12 of the best gas fireplaces in Australia for 2024

The Mezzo Series Double-Sided Gas Fireplace immediately stands out with its black glass interior, adding depth and intensity to the flames it displays. The fireplace offers plenty of design opportunities; choose from white crystal, black crystal, logs or river rock pebbles as fire media options. Trim options include Black and Brushed Nickel. With these design choices, you can customise the fireplace to ensure it complements the interior style of your space.

In terms of fuel, the fireplace supports natural gas and LPG; this selection of fuel sources gives you flexibility and the opportunity to choose the better option for your personal situation. 

The cosy looking Heat & Glo i30 Freestanding Gas Fireplace adds a warm, comfortable setting to a room, while providing the look and feel of a traditional wood burner. The unit is available in two base options or can be attached directly onto any surface, so you can place it exactly where you want it. The impressive heating capacity of 100m2 showcases the fireplace's ability to warm a considerable space, particularly living rooms, open-plan spaces and even small to medium sized homes.

The I30's firebox is encased in a simple steel frame, designed to minimise visual obstructions and maximise the view of the flames. More functional elements of the fireplace include its frontal glass size of 690 x 380mm, Balanced Flue system for ventilation, and a manufacturers warranty of 5 years for peace of mind.

The SLR-X Gas Fireplace combines a traditional sense of warmth with modern elements. Its linear design and the elongated ribbon flame produce a mesmerising, wide-fire landscape that draws the eye and creates a central focal point in a room.

The SLR-X's selection of finishes, including black, graphite, or stainless steel fronts, allows you to match the fireplace to your specific décor and integrate it as a cohesive part of your living space's design narrative. The built-in standard fan feature stands out as a practical feature of the SLR-X's design. The fan plays a crucial role in evenly dispersing heat throughout the room, meaning the warmth generated by the fireplace expands beyond the immediate vicinity and creates a comfortable environment in larger spaces without additional heating sources.

Finally, the media options of natural or driftwood logs or contemporary pebbles help you create a traditional look with logs or a more modern appearance with pebbles.

The Escea DS1650 Fireplace is a stylish gas fireplace, epitomised by its completely frameless appearance where the flames seem to emerge directly from the wall, creating an uninterrupted visual flow from one end of the glass to the other. A standout feature of the DS1650 is its 200mm clearance for TVs, enabling a television to be mounted above the fireplace safely, and helping you to make optimal use of your living space. 

The fireplace has an impressive 160m2 heating capacity, making it an ideal heating solution for larger living rooms and open plan areas.  With a 2-year warranty, the DS1650 offers peace of mind in addition to its advanced features and design. The Power Balance Flue and a sizable cavity (1994 x 364 x 850mm) further contribute to the fireplace's appeal, ensuring easy installation and straightforward operation.

The Ortal 130 Front Facing Gas Fireplace immediately makes an impression with its large 1300 x 350mm viewing area. The dark frame draws the eye and gives a nice contrast against the wall it's built into particularly a beige or clean white wall. The media inside the fireplace feature rounded stones across the fireplace bed, contributing a touch of organic texture to the unit. The fireplace is available with double glass, which helps to enhance its safety, while its heat control system allows you to keep the temperature of your room nice and comfortable. 

The beautiful Regency City Series New York View Gas Fireplace is a modern fireplace that features a completely clear view of the flames, and the design of the fireplace allows you to use wood, fabric or glass right up to the edge of the fireplace, so you can design without limitations. The fireplace utilises an electronic ignition system to start the fire - electronic ignition saves on fuel by not having a pilot running when the fireplace is not in use. 

Control over the fireplace is nice and straightforward; each unit comes with a remote control that you can use to program your fireplace to switch on at certain times, at a certain temperature, perfect for frosty mornings or wintry evenings when you want to pre-heat your living space.

The Heat & Glo I-30x is a slightly different type of gas fireplace from those we've featured so far - its a fireplace insert designed for your existing fireplace. Gas inserts are often used to convert fireplaces such as wood-burning fireplaces into more efficient and convenient gas burning ones. This model creates an impressively realistic fire appearance, perfect if you want to upgrade the appearance of your existing fireplace.

Installation of the Heat & Glow I-30x is straightforward thanks to its dual flexi flues—one drawing fresh air in for combustion, the other expelling exhaust, ensuring a clean and safe home environment. The sealed nature of the insert maintains excellent indoor air quality by preventing fume backflow into the room.

Customisation options are aplenty with this unit, the I-30x offers various decorative options such as three or four-sided black trims, as well as a selection of mantels and fascia's that cater to diverse tastes, from classic to modern.

The Regency City Series Chicago Corner Gas Fireplace is a two-sided unit that gives you design flexibility, creating multiple views of the fireplace from either side of the room. Like the New York gas fireplace by Regency Fireplace, we looked at earlier, the Chicago Corner utilises an electronic ignition system, helping to save energy. The firebox features interior lights so you can light it up even when the fireplace is off, and it can run on either natural gas or LPG. You can style the fireplace by placing a TV or a piece of artwork above it.

The striking Vue Peninsula Gas Fireplace is specifically designed to feature in open spaces. Cantilevered off a wall, this three-sided glass gas log fireplace can be installed to allow its visual charm to be enjoyed from all angles. This fireplace uses the latest in balance flue technology, which makes it possible for the unit to be configured both vertically and horizontally, giving you plenty of design flexibility. Fuel-wise, you can use both natural gas and LPG to power the fireplace, and with full-remote control operation, you can set the unit to the temperature you desire and have it operating whenever you please. 

The SS850 Gas Fireplace has a unique style that meshes traditional aspects of a wood burner with the modern ease of a sophisticated gas fireplace. Instead of a glass heat shield, the SS850 features a barely visible mesh that gives this model a point of differentiation from similar fireplaces. The SS850 can be purchased as an inbuilt or freestanding model, so it's a great choice whether you're looking to replace an existing fireplace or install one for the first time in a room. Finally, the SS850 can be powered by LPG or natural gas and includes an easy-to-use infrared remote control for simple operation. 

The Alto Tunnel is an Australian-made, one-of-a-kind gas fireplace. The stylish flames are encased by a 1.6m high glass panel that transcends the traditional concept of a fireplace. The unit can act as a one-of-a-kind window in your home, drawing eyes from every angle, it's the perfect addition to a space that you want to warm up without any obstruction to the view. 

The fireplace emits heat from both sides and has the capability to provide heat to larger areas. The unit can be fuelled by natural gas or LPG, contains realistic burnt log media, and comes with a remote control for operation and programming, as well as the additional option of an app for those who prefer to control their fireplace via their device.

The Rinnai 950 Gas Fireplace is characterised by its focus on energy efficiency and powerful heating capability. It has achieved a remarkable 5.5-star energy efficiency rating. The unit is capable of delivering a heat output of up to 8.1 kW, making it suitable for heating large spaces and open-plan areas effectively.

The Rinnai 950 features a sleek and elegant appearance that can complement various interior designs. Its design also incorporates practical features to enhance user experience and safety. Among these is a safety mesh guard, which serves the dual purpose of safeguarding users and reducing glare from the flame. The fireplace also offers flexibility in customisation with two options for burn media - an Australian eucalyptus Log Set or Pebbles - allowing you to tailor the look to your preference.

Operationally, the Rinnai 950 is equipped with an easy-to-use remote control that features a temperature display, enhancing convenience by allowing users to adjust settings without manually interacting with the unit. The fireplace is designed with power flueing for installation flexibility, making it a viable option for various settings, including replacements, renovations, or new builds.

There's nothing quite like an elegant fireplace to complete a room, and gas options are well worth considering if you're looking for a fireplace that's low maintenance, pleasing on the eye and capable of heating rooms of every size.

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