic electric fireplaces made to the highest quality. You could have a real wood-burning fireplace handcrafted in France to your particular requirements. However, if real fire doesn’t suit your home or lifestyle, JC Bordelet and Focus offer conversions for gas, bio-ethanol and electric. Just get in touch with our team of electric fireplace specialists to find out more about our service.
