Fired up for change

There was a time when concessions had to be made for high-rise apartment living, such as foregoing a fireplace. Modern technological advances, however, have meant that this simple pleasure is once again available to all.

Environmental concerns too, have changed the face of home heating, says Jeff Collins, national sales manager for Real Flame.

"The health of our environment is one of the hottest topics of this century. People have become more conscious of the effects the products they use are having on the environment, and are calling for alternatives. At the same time, there still has to be an emphasis on aesthetics."

Manufactured right here in Australia, the Real Flame range of gas fireplaces offers functionality and good looks with minimal impact on the environment. Furthermore, the company's exclusive Power Flue system means a gas fireplace can be installed virtually anywhere within your house or apartment.

Real Flame has recently added a new model to its flagship Pyrotech range, which Collins says offers all the benefits of its predecessors, as well as featuring some notable additions.

"The new Pyrotech Deluxe model comes with full wireless remote control. A seven-day programmable timer allowing four individual settings per day, modulating thermostatic control, auto two-speed fan and electronic ignition make the Pyrotech Deluxe one of the simplest gas fires to use," says Collins. "Plus, it has a gas energy rating of 4.36 stars."

"Most high-efficiency gas fires with four or more stars start to lose their flame appeal," says Collins. "The Pyrotech Deluxe was designed without such shortcomings and will bring warmth and romance to any environment."

Other high-efficiency models from Real Flame include the Captiva 600 and Captiva 900, with ratings of 4.5 and 4.06 stars respectively.

"Now you can enjoy the look of a real fire, with the assurance that you're being considerate of the environment at the same time. Gas allows you to have a real fire with instant heat that you can adjust at the touch of a button. There is also no work involved, as you no longer have to chop and stack wood, and there is no mess to clean up either," says Collins.

For information and your nearest Real Flame showroom or dealer, contact the head office, phone (03) 9428 4443. Website: www.realflame.com.au.

Story by: Trendsideas