Get the effect of a real fire with all the benefits of electric and none of the fuss and cost of installing and maintaining an open or gas fire. Electric fires can offer a very practical and cost effective visual centre piece in a home, and many offer lighting effects that can be switched on without any heating, so you can just use the enhanced appearance. Heat and flames are instantly available at the flick of a switch and many electric fires also offer a handy remote control, so you can adjust both heating and ‘flame’ effects from the comfort of your sofa.