Freestanding fireplaces are not built in or attached to the wall of a room. They have their own charm and appeal and can be very effective in changing the ambiance of the room. They instantly become the focal point of attraction.
Freestanding fireplaces are available in different styles, traditional, country and contemporary. The freestanding fireplaces vary in the use of wooden and gas fire logs. Usually the materials used for building such fireplaces are iron, soapstone, steel, cast iron, brass, metal and stone. They come in a variety of shades, colors and finishing. The colors include beige, black, blue, brown, gray, metallic, tan, white and red, to name a few. The latest freestanding fireplaces are popular for their attractive features. They offer ash retainers, baking units, mantels, circulating fans, remote controls, doors, windows, wall switches and convection heating.