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Electric Fireplaces vs. Gas: Which Is Best for Modern Homes in 2025?

In the era of smart tech, sustainable living, and minimalist design, home heating is no longer just about staying warm; it’s about how you do it. The heating dilemma facing every modern homeowner is choosing between top contenders like electric fireplaces and gas fireplaces, each offering its own set of perks, aesthetics, and performance advantages. But as we move into 2025, with energy prices fluctuating, homes becoming smarter, and more people living in apartments or smaller spaces, the question becomes more important than ever.

StovesAreUs at The Great Yorkshire Show 2025

We’re back! StovesAreUs is thrilled to be exhibiting once again at the Great Yorkshire Show 2025. Whether you're looking to upgrade your home heating or elevate your outdoor cooking game, our stand is the place to be. With exclusive show offers, product showcases, and expert advice, don’t miss your chance to see our best-selling stoves, barbecues, and pizza ovens up close.

A guide to caring for your garden furniture year round

Learn how to clean and protect garden furniture made from wood, metal, and rattan, plus tips to prevent weather damage with this guide from StovesAreUs.

Stylish Meets Simplicity: Flat Wall Fireplaces Without the Fuss?

Flat wall fireplaces are revolutionising the way we heat and style our homes. These versatile furniture pieces don’t require a chimney, recess, or complicated installation. Whether you're furnishing a new build or modernising a traditional home, flat wall fireplaces offer instant ambience and clean-lined elegance.

Bank holiday garden prep: Hosting the perfect outdoor gathering

As the bank holiday weekend approaches, there’s no better time to transform your garden into an al fresco haven for entertaining. Whether you’re planning a laid-back BBQ, a cosy evening around the fire pit, or a glamorous outdoor cocktail party, a little preparation goes a long way.

Feng Shui & Vastu in garden design

Your garden is more than just a space for plants — it’s a sanctuary. Whether you're firing up the BBQ for friends or seeking a peaceful spot to unwind, thoughtful garden design can make all the difference. By drawing on the ancient principles of Feng Shui and Vastu, you can create an outdoor living space that feels balanced, energised, and perfectly suited to both socialising and solitude.

Discover Solo Stoves for the Ultimate Outdoor Experience

Looking to create a warm, inviting atmosphere for cosy evenings in your garden? If so, a Solo Stove is the ideal choice for enhancing your outdoor space or adding that extra touch of warmth when the evening air starts to cool. Renowned for their sleek, smoke-free design and exceptional performance, Solo Stoves bring both comfort and unique ambience to your alfresco moments. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about Solo Stoves and their must-have accessories—plus why they’ve become a favourite among outdoor enthusiasts across the UK.

Why Qudos Stoves Are the Future of Home Heating

When the cold creeps in, your home should be a cosy and comfortable place for you to relax and unwind. Nothing transforms a space quite like the right kind of warmth from a log burner. Not just heat for heat’s sake—but a heat source that looks great, works brilliantly, and fits your lifestyle. That’s where Qudos Stoves come in. These aren’t just room heaters—they’re a reflection of your taste, your values, and your love for stylish things. Whether you're revamping your home, looking for a centrepiece, or just ready for an upgrade from an older model, a Qudos stove might be the best decision you make this year.

The Best Gas BBQs to Buy

There is a lot to consider when hunting for a new gas barbecue or griddle. Our best gas BBQ guide will walk you through the pros and cons of the different types of gas BBQ and what to look out for. We update this guide regularly to include the best new models that we and our customers love.

Once you’ve read our guide, you’ll have a better idea of which gas barbecue is best for your garden or patio space. We’ll discuss essential considerations like how many people you’ll be feeding, whether any storage space is required and what type of special features you’ll need. All the gas BBQs we’re recommending in this article are well constructed and sturdy and they’ll provide you with a controlled and consistent cook that will help you to enjoy the British summer. Whether you’re cooking for your family or entertaining large social gatherings, we’ve put forward a range of our best gas BBQs to help you find the right model.

Ninja outdoor ovens, what's the hype?

Ninja outdoor ovens are versatile, convenient and stylish looking. They’re an excellent option for those looking to cook outside without the hassle of managing a live fire. Consumers who love Ninja say they are easy to use, well-made and can cook a variety of foods in many ways. From grilling and roasting to baking and smoking, if you’re considering adding a barbecue to your outdoor space then a Ninja oven simply has to be considered. In this edit, we’ll review Ninja outdoor ovens including all the features, and price range and compare each BBQ model to help you choose the outdoor oven that is perfectly suited for your needs.

Heating with Style, Why Stovax Stoves are the Perfect Home Investment

Stovax and Gazco is a well-known UK brand that makes top-notch wood-burning, multi-fuel, electric and gas stoves. They’re one of the longest-standing manufacturers of stoves and are famous for making log burners that are innovative, efficient, and stylish. Stovax stoves aren’t just about heating your home, they’re also a great way to add personality to your interior design. They come in a variety of styles and finishes, so you can pick the one that best suits your taste.

Rangemaster Release Estel and Edge Range Cookers

Britain’s most loved range cooker brand, which made the world's first range cooker in 1830, has announced the release of two new range cooker models called the Edge Deluxe and Estel Deluxe. These new cooker models alongside a substantial manufacturing investment are sure to turn a few heads in the marketplace. In this edit, we’ll bring you all the latest information about these two new cookers and explain why a Rangemaster oven is the essential ingredient to a perfect kitchen.

What are the Garden Furniture Trends for 2025

A new year comes with a fresh wave of garden furniture trends that are ready to transform your outdoor space for 2025. Garden trends this year are heavily influenced by sustainability, functionality, and creating spaces that promote well-being and relaxation. In this edit, we’ll focus on the next big influencers of garden furniture and the major trends that you should consider if you’re looking to add a new garden set to your outdoor space.

Meet Scandinavian Inspired Westfire Stoves

Wood burning stoves are an efficient way of heating your home and when it comes to modern log burners, Westfire stoves offer an amazing feature point in any room. In true Danish fashion, Westfire uses some of the best materials to maximise heat storage and output throughout your house. Their log burners are often lauded for their ability to heat large spaces efficiently, making them ideal for open-plan living areas and newly built homes. In this edit, we’ll provide you with a full review of the Westfire stove brand and dive into hot topics like build quality, performance and unique features to help you decide whether a Westfire log burner is the right fit for your home.

Home Heating Trends

As the seasons change and the nights become longer, we start looking for ways to transform our homes into warm, cosy retreats. And just like with other interior and home decor choices, the latest trends can be a great source of inspiration if you want to upgrade your home heating setup.

Essential Guide to Choosing a Gas Fire

If you’re considering buying a gas fire then this handy guide is a perfect bit of reading to help you choose the ideal gas fire for your home. Gas fires offer a fast, efficient and convenient way to provide your home with the essential heat you’ll need during the cold season and we’re here to help you choose one. In this edit, we’ll cover important topics like the different types of flue and how to identify them, which gas fire might be most suitable for your home and best practices for choosing an installer.

A Guide to Rangemaster Cookers

If you’re thinking about buying a new range cooker for your kitchen, then have you considered a Rangemaster? If so, there are many important details about Rangemaster cookers that you should know before buying. In this edit, we’ll discuss the different cooker fuel options, unique cooking features you’ll inherit and the varying styles and colours of their cookers you might not have considered for your new kitchen. Rangemaster have found their way into more UK homes than any other cooker brand so you’re in good hands. They made the world’s first range cooker in 1830 in Royal Leamington Spa where the production of range cookers continues today. Keep reading to discover all the fantastic benefits of buying an iconic Rangemaster range cooker made by AGA.

5 Reasons to Buy a Lofra Cooker

The true heart of your kitchen or home for that matter is the cooker. If you’re considering options for moving away from a built in ovens or replacing them with a range cooker then a Lofra cooker could be the way to go. In this Lofra appliance guide we’ll discuss the reasons to buy a Lofra cooker and whether a Lofra appliance is worth the investment for your kitchen.

The Best Firewood for Your Wood Burner: A Guide to Kiln Dried, Seasoned Wood & Log Briquettes

A crackling fire in your wood burner provides warmth and sets a cosy atmosphere. However, the type of wood you choose significantly impacts your fire's performance and overall experience. Different tree species possess unique qualities that influence their burning properties, heat output, and even the aroma they release. In this edit, we’ll delve deeper into the best firewood options for your wood burner and understand what sets them apart.

Wood Burners for the Environmentally Conscious Buyer

Wood burner manufacturers and stove retailers alike understand that at the very core burning wood there is a release of emissions. But when we talk about air quality and health both Ecodesign stoves & Defra Approved stoves offer huge advantages over older log burners and open fires. In this edit, we’ll answer all of your questions about indoor air quality, environmental impacts and best practices for burning wood within a wood burning stove.