Gas fireplaces are popular in homes due to their ease of operation, quick heating, and energy efficiency. They also emit a warm glow that may enhance interior aesthetics and make rooms feel more welcoming. As you browse options, you might wonder which style to choose for your space. Here are a few popular types and their advantages. 

Single-Sided

Single sided or front-facing gas fireplaces are hearths installed into walls. They sit flush with the wall and often have a square or rectangular shape. They may consist of inserts, which are fireboxes designed to fit into a pre-existing fireplace masonry. 

The firebox is typically made from cast iron or steel and has glass doors that can prevent flames or sparks from flying. This may promote safety while giving you a clear view of the fire. These hearths are easy to incorporate into rooms of any size and style. 

In a smaller space, you might opt for a single-sided gad fireplace that is taller than it is wide. In a larger room, you may ensure even heating and create a dramatic effect by installing a wider yet shorter hearth that spans the length of an entire wall. 

Multi-Sided

Multi-sided gas fireplaces feature a firebox that has two or more open sides or panels. One of the most popular variations is the corner hearth, which you might install in the corner of a room to provide light and warmth in two directions. 

Another widely beloved version is the three-sided or peninsula fireplace, which juts out and has three sides, illuminating and heating multiple rooms or areas at once. Both options are ideal for larger spaces and can save energy and money, as they may prevent the need to install and run more than one hearth. 

Standalone 

Standalone hearths are freestanding, meaning they do not install into walls. "See-through" versions feature glass paneling on all sides, providing a central source of light and heat when placed in the middle of rooms. 

They may have a square, rectangular, or tunnel shape, which can create a gorgeous visual effect in interior design schemes. These gas fireplaces are also ideal for outdoor living areas, as they may allow multiple people to gather around the hearth for warmth.

When you want an attractive and functional gas fireplace, get in touch with Fireplace Creations LLC. They provide gas and wood fireplaces, stoves, and inserts, including installation services, to clients throughout Buffalo, MN. Call (763) 682-4262 to ask about hearths in stock and visit the website to learn more about their products that can illuminate and warm up your space.