When the weather turns chilly, many wonder how they are going to keep their family warm in the winter. Those who have a fireplace heater in the home may not have the same worries as those who live in an apartment or a home without one. Fortunately, there is always the option of an electric fireplace heater and this is a smart purchase for many reasons.

These handy units are safe enough to add warmth to any area in the house and do not cost as much as having a full on fireplace heater installed. Plus there is no need to worry about cleaning or maintaining one in the same way a fireplace heater needs. There is also no need to purchase any logs or coal to burn in it because the fire is supplied by the electrical current.

This is because there is no real flame to the infrared heater but rather an electrical current that mimics the look of a fire. It also adds warmth to any room that it is placed in while bringing the soothing comfort of an open flame. There are many beautiful designs of mantels and cases to go with any room decor, from traditional to modern.

Even those who live in apartments can take advantage of the versatility, beauty and convenience of the electric fireplace heater. Because they simply plug into a power outlet, they can be moved at will and are no heavier than a dresser or other furniture. Also, because they do not require any type of chimney, there are no special hookups needed in order to have a fireplace heater anywhere. There is no worry about cleaning out an electric fireplace heater and no logs to buy. For those who want the beauty of an open fire without the hazards or cost, this is the way to go.

There is a variety of different types of the electrical fireplace heaters available on the market. Some of them are stand alone type and present the same design as a wood burning stove on an older model electric heater. Some accessories such as mantel and walls are offered with an electric fireplace heater to duplicate the exact appearance of a convector heater. Others are designed in the shape of logs or coals which fit inside pre-existing traditional fireplace heaters and have a very realistic appearance.