Bright spark

In recent years fireplaces have gone from being merely functional items to becoming an integral part of the interior design scheme of a house.

Jetmaster distributes several models that reflect the increasing emphasis on modern interior design, and the need for streamlined, contemporary fireplaces that can also provide heat and comfort. The collection includes Heat & Glo balanced-flue gas log fires from the United States.

Marketing manager Daniel Belnick says a Heat & Glo fire draws air from outside for combustion, so no oxygen or warmed air is taken from the room. With its direct-vent technology, this versatile fireplace can be vented straight out the back, and can also be vented in a number of horizontal and vertical configurations.

"Heat & Glo patented and developed the first balanced-flue direct-vent gas fire, and continues to be a leading presence in the States," says Belnick.

These fireplaces are also fitted with Intellifire electronic ignition, which has battery back-up in event of a power failure.

Jetmaster open fireplaces, which are designed to burn either wood or gas, are another popular option. All the wood fires and the eight different models of gas fire incorporate realistic burning coals, pebbles or logs, are easy to install, and need minimal or no brickwork. Belnick says a specially designed damper control on wood fires increases the heat and provides a slower burn rate.

"These fires are highly energy efficient, with a convection-radiant heating system that produces five times as much heat as a conventional fireplace," he says.

For further information, and a free CD with fireplace ideas, contact Jetmaster: NSW, Qld and SA, phone 1800 442 446; Vic, Tas and WA, phone (03) 9429 5573. Alternatively, visit the website: www.jetmaster.com.au.

Story by: Trendsideas