ACR Stoves

Electric fires have come a long way. No longer just a flat orange glow, today’s technology makes flames look so realistic you’ll want to reach out and warm your hands. But with three main Dimplex flame effects, Optiflame, Optimyst, and Opti-V you may wonder which one suits your home best? In this guide, we’ll break down each technology, compare features, and help you choose the right Dimplex fire for your space.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

If you're looking for a warm and cosy home during those chilly months, a boiler stove might just be the perfect solution. Boiler stoves are not only an efficient way to heat your home but also offer several other benefits that make them worth considering. In this back boiler stove guide, we’ll explore all the reasons why boiler stoves are becoming increasingly popular, especially for off-grid homeowners.

If you’re a fan of colour, whether that be incredibly bold tones or neutral shades then why not consider a painted wood burner or vibrant enamel stove that will inject happiness into your home? In this edit, we’ll discuss all the latest trends and help you choose a wood burner that could be its own piece of art. So whether you want a subtle hue or an eye-catching centrepiece we’ll find a coloured wood burner perfect for your home.

When it comes to heating large spaces and open plan rooms, high-output log burners (also known as wood-burning stoves and wood burners) are an excellent choice. They combine aesthetic appeal with the ability to generate a significant heat output. In this edit, we’ll discuss the important factors you should consider before buying a powerful wood burner and we’ll provide you with some of our recommendations for high-output log burners suitable for large spaces.

Creating a stylish and cosy living space with a media wall electric fire is an exciting journey, but before you dash for the toolbox and mount your TV there are best practices and size guides that will help keep your media wall set up both functional and safe. TVs are getting bigger and living spaces can become cramped so mounting your TV on a will is a great option if you don't have space for a hefty media unit like a TV stand. Keep reading if you want more information on this popular media wall trend, we’ll help you combine your fire and TV in the best way possible to create a seamless media wall design.

When it comes to settling down and getting cosy on an evening, there is nothing quite like cocooning up in a fluffy warm blanket beside your wood burner fireplace. In this edit, we’ll discuss small wood burner options for consumers with compact-sized living rooms or spaces that don’t require larger log burners that will pump out far too much heat for the space. We’ll cover some of the questions that we are frequently asked and we have also compiled a selection of perfect small wood-burning stoves you should consider if you’re looking to fit one into a small space like a snug, houseboat, shed or home office.

Fireplace and log burner hearths have been around for centuries, they bring an element of style but most importantly safety to your fireplace set-up by helping to protect the area around your stove from overheating. In this edit, we’ll discuss all the important hearth and fireplace regulations to help you choose a suitably sized hearth and the right material for your installation and decor. Keep reading to find out exactly why you’ll need a hearth for your wood burner and all the important regulations involved that you’ll need to know when buying a fireplace hearth for your home.

Contemporary fireplace design trends are moving towards designs with large flame viewing areas encompassing the cosy flame effect. Frameless models are also in high demand as well as classic designs that add elegance and warmth to your space. Look no further than a stunning stone fireplace or a frameless gas fire that will provide a cosy and inviting atmosphere and serve as focal points helping transform a room's look and feel. In this edit, we’ll suggest vogue fireplaces to add a touch of sophistication and luxury, while the crackling flames from your fire will create a comforting ambience that invites relaxation and conversation.

Heat pumps are more efficient than other heating systems and according to the Energy Saving Trust they produce around three times more energy than they take in, so they’re a whopping 300% efficient. That’s not to say they’re perfect heating machines and in this edit, we’ll explain how a heat pump works and the common problems that owners bump into. We’ll also discuss why we think it’s a great idea to supplement your heating system with a reliable and powerful log burner! Keep reading if you’re renovating a property and are considering installing a heat pump.

If you’re looking to make a statement in your home in 2024, what better way to do so than with a fireplace feature wall? Not only do they allow you to show off your fireplace in its true glory, but they also add warmth to your home whilst serving as a focal point for the room. Plus, they can be a fantastic addition to not just the living room, but to a bedroom or dining room too. Keep reading if you need some inspiration for creating your dream media wall fireplace and we’ll share all the fireplace design trends of 2024.

If you're in the market for an efficient heating solution, look no further than a Gallery stove. These innovative stoves offer a range of benefits, from eco-friendly functionality to their impressive heat output. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore everything you need to know about Firefox, Tiger & Classic stoves, including their features, installation and maintenance tips. Whether you're a homeowner or a heating professional, this guide will help understand just why these efficient heaters are so popular.

There is nothing quite like the sense of warmth and comfort created by a flickering fire, but open flame can bring with it concerns about safety, maintenance and cost. This is where an electric fire from Dimplex becomes a very attractive option. In this article we’ll guide you through all your electric fire choices and explain how an electric flame can provide the same warmth and comfort as the real thing, but without the worries.

Double sided log burners have been around for some time and are very different from standard wood burners. In this article, we hope to show you why a double-sided stove might be a fantastic investment for your home and how versatile they can be as a heat source.

If you love the cosy ambience of a real wood-burning fire but prefer the convenience and cleanliness of gas, then you're in luck. Gas fires have come a long way in replicating the look and feel of a genuine fire, with real dancing flames and glowing embers from the realistic log effect fuel bed. Explore our collection of gas fires and stoves that will add warmth and charm to your home without the hassle of burning or storing wood.

Double door log burners have been around for a long time, their traditional appeal has not been diminished and in this article, we’ll explain why they are becoming increasingly popular.