ELECTRIC??? That's the MOST expensive way to go. If you just want the entertainment of a fire then I guess it's fine. But if you're looking for anything else like heat.... OUCH. Do a Google for electric fireplaces and I'm sure you'll find what you're looking for. Up here electricity is VERY expensive at almost 15 cents per KWH. And power failures can come during a blizzard. So we have a real fire.

IÂm back! This time, looking for help creating a "hearth". IÂve been trying to find photos on the web, but canÂt really find anything that would work. Again, this is a small townhouse. The dining area is terrazzo tile; the living area is carpet. I do have a few tiles that I could use to set the fireplace on, or I could try to build something out of brick. I could also do what deltabreee suggested and build a "stage" for it. Most of the photos and discussions I see here are for full-sized homes, not tiny townhouses like mine, so I donÂt know whether anyone can relate, but, while I donÂt have a lot of money, I donÂt want it to look cheap or tacky, either. Any ideas? Has anyone else ever done such a thing?

We have been researching for forever! Each one we like that looks like a real flame and has real looking faux wood and crystal options some people say they run loud even when just the flame is running because of the motor. What are the best 50" quiet electric fireplaces that look real and don't break the bank?!?

Below is an inspired photo of what I am doing. What is your favorite electric fireplace that you love? Link is a huge bonus. Thank you