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Even if you don't have an existing fireplace you can enjoy the contemporary sophistication of the new Rinnai Slimfire 25 flame fire

Lounge room with stainless steel fireplace set in fireplace, furniture, hearth, home, home appliance, interior design, living room, table, wood burning stove, black — Lounge room with stainless steel fireplace set in purple feature wall, brown sofa, wooden coffee table, and cream rug on wooden floor.

Lounge room with black firebox set into cream fireplace, hearth, heat, home appliance, wood burning stove, black

Timber framing for installing a gas fireplace against bookcase, cabinetry, cupboard, floor, furniture, hardwood, lumber, plywood, shelf, shelving, wall, wardrobe, wood, wood stain, orange

Wooden framing for installing a gas fireplace against bookcase, cabinetry, cupboard, floor, furniture, hardwood, shelf, shelving, wall, wardrobe, wood, wood stain, orange

Fire box and mock chimney being installed against fireplace, floor, hardwood, hearth, interior design, plaster, wall, wood, white, orange

The look and feel of a traditional hearth fire is very appealing, but you may not want the inconvenience or mess of lighting and stoking a real fire.

Rinnai Flame Fires, such as the Slimfire 25, provide a good alternative. This fire is designed to meet a range of decors, while providing the latest technology. And you don't even need an existing fireplace to enjoy these benefits the Slimfire 25 is suitable for zero clearance installation. This means it can be placed against any wall in the house. A galvanised ironfirebox isolates combustible materials.

The Slimfire 25 has a simple flat glass front and a realistic flame and log appearance. It is designed for medium-sized living areas and is available in metallic black for traditional-style interiors, or a stainless steel finish for a more contemporary look.

Modern technology also means the Slimfire 25 is easy to operate. Features include electronic push-button ignition, three heat settings and a two-speed automatic fan, ideal for chilly mornings. For added safety, the fire has an overheat safety switch and protective dress guard.

The Rinnai Slimfire 25 is an easy way to upgrade the current look of your living area. For homes that have an older-style inbuilt space heater, the Slimfire is a cassette fit, which means it can be simply installed in the same place. This helps minimise costs as your existing flue can be utilised in most cases.

Alternatively, you can opt for the zero clearance installation shown here. Rinnai says although the project is not purely DIY, it is a simple procedure to transform a flat wall into a fireplace feature that is both practicaland aesthetically pleasing.

The first step to installing a fire is to determine where you will place it. An external or internal wall is suitable, but you need to take into account proximity to gas lines and a power point.

The next step is to construct the frame that will encase the zero clearance box and the flue. This may require the skills of a carpenter. The zero clearance box can then be assembled so it can slide into the wooden framework and be secured.

The flue is usually supplied with the flame fire and comprises an inner and outer flue. The inner flue should penetrate the box. Flue installation should be carried out by a licensed plumber.

The framing can now be enclosed by wallboards, plastered and painted to blend in with your living room. The final step? Have your new Rinnai flame fire installed and tested by a licensed plumber.

For more information, call the Rinnai Helpline, phone 1300 366 388. Website: www.rinnai.com.au.

Story by: Trendsideas

23 Aug, 2004

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