The newRichmond  slimline ‘TV Fireplace’ has been introduced by Picture House TV Furniture, providing a great way to hide your TV.

The elegant fully functioning new fireplace hides the TV inside:

• The TV automatically lifts to viewing height when the remote is pressed; press it again and it magically disappears and the television switches off automatically to save power.

• The fireplace, which emits 2kW of heat, has a small footprint making it a perfect choice if space is restricted and there are no messy wires and cables, as they are all hidden from view. It will accept TVs up to 52in.

• Picture House’s ‘TV Fireplaces’ are environmentally friendly, as the TV is turned off when not in use and automatically turns on when it’s raised up. Since the TV is not on standby it doesn’t use any power unless it is being watched, thereby reducing the household power consumption.

• Other new designs in the Picture House portfolio include, the Corvado, the Havana and the Valenza.

Award-winning inventor and furniture designer David Free, who runs Picture House TV Furniture and presents “The Great British Woodshop” on Discovery Shed says: “My living room looked soulless with this big black box on the wall - so I came up with this idea of concealing the TV inside a working fireplace - which creates one focal point for the room.”A choice of different electric flame effect fires suitable for the fireplace is available. Prices start from £3,000.

For further information about Picture House TV Fireplaces, please visit the website.

Tel:   (01932) 345184

Beauty & Function - The Art of Fire…

Following an exhaustive programme of research and development, Chesney’s is manufacturing a unique range of gas fires to suit its fireplaces.

Its new Alchemy range of gas fires successfully combine the latest technology, with a design aesthetic that places the product that surpasses the competition in terms of both beauty and functionality.

Following endless experiments, flame patterns that are both generous and realistic have been achieved.

With any gas appliance safety is of paramount importance so the Alchemy gas fire incorporates both a flame failure device and an oxygen depletion sensor.

The new Gas Log Rack, featured here with the Greenwich Heritage fire surround, is another beautiful piece from Chesney’s, which joins their Alchemy fire range.

• Each log is cast from an original piece of charred timber and individually hand painted.

• The Log Rack features exceptional detailing, to recreate a realistic roaring fire for the winter months and an attractive focal point for the room in the summer months.

• An Alchemy gas fire can be operated either manually or by hand held remote control. The remote control function is available either as original equipment, or as an upgrade to any Alchemy fire, post installation. Priced from £1,194 inc. VAT.

The Greenwich Heritage fire surround:

• Includes a wealth of architectural detail and features an inverted breakfront mantel-shelf and conforming frieze, above an attractive Gothic Arched opening.

• The Greenwich is shown in Bianco Avorio limestone. Priced from £1,380 inc. VAT.

For further information and to view the Chesney’s range of Alchemy fires, please visit the website.

Tel: (020) 7627 1410

A burning fire is the very epitome of Christmas as it represents the heart of the home around which Christmas festivities unfold.

Chesney’s has launched a new collection of traditional and contemporary stoves available in up to ten finishes, including olive green and claret red: perfect for the festive season.

Providing warmth and light in an environmentally friendly way, a Chesney’s stove will be the focal point of the room and make for an unforgettably cosy Christmas.

Chesney’s Stove Collection is a great new way to introduce heat and a fireside experience into urban environments, as everyone, not just country dwellers, can now enjoy a wood-burning stove at Christmas:

• The clean-burn and air-wash technology, which Chesney’s stoves use, means that the polluting by-products emitted by the initial burning are re-ignited and burnt again in the stove.

• This double combustion substantially reduces emissions, contributes to a cleaner, healthier environment and can be used in smoke control areas throughout the UK.

Featured here is The Barrington 6KW.

• With its elegant refined appearance, The Barrington stove draws its inspiration from the delicate interiors and fine furniture of Barrington Court, a Tudor manor house owned by the National Trust.

• Available in black, ivory, sage green, Atlantic blue, terracotta and silver finish.

For over a quarter of a century, Chesney’s has become widely recognised as the country’s leading supplier of quality fireplaces. This reputation has been achieved by a rigorous and uncompromising commitment to the finest craftsmanship and integrity of design.

Working in association with the National Trust, Chesney’s has now applied the same values to the development of this unique range of wood burning stoves.

For further information about Chesney’s new stove collection, please visit the website.

Tel: (020) 7627 1410

EcoSmart Fire’s minimalist Aspect fire will create a stylish centre piece in any room. It is fully portable as it does not require a flue or utility connection.

The EcoSmart Aspect, like all models in their Designer Range, cleverly refashions the traditional fireplace concept. Clean lines define this simple and stylish rectangular-shaped fireplace, with a clear focus on enhancing the decor of a variety of interiors.

A contemporary fireplace for apartments, houses, offices, bars and restaurants, the Aspect makes an urban design statement and lifts the ambience of any interior. Versatility is paramount, and as a portable, freestanding piece of furniture the Aspect is a popular and well-proven choice for any location:

• It comprises a completely stainless steel firebox, cleverly designed with a cut-out to accommodate the EcoSmart flueless Burner.
  For your unique architectural environment, there’s the choice from a vast palette of colours for the fireplace surrounds.
• Like the other models in the Designer Range, Aspect is fuelled by denatured ethanol - an environmentally friendly, renewable energy – which means you can enjoy warmth that’s clean and green.
• The Aspect fire is designed to stand the test of time, made from durable materials such as stainless steel and toughened glass.
• The fire measures H950mm x W1145mm x D392mm. Priced at £6,172.

The fire includes Wind Screen Static; a clean and simple wind screen that increases the safety of your open fire, without compromising the view to the flame.

Featuring four circular attachment screws and a flat panel of toughened glass, the wind screen has been designed to fit seamlessly and easily onto almost all of the Designer Range and Renovator Range models.

To view the full luxurious Designer range of portable fires please visit the Ecosmart website
Tel:   (020) 7173 5014

EcoSmart Fire has a wide choice of eco-friendly fires in their Designer Range, which add warmth and a touch of luxury to any room.

The striking contemporary fires are fuelled by denatured ethanol, an environmentally friendly, renewable fuel.

They are fully portable, as they don’t require a utility connection or flue, making it easy to move the fire to wherever it is needed.

The Igloo fire in our picture has a suspended stainless steel bench in a toughened glass surround, creating a futuristic look.

It measures H900mm x W977mm x D493mm and is priced at £3,790.

The Apsect another designer fire in the range, has a simple and stylish rectangular shape.

It has a stainless steel firebox and includes a static windscreen for added safety, without obscuring the look of the flame.

It measures H950mm x W1145mm x D392mm and priced at £5,992.

EcoSmart Fire offers a diverse range of products and accessories and their fires and fireplaces are highly efficient, cost effective, eco-friendly, and aesthetically appealing.

For more information and to view the full range please visit the EcoSmart website.

Tel: (0207) 173 5014

Christmas at Home begins with the tree and the fireplace… so Chesney’s has decorated one of its gorgeous fireplaces for this happy season.

The feel-good factor of a real fire can’t be underestimated, particularly during the short days of winter, whether watching a movie or relaxing with friends.

The magnificent Limoges chimney-piece in our picture is part of Chesney’s En Trumeau Collection:

With an impressive over mantel, this stone fireplace is eminently majestic, yet retains an exquisite elegance thanks to its fine, hand-carved detail and its graceful central cavetto.

This style was widely used in both France and England during the 18th century and is the French equivalent of the English “continued” chimney-piece, where the decorative panel sits on top of the mantelpiece. Dimensions to order.

Priced at £6785 Inc VAT.

A beautiful fireplace really comes into its own as the focal point of a room at Christmas and throughout the year; like a tree, it welcomes decoration and adornment!

Here are Chesney’s top tips for decorating your mantle for Christmas:

• 1. The key to decorating your mantel is to complement the fireplace with your decorations rather than dominate it.

• 2. It is essential that the mirror above is in harmony with the fireplace, both in terms of size and style.

• 3. A French design, such as The Limoges, is best suited to bright colours and materials such as roses, silver baubles and crystal candle sticks, with arranged greenery positioned centrally on the mantel.

• 4. Surrounds in much darker material, such as Chesney’s Wessex Colection in St. Augustine marble, can carry far richer decorations; red and gold are the key colours, which can be translated via red roses and gold accessories.

• 5. Take into account the function and furnishings in the room, to ensure that its formality or otherwise is matched in the decorations.

Visit the Chesney’s website for more inspiration.
Tel: (020) 7627 1410

Haddonstone – A leading UK manufacturer of fine cast stone for interiors and exteriors – is offering an elegant new range of fireplace options for this year!

Most importantly, the company now offers Hearths for use with the customer’s own stoves.

Haddonstone’s range of fireplaces, mantels and chimney-piece surrounds, has been dramatically expanded to offer customers a choice of seventeen standard surrounds, from the simple and stylish to the ornate and elegant.

Pictured here is the Tall Manor Chimney Piece, plain HF411W with Hearth - An elegant, taller version of the popular Manor Chimney Piece design. Priced at £1510.    (Stove not available) .

Most existing and new designs are available with hearth blocks and slips to allow for an opening of 572 x 420-470mm (22½” x 16½” – 18½”).

Where options are available, these are shown under Associated Products.

To request a copy of Haddonstone’s inspirational 208 page catalogue visit:

Web: http://www.haddonstone.com

Tel: (01604) 770711.

This year Chesney’s will be having their biggest ever sale with 40% off best sellers such as The Burlington and The Clandon fireplaces, while stocks last.

Other designs discounted by up to 40% are:

• The Regency Bullseye (from £999.00 to £799.00) and the Albany (from £1,351 to £1,081).
• The best selling Ormonde fireplace will also be reduced by a huge 50%.
• Fire baskets and dogs, such as the Totem and Meridian, will be heavily reduced - both with 50% off.
• The Wave fire basket featured here - 45% off was £294.00 now £165.00.

Other items in the collection, will be reduced by at least 10% and all items in the sale are available through Chesney’s nationwide stockists.

It is a perfect opportunity to snap up some of the most prestigious current and discontinued fireplaces on the market.

Chesney’s will be open on Monday - Saturday 10am– 4pm during the sale.

For a comprehensive and specific list of reductions and stockists please refer to:

Web: http://www.chesneys.co.uk
Tel: 020 7627 1410

“We all envy the life James Bond leads in some way… for the males, it’s generally focussed on the fast cars and the willing women; for teenagers it’s the high tech gadgets and social status; however for women, the desire lies in his exceptional taste in interior decor.

From the luxurious chocolate coloured soft furnishings to the dark wood flooring and suave lighting, 007’s style is tasteful, yet subtle.

B&Q have selected some products, which they believe will provide this classy edge for you, which will not go missed by visitors to your secret hideout!

• Keep your Martini ingredients chilled in a handy Built-under wine-cooler, £249.
• Set the mood with stylish modern lighting from beneath cupboards and shelves, Round glass lights, £55, pack of 3.
• Know everything, even the temperature of your water, just by looking at the colour of the water flow, Illumini basin mixer, chrome effect, £220.00.
• Be aware of who is approaching at all times, with an elegant wooden floor, (Oak coffee sculpted,123mm solid oak flooring, £50.72 / 1.18 sq. metre.
• Classy and subtle, the fold down TV in our picture provides style on demand, Under cabinet 8.4” LCD TV/clock/radio, £149.
• No hideout is complete, without a grand fire to weigh up forthcoming missions, Black Grande Granite fireplace in polished cast, - £1199. Available only online at:

Web: http://www.diy.com

A fireplace is the very epitome of Christmas, as it represents the heart of the home around which the Christmas festivities unfold.

Whether you dress your fireplace for maximum Christmas impact, to make a statement about your style and taste, or you use your fireplace as the focal point for family festivities, you can be sure that at Christmas time, more than any other time, your Chesney’s fireplace will be an eye-catching centre-piece of the room.

The Burlington fireplace in our picture, is a timeless design carved from Limestone.

With its simple geometric lines and classical proportions, it will give architectural interest and a sense of scale, to both modern and traditional interiors.

Shown with Modern steel slips, Universal fire basket, Spherical fire dogs and matching limestone hearth.
Price (excluding VAT): £1,395.00.

• Opening 36″ (915mm) W x 36″ (915mm)H.
  Shelf 60 1/8″ (1525mm) L x 8 7/8″ (224mm) D.
  Overall size 52″ (1321mm) W x 48 1/8″ (1220mm) H.
  Depth of jamb 5 1/2″ (140mm).
  Height of foot-block 5 1/8″ (130mm).
  Also available in optional sizes.

Web: http://www.chesneys.co.uk
Tel: 020 7627 1410