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These fireplaces are made in the UK and are sold worldwide but only through a limited dealer network and the guarantee for their products is not very good when compared to other brands. The Somerset 26.5 model features very traditional European styling and the Regent model gives an almost royal appearance.
This brand is made in Canada by Wolf Steel Limited and the guarantee on the firebox is great but the warranty on the electrical parts is not as good as some of the other brands and they are only sold through a very limited dealer network in the USA & Canada. The inserts feature large windows for viewing the fire as well as temperature sensing remote controls for increased comfort and energy savings and a six speed fan to distribute the heat throughout the room. The Inspiration models are available in two sizes with four options for interior accent lights as well as standing pilot or intermittent pilot controls. They use metal flex venting for easier installation which is also less expensive than B vent.
This brand is made in the USA by Empire Comfort Systems and the units are available in North America but only through their limited authorized dealer network. They offer vent free inserts with the Franklin models have traditional styling while the Loft models are more modern looking. They are both available in two sizes and offer optional thermostats and remote controls. Although the guarantee on the firebox is great, the warranty on the burners and electrical parts is not very good when compared to other brands.
This brand is available in Canada and the USA and is backed by a decent guarantee but they are only sold through a limited dealer network. The Chantico models feature clean face design and electronic ignition and they are available in three sizes with heating capacities of from 22,400 to 40,000 BTU. The Optima 34 model is only available in the USA and features louvers for enhanced air circulation. They use millivolt controls and have a heating capacity of 34,000 BTU.
These inserts are available through dealers in North America but the warranty on the firebox is not very good when compared to other brands that are available. The Clarity 2714 model is available with either millivolt or intermittent pilot controls and has a 24,682 BTU heating capacity. They include a standard remote and the intermittent pilot models can be controlled through a smartphone app.
This brand is made in Canada by Wolf Steel Limited and the inserts are sold through dealers in North America but the guarantee on the firebox is not very good when compared to other brands that are available. The CD13 model features modern clean face design with a blower for circulating the heat throughout the room. They are direct vented for energy savings and feature electronic ignition with battery backup so they can operate even during a main power outage. The units have a 24,500 BTU heating capacity and offers an optional remote control.
This brand is assembled in the USA by Factory Buys Direct and they are sold on Amazon but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The FDF300R vent free fireplace insert is dual fuel capable which means they can burn either natural or LP gas and they have a 26,000 BTU heating capacity. They are easier to install as no venting is required and gas conversion is not required to burn LP gas. The brand offers an optional blower to distribute the heat throughout the room but it is not included as standard equipment. They have battery assisted piezo ignition and a remote control but the remote does not sense the room temperature.
These inserts are made in Canada by Sherwood Industries Limited and they are backed by a very good warranty but they are only sold through a limited network of dealers in North America. The fireplaces have a fan to circulate the heat throughout the room and they have an intermittent pilot system with a remote control which saves energy. The Q1 model is a portrait style insert with a 20,000 BTU heating capacity while the E Series offers five sizes of inserts with heating capacities of from 23,000 to 42,000 BTU. The EX models are available in two sizes and feature accent lighting in the top of the unit as well as in the ember bed.
This brand is made in the USA by Travis Industries and is available through dealers in North America but their guarantee is not very good when compare to the other brands that are on the market. The units are direct vented for energy efficiency and feature their GreenSmart remote control for flexibility as well as energy savings as well as a fan to circulate the warm air throughout the room. The Ember-Glo models feature accent lighting while the Mod-Fyre units have a more modern style of flames.
This brand is made in America by Hearth and Home Technologies and is sold throughout North America but only by their limited dealer network. The Escape models are firebrick lined for enhanced efficiency and offer optional remote and Wi-Fi control through their Intellifire app while the Supreme models feature classic styling and a standard touchscreen remote control. The Provident models offer an optional fan to circulate the heat throughout the room and feature their intellifire ignition system for energy savings. Although the warranty on the firebox is excellent the guarantee for the electrical parts and the burners is not as good as some of the other brands that are available.
This brand is made in America by Innovative Hearth Products but they are only sold through a very limited dealer network and their warranty is not very good when compared to other brands that are on the market. The Madison Park series offers three sizes of direct vent inserts with heating capacities of 25,000 to 38,000 BTU and featuring electronic ignition with battery backup so that they can provide heat even during a main power outage. They have traditional styling along with a full function remote control and a six speed blower to distribute the heat throughout the room while the Madison Park CD models have more modern styling with all of the same features.
These units are made in Norway for the European market and in the USA for the North American market but they are only available through their dealer network in America and their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The New Harbor model features classic styling with a 31,500 BTU heating capacity while the Winter Harbor model has a contemporary design and a 30,000 BTU heating capacity combined with basic millivolt controls. The Newcastle is a larger insert with more classic styling and features their "Fire on the Floor" design which lowers the firebox and provides a large fire viewing glass. Their "Jotulburner" provides realistic flames and offers a 50% turn down to keep from overheating the room. It also has a variable speed fan to circulate the air throughout the room. The Astrid model has a more modern look and feel to it and a large 38,000 BTU heating capacity but it uses basic millivolt controls.
This brand is made in Canada and is sold throughout North America but only through a very limited dealer network. The IDV models are available in three sizes with heating capacities from 24,000 to 34,250 BTU and with either millivolt or intermittent pilot controls. They have a dual burner for more realistic looking fires and a variable speed fan to circulate the warm air throughout the room. The brand is backed by a very good warranty but it is not easy to find a dealer to purchase the units.
These fireplaces are made in the USA by Hussong Manufacturing and they are backed by a very good guarantee but they are only sold through dealers in North America. The units feature electronic ignition with a convenient full function remote as well as a fan to circulate the air throughout the room. The Chaska series offers three sizes of insert with heating capacities of from 26,000 to 34,000 BTU while the Nordik models are available in two sizes and feature top and bottom accent lights.
This brand is made in the USA by Travis Industries and is available through dealers in North America but their guarantee is not very good when compare to the other brands that are on the market. The units are direct vented for energy efficiency and feature their GreenSmart remote control for flexibility as well as energy savings as well as a fan to circulate the warm air throughout the room. The Ember-Glo models feature accent lighting while the Mod-Fyre units have a more modern style of flames.
This brand is made in Canada by Kingsman Fireplaces and is sold in North America but only through a very limited dealer network. The inserts have large windows for viewing the fire and a variable speed blower to distribute the heat throughout the room. The Units are available with either millivolt or electronic controls and feature modern styling with clean views of the fire. The Capella model has a 30,000 BTU heating capacity while the Capri has a 24,000 BTU capacity.
This brand is made in America by Johnson Gas Appliance Company but they are only available through a limited dealer network. The warranty on the units is very good but you must complete their certified installation and registration process which is quite the hassle compared to other brands. The FireIn models are available in two sizes and offer full customization through their design center.
This brand is made in America by Hearth & Home Technologies but they are only available through a very limited dealer network and the guarantee on the burners and motors is not as good as some of the other brands. The Solstice model is a vent free fireplace insert with a heating capacity of 28,000 BTU and a fan to distribute the heat throughout the room. They offer an optional remote control for convenience but the units are only available in one size.
This brand is made in Canada and is sold throughout North America but only through a very limited dealer network and the warranty is not very good when compared to other brands that are available. The Illume models are available in two sizes with heating capacities of 24,000 or 31,000 BTU and in traditional or contemporary styles. They have a multi-function remote with a battery backup so that they can continue to provide heat even during a main power outage. They offer an optional fan to distribute the heat throughout the room.
This brand is made in Canada and backed by a very good warranty but the inserts are only sold through dealers in North America and it is a somewhat limited network. The Oakville Series offers four models with heating capacities of up to 40,000 BTU and they feature a fan to circulate the heat in the room as well as a unique night light function. They include a standard remote with Wi-Fi control through the eFire app and they are reasonably priced. The Inspiration ZC model features a multi-level burner for very realistic looking fires and it has a 24,000 BTU heating capacity but the unit uses basic millivolt controls.
This brand is made in the USA and can be purchased directly from Factory Buys Direct or on Amazon but their guarantee is not very good when compared to the other brands. The PC32VFC model is a universal vent free firebox and it offers an optional blower to distribute the heat throughout the room. The unit is inexpensive but it does not include the log set.
These inserts are made in Canada by Fireplace Products International and they are backed by a very good guarantee but they are only sold through dealers in North America and it is a very limited network. The Atmosphere Gi29LE model features electronic controls with a variable speed blower to distribute the heat throughout the room as well as ember bed lighting for enhanced ambiance. They have a 31,500 BTU heating capacity while the Liberty has a 20,500 capacity. The Horizon models are direct vent inserts that have a modern look and feel with a 19,500 BTU heating capacity while the Energy models use B vent which is not as energy efficient as direct vent models.
These fireplaces are made in Canada by Inca Metal Cutting and they are sold through a very limited dealer network. The Champion units feature a traditional log set while the Grand model has rock and glass. The units have electronic ignition and control but the guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands.
This brand is made in America by Progressive Manufacturing Inc. but they only have an average warranty and they are only sold through a very limited dealer network. The Twenty6 FI is a direct vent fireplace insert with a variable speed blower to distribute the heat throughout the room and a programmable thermostatic remote for enhanced comfort. It has a modern look and feel but is only available in one size with a relatively small 19,500 BTU heating capacity.
This brand is made in America by Innovative Hearth Products but they are only sold through a very limited dealer network and their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The DRI2000 models are available in two sizes with heating capacities of either 25,000 or 28,000 BTU with a variable speed blower motor to circulate the heat throughout the room. They feature electronic ignition with a battery backup so that the units can provide heat even during a main power outage.
This brand is made in Canada by Miles Industries Limited and is available in the USA as well but only through a very limited dealer network and the warranty on the firebox and burners is not very good when compared to the other brands that are available. The units feature their AutoFire restrictor technology which is patented by them and controls the secondary combustion air to maximize efficiency. The RetroFire models are available in two sizes with relatively small heating capacities of either 18,000 or 20,000 BTU while the G3 units have a 24,000 BTU capacity and the G4 has a 28,000 BTU heating capacity.
This brand is made in America by Empire Comfort Systems and is sold through their dealer network but they only have an average guarantee on their burners and electrical parts. The Innsbrook line offers a more traditional look and feel with basic millivolt controls while the Rushmore has a modern clean face design as well as a multi-function temperature sensing remote control, accent lighting, and a blower to distribute the heat throughout the room. The Loft models are vent free inserts that are available in three sizes including a very small 10,000 BTU size that is designed for bedrooms.
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