Heating & Fireplaces

Everest Launches New Energy Business

 Everest Launches New Energy Business

Everest, one of the UK’s leading home improvement companies, has launched a new business arm, Everest Energy.

The business will initially operate in the Meridian television region across the South of England prior to a national roll-out, and will focus exclusively on selling and installing boilers and central heating systems, solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, which generate cheap green electricity from sunlight, and a selection of other energy efficiency products for the home.

Simon Jarman, Everest’s Managing Director, said: “Everest has been improving homes for many years with its energy efficient windows and we feel that the time is now right to move into energy generation.

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The Epitome Of Christmas Is A Burning Fire.

 The Epitome Of Christmas Is A Burning Fire.

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.

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Simple Steps For A More Eco-Friendly Home

 Simple Steps For A More Eco-Friendly Home

According to a recent Mintel study, going green and being more eco friendly is becoming a priority in many UK households.
The latest report revealed that almost six in ten adults in the UK aged 25+, claim to be more aware of their effect on the environment, and feel that they have a duty to protect it (2010).

There is no escaping the fact that the way we live our lives is having a big impact on the environment and slowly but surely, people are starting to do what they can, in a bid to combat high energy bills and global warming.

A few simple changes can go a long way and like charity, going green begins at home.

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Greenstamp’s New Mini Heatkeeper Radiator Panels

 Greenstamp’s New Mini Heatkeeper Radiator Panels

One of our biggest household expenditures during the winter months is central heating, and with increased prices, plus the threat of gas shortages, why not use radiator panels to get the most from your radiators, and even enable you to turn them down?

Radiator Panels fitted to the wall behind the radiator make use of the heat that conventional radiators waste, by reflecting the heat being radiated to the wall and bouncing it back into the room, which can save up to 20% off heating bills.

Heatkeeper Radiator Panels are quickly and easily fitted behind existing radiators – normally without removing them – giving instant results:

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Contemporary Flames From Ecosmart Fires

Contemporary Flames From Ecosmart Fires

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:

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Fully Utilise The Space In Your Home

 Fully Utilise The Space In Your Home

Summer is the perfect time for taking on those bigger home improvement projects including that long awaited loft conversion.

Loft conversions are one of the most cost effective ways to gain extra space in the home – whether it’s that guest bedroom you’ve always wanted, making room for your family to grow, or simply creating a relaxing haven to get away from it all.

Home offices are also becoming a prominent domestic feature and transforming the loft, means your work won’t spill out on to your dining room table or interfere with family life.

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New Red Hot Radiator Designs

 New Red Hot Radiator Designs

The Radiator Company has launched their second edition 2010 brochure with 21 brand new radiator images.

A wide selection of stunning high-resolution images, featuring radiators within all rooms of the home is now available.

The Radiator Company never fail to impress with yet another stunning brochure, revealing yet more innovative and eye catching heating solutions.

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Jøtul UK Celebrate 10 Year Anniversary

 Jøtul UK Celebrate 10 Year Anniversary

Jøtul the well known leading stove manufacturer celebrates its tenth year of success in the UK this year.

Jøtul was initially introduced in the early 70’s and was the first wood burning stove brand to appear in the UK, but the real established business in its current guise made its mark from April 2000, under the driving power of its vibrant Managing Director, Nick Sloane.

Nick comments.“Wood burning has long been the preferred source of heating in many countries, with the wood burning stove the first choice to harness its benefits.

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Baxi Ecogen Launched – Micro-CHP For The Home

 Baxi Ecogen Launched - Micro-CHP For The Home

Baxi Ecogen is the first, commercially available micro-CHP (Combined Heat and Power) unit for the home.

“Baxi Ecogen heralds the most important step-change for the home heating industry since the condensing boiler” says Mark Kelly, Baxi Group’s CEO. “This is the first, wall-hung micro-CHP unit.

In addition to being available for private homes, it can be specified by local authorities, housing associations and private developers. It will help them meet Level 3 of the Code for Sustainable Homes; tackle fuel poverty issues more effectively and significantly cut carbon emissions. Baxi Ecogen is a unique, world-class technology for the 21st century home”.

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Picture Perfect Radiator – Valor Hydroflame

 Picture Perfect Radiator - Valor Hydroflame

Hydroflameâ„¢ is the new word in designer radiators – the best of two worlds with all the benefits of a radiator and an electric inset fire, combined to create a cost effective, highly efficient real fire effect feature.

It used to be said that there was nothing like a real fire – there is now. The vast majority of modern homes have a central heating system, which uses panel radiators, but although these provide efficient heat emission, most fail to satisfy the homeowner’s desire for a feature point in main living rooms.

The Hydroflame can do both; with a standard electric inset fire and a fan convector combined; it incorporates Valor Dimension cutting edge technology, to create a ‘real fire effect’.

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