Quite often here at Castfireplaces we get asked questions regarding installation and how to do things, we are fireplace retailers and know about the products we sell so can often give good advice. Today by email we were contacted about back filling a fireplace, “We bought a couple gallery cast iron gas fires from you
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Good Advice from customer regarding limestone fireplace fitting
We have had an email from one of our customers regarding a Lytton and Brompton Fireplace package we have sold them and they got conflicting advice from different fireplace installers and Building controls cleared it up for them. They go on to say Very reasonably priced against local suppliers. The delivery was excellent and came
Daisy Bedroom Fireplace
The Daisy Combination fireplace is a firm favourite from the Gallery range we sell and is one of our most popular cast irons. Quite often called by our customers the Daisy Bedroom fireplace because of its small compact size it’s ideal for smaller rooms. So it is ideal for smaller chimney breasts which do tend to be
Castfireplaces to stock Hunter and Parkray Stoves
Another great range to be added to our website over the next few weeks adding to the range of stoves that we offer is the Hunter Brand of stoves. We are having into stock the Hunter stoves we can sell on our website and Parkray and Eco Ideal that will be available for sale via
5 things to check when you buy your fireplace
Mark from Cast Fireplaces explains the top five things to consider before buying a fireplace: 1. Style – traditional or modern 2. Size – what size will fit your chimney type 3. Flue type – what type of chimney 4. Fuel option – wood, coal, gas, electric 5. Materials – cast iron
Fireplace Surround & Mantel Ideas
When choosing your fireplace, carefully consider your choice of mantel and surrounds in order to achieve balance and harmony and create that all important focal point in the room. The fireplace surround provides an eye-catching focal point which can easily serve as a worthy substitute for any work of art, if chosen properly and carefully
Fireplace Tiles Ideas
Choosing your fireplace tiles is as important as selecting your fireplace. If you are recreating a period fireplace setting, you should select a tile that is reminiscent of that era, be it Victorian, Edwardian, Art Nouveau or Art Deco. Next choose a colour that matches the colour scheme of the room or the soft furnishings,
Brick Fireplace Ideas
A brick fireplace can be a common yet underused feature in UK homes. Looking at brick fireplace ideas might seem like they would naturally be the main room focus but at the same time, they also need an interior design scheme that will accentuate the cool structure and yet complement the feature when in use
Electric Fireplace Ideas
Electric fireplaces are perfect if you’re looking for that homely look of a fire, but without the undesirable things such as ash and soot. What’s more, due to their simple installation process, they can be located in whatever room you wish, even in your bedroom, making it the perfect focal point for any classic interior.