Heating the outside room is just as important as ensuring the inside stays warm. From modern fireplaces to heated towel rails and underfloor heating, we’ve sourced some simple and effective solutions to keep every corner of your home cosy through the winter months
The room outside
1. A cylindrical-shaped tea-light-inspired fireplace, Cyl from EcoSmart Fire is constructed from weather-resistant materials, including a round stainless-steel base that encases a five-litre stainless-steel Around Burner. The cylindrical glass surround is made of crystal glass, which embraces the flame and is elevated above the base by three stainless-steel spigots. The Cyl can be turned on and off as desired using the accompanying lid. Standing 533mm high, the Cyl is a stylish addition to an alfresco party or event — at any time of the year. ecosmartfire.com
2. The overall dimensions of the Heatmaster 900 is 695mm (height) x 935mm (width) x 480mm (depth). heatmaster.com.au
3. Bio-fuel Freestanding Cacoon Fireplace from Agnews Fireplaces. agnews.com.au
4. The Escea EF5000 from Woodpecker is a wide-aspect, open-fronted gas fireplace that has been specifically designed to provide heat and ambience to an outdoor living or dining area. The style, size and materials of this appliance have been chosen to create an impressive centrepiece that is in keeping with the outdoor environment. woodpecker.com.au
5. Platinum Outdoor Gas Heating from Agnews Fireplaces. The 3 panel heater is $1979, the 5 panel heater is $2529. agnews.com.au
6. The Regency HZO42 outdoor fireplace delivers beautiful wide-angle flames amplified by a reflective stainless-steel body with the choice of ceramic garden stones, reflective crystals or logs. Quality, style and durable outdoor function make this fireplace a perfect outdoor option. regency-fire.com.au
Design & dimension
7. The IB1100 ultra-wide gas fireplace from Glen Dimplex Australia comes in a range of elegant fascia colours to match any décor. Three-sided fascia frames are for use with a hearth, while the four-sided version is designed for existing or purpose-built cavities. IB series fires come with a deflector screen that increases the contrast of the flames and eliminates any reflections for a visually appealing centrepiece. With superior design and performance, Escea gas fires will complement any home or project. RRP from $7395. escea.com/glendimplex.com.au
8. Dancing Flame 1500 from Chazelles Fireplaces. chazelles.com.au
9. The Escea EF5000 outdoor gas fireplace from Glen Dimplex Australia is a wide-aspect, open-fronted gas fireplace that has been specifically designed to provide heat and ambience to an outdoor living or dining area. This fireplace is ignited by way of its touch-pad electronic control. It is made of 100 per cent stainless steel, and its flue-less design has removed the complexity and expense associated with flued outdoor fireplaces. RRP $4999.
escea.com/glendimplex.com.au
10. Bathyscafocus’s round body is made from 2.5mm-thick steel at a diameter of 0.7m and a weight of 35kg. focusfireplaces.com.au
11. Heat & Glo 550TRSI and Monet White Limestone Mantel from Agnews Fireplaces. agnews.com.au
12. The Regency landscape gas log fire, Gemfire54, offers a wide-angle view of unique flames. Available with crystals, logs and pebbles for added styling. regencyfire.com.au
13. Jetmaster Universal 1050-degree heat circulating open wood fireplace. The unit can be converted to gas either logs, pebbles or coal. jetmaster.com.au
14. Retro from EcoSmart Fire. ecosmartfire.com
Added comfort
15. A new range of innovative and exciting designer towel rails from H20 Heating. Pictured here is the Jesi Black. The Jesi comes in two sizes — 500mm width x 1000mm height and the 600mm wide x 1400mm height. h2oheating.com.au
16. The Vola heated towel rail by Cass Brothers Fine Bathroomware is customarily designed with variational options of two up to 10 bars. The enthralling appearance of the elongated rails integrates a weave of simple elegance fused with craftsmanship to develop wall decor that will extend any bathroom into a new realm of design. Incorporating customary design elements, the Vola will not only keep your towels toasty and warm, it also has the ability to emit heat and help control the condensation in damp bathrooms; it can reduce mildew and mould, promote longevity and keep your bathroom and household structures sustainable. cassbrothers.com.au
17. This electric patio heater from Maxim Housewares offers a warm outdoor alternative without the stress of running out of gas halfway through the night. It is powered at 2000W and has three heat options. The device can be left outdoors if kept undercover. The patio heater also features a safety device which ensures an automatic shutdown if knocked over. maximhousewares.com
18. Underfloor heating from Comfort Heat Australia is totally invisible yet totally comfortable. comfortheat.com.au
19. In-slab heating is the most efficient, cost-effective and discreet way to heat your home. In-slab or floor coil heating is an age-old method of heating your home. It was first used by the Romans and is a warm, gentle and sumptuous radiated heat, emitted from the floor and warming the room. h2oheating.com.au
20. Omega lightweight portable convection heaters silently warm the room fast. omegaaltise.com.au
Originally from Home Renovation Ideas magazine, Volume 1