5 Best electric fireplace inserts that are easy to install.

You will find some of the best electric fireplace inserts reviews here. An electric fireplace insert is used for already built fireplaces that may no longer be in use. This being the case, one of the most important considerations before purchase would be the size of the electric fireplace insert.

Make sure the size of the best electric fireplace insert you want to purchase fits your existing fireplace. If you cannot find the required size then be prepared to do some work to close the gabs between the electric fireplace unit and the walls of the existing fireplace.

Some electric fireplaces come with frame kits or you may have to buy them. These allow you to close these gabs.

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This video show you how to install an electric fireplace insert. It gives you an idea of what to expect.

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Now lets look at the reviews of this and other best electric fireplace inserts for large rooms

#1. PuraFlame Western Electric Fireplace Insert with Fire Crackling Sound.

Features.

1. This electric fireplace insert can be used with or without heat which means it can be used all year round, not necessarily in winter only.
2. The flame brightness and intensity can be set at three levels of adjustments.
3. It came with fire crackling sound that makes it look and sound very realistic like a wood fireplace.
4. It uses 100% energy saving LED technology.
5. It is built with a three-sided interior brick wall and clean glass front trim design. This gives it a very sleek look indeed.
6. Giving it a wood burning fireplace look is a life-like resin log which is 11 13/16″ high sitting on the grate above ember bed.
7. It has a thermostat and can heat a space of about 400 sq. ft.
8. The design is flat bottom which can sit on the floor. So installation is easy. Plug into an outlet and use.
9. It comes with a remote control for convenience.

Price and reviews.

Specs.

a) Material – Metal and Tempered Glass
b) Item Dimensions LxWxH – 35.04 x 8.78 x 26.99 inches
c) Item Weight – 46.74 Pounds
d) Ventilation Type – Vent Free

#2. Valuxhome Electric Fireplace, 36 Inches Fireplace Insert.

Features.

1. With a BTU of 5000, this best electric fireplace insert heats very fast up to a space of 400sq. ft.
2. It has 6ft of power cable so you easy use a regular 120v AC outlet without an extension.
3. It comes with multi flame mode with log speaker which consist of
   • a) Life-like resin logs,
   • b) ember bed,
   • c) 3 colors atmosphere light,
   • d) variable brightness flame can be set according to your fancy;
   • e) Panel & remote control (Keep the distance to the fireplace within 11.5 feet) help you control the heater more convenient.
4. It can operate with or without heat as is convenient for you.
5. There are two heat options. 750w for low and 1500w for high.
6. It has a built in timer for auto shut off, set from 1hour to 9 hours.
7. It can shut itself for super heating.
8. A very beautiful and decorative appliance to have in the home.
9. It has fire crackling sound.

Price and reviews.

Specs.

a) Material – Metal and Tempered Glass
b) Item Dimensions LxWxH – 35.6 x 9.05 x 27.5 inches
c) Item Weight – 51.59 Pounds
d) Ventilation Type – Vent Free
e) Heat output – 5100
f) Heating coverage – 400 sq ft

#3. TURBRO Eternal Flame EF23-LG Electric Fireplace.

Features.

1. The Turbro eternal electric fireplace insert produces realistic flames that mimic wood burning fireplace flames.
2. You can control the flames brightness and intensity through three levels. This allows you to set the right amount of light for any occasion.
3. It comes with a remote control which can be used to adjust the heat and flame output.
4. With a simple control panel on the unit and adjustable thermostat, operation of this unit is very easy.
5. It has an over heating protection in case the heat in the unit gets too much.
6. The TURBRO Eternal Flame heater is CSA certified to be safe for use in North America.

Price and reviews

Specs.

1. Brand – TURBRO
2. Color – Lemonwood Green
3. Material – Metal
4. Item Dimensions LxWxH – 23 x 9 x 13 inches
5. Ventilation Type – Vent Free

#4. Classic Flame 23II042FGL 23″ 3D Infrared Quartz Electric Fireplace Insert.

Features.

1. It has a 3D flame effect technology which allows it to create a layered flame effect for realistic fireplace flames.
2. The flames can be adjusted at 5 levels for brightness and intensity.
3. The form of heat used here is infrared. This allows natural heating of the air in the room without drying it.
4. The infrared supplemental zone heating can heat a space of 1000sq. ft with 5200 BTU of heating power.
5. For safety concerns, there is a safer plug fire prevention technology monitors the temperature of the plug to prevent electrical fire, circuit or product damage.
6. In addition to safety issues, there is a safer sensor fire prevention technology. This alerts you whenever the heater is obstructed and shuts off to prevent damage.

Price and reviews.

Specs.

a) Material – Metal 77.3%, Plastic 10.5%, Glass 7.2%, Electronic 5%
b) Item Dimensions LxWxH – 23.6 x 8.5 x 20 inches
c) Item Weight – 17.95 Pounds
d) Ventilation Type – Vent Free
e) Heat output – 5200
f) Burner type – Quartz
g) Heating coverage – 1000 sq ft

#5. PuraFlame Klaus Electric Fireplace Insert with Fire Crackling Sound.

Features.

1. This best electric fireplace insert can be used with heat or without.
2. It has 3 flame settings with adjustable brightness and intensity.
3. The specially built front grill easily shields the controls and heat outlet.
4. Whether the heat is on or not, the front glass is always safe to touch.
5. It has both low and high heating power of 750W and 1500W respectively.
6. Ii comes with adjustable flames and adjustable thermostat.
7. It is easy to install and use. Just sit it on the floor of the existing fireplace, make sure it fits, plug and switch on.

Price and reviews.

Specs.

a) Brand – PuraFlame
b) Material – Wood, Resin, Glass
c) Ventilation Type – Vent Free

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