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Gas fires burn gas in order to create the heat emitted by this type of fire. Modern fires can actually be very efficient and can provide a good source of heat for your room along with being aesthetically pleasing.
In order to get the best efficiency from your fire you should get guidance from a specialist Gas Fire installer who can advise you.
This fact sheet has been written to help consumers with understanding Gas Fires.
Normally Gas fires are placed within an existing fireplace where the chimney’s are used to carry away any fumes. Modern building often have flues built into them and with new technologies you may not even need a flue or chimney in order to have a gas fire.