How To Fit A Wall Mounted Electric Fire

In this video i show in detail how to install a wall mounted electric fireplace onto a wall.

How to fit a wall mounted electric fire.

Wall mounted electric fires look really great in the showrooms until you get them home mount them on the wall then realise you have an ugly power cable on show. Electric fireplaces are economical and functional providing heat for your family while putting extra money back into your pocket through energy savings. This page will show you how to install a wall mounted electric fireplace step by step. Many people like to have them at eye level from a seated position which works out about 40 42 off the floor.

Electric fireplaces can be recessed into the wall or hung on the wall like a picture frame. Hang the glass face on the fire unit. Drill the holes with the relevant drill bit and insert rawl plugs. These kits typically include all of the hanging hardware that you need and installation can t get much simpler.

Most wall hung electric fires will come with some kind of template that shows you where you need to drill and insert cables. My plan was to convert the single socket nearby to a fused connection unit and drill a hole in the wall were the electrical flex comes out of fire and take it behind behind the. The main cable must remain at the back of the appliance and must not be in contact with any hot element. Never use an extension cord.

Find a location that is close to a power outlet. See what i mean. If you like to support my c. Wall mounted electric fireplaces are also semi permanent when it comes to installation.

Others like to place them between their wall mounted tv and the floor. Fit the screws where necessary leaving them proud by 5 10mm. Hang the fire onto the screws and check everything is level adjusting where necessary. Wall mounted electric fireplaces can have heat coming from the top of the unit the front of the unit and the bottom of the unit.

Use the l metal bracket to secure the bottom of the fire unit to the chosen wall space.