On the edge

There's no disputing the fact that a fireplace adds ambience to a house, but in some areas it also makes an essential contribution to keeping the home warm and cosy.

Because temperatures drop so low during the central Otago winter, the designers at David Reid Homes selected an Escea IB850 series fire to heat this home. This fireplace offers a high 9kW heat output and, coupled with a fan boost option, it quickly distributes heat around the house. With a wireless thermostat and remote control, the fire adjusts down to a flame effect once the room reaches the desired heat, and the fan speed automatically slows down to keep the room at a constant temperature. The IB series also has an optional i-con controller that allows you to turn on the fire from a cell phone or programme its operation for the following months.

When only one room needs heating, or to add ambience to a space, an Escea ST series fire, with a lower 4kW output, can be installed.

Escea fires are available in a choice of colours, fire bed materials and heat outputs.

For more details or the location of your nearest dealer, contact Escea, freephone 0800 173 000. Or visit the website: www.escea.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas