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Oxford Home Gets Modern Square Gas Fireplace & Limestone

Client Brief: Our client in Oxford desired a modern, elegant upgrade to their existing open fireplace. The original feature had no hearths or formal framing, and they wanted a clean, contemporary look with the warmth and convenience of a gas fireplace. This project features our 48″ Beckford fireplace surround with matching hearths and 4 piece […]

A Complete Guide to Wood Burning Stove Installation

Installing a wood burning stove is one of the most effective ways to add warmth, atmosphere, and character to a home and, if chosen and installed correctly, it can also be an economical and efficient heating option. However, a safe and legal installation involves much more than placing a stove and lighting a fire. Building […]

Victorian Fireplaces: Styles, Restoration & Modern Use

Victorian fireplaces are some of the most iconic and enduring architectural features from the 19th century. Beyond their practical role in heating homes, they represented status, craftsmanship, and artistic expression. Today, they remain highly sought after, both by homeowners restoring period properties and by those who want to introduce a sense of history into modern […]

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A Guide To Fireplaces in London

At Bonfire, we’re a fireplace specialist in london, a reputable supplier and installer for the whole of London, inside and outside of the M25 motorway. A leading supplier and installer of premium fireplace brands suitable for installation in London for domestic and commercial clientele. With over 25+ years of experience, we can help you find […]

Fireplaces & Log Burners for Ski Resorts and Chalets

Ski resorts are about more than just pristine slopes and powder days. What keeps guests coming back year after year is atmosphere the sense of comfort, luxury, and alpine authenticity that defines the après ski experience. And nothing delivers that atmosphere quite like a fireplace or log burner. At Bonfire, we have been designing and […]

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Installing a Bioethanol Fire: Safety, Risks & Insurance

At Bonfire, we’ve been installing fireplaces and stoves across the UK for over 20 years. We’ve worked with everything from traditional log burners to cutting edge gas systems and more recently, the bioethanol fire has become one of the most requested features. They’re modern, flexible, and create real flames without chimneys or gas lines. But […]

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How to Choose the Best Marble for Your Fireplace

Choosing a marble fireplace surround is a decision that blends design, functionality and long term value. The fireplace is often the centrepiece of a room, so selecting the right stone requires more than picking a colour you like. This guide offers expert insight into how to choose the best marble for your fireplace, based on […]

Which Boards Are Safe to Use Around a Fireplace or Stove?

When it comes to installing a wood burning stove or gas fire, your choice of wall and lining materials isn’t just a design decision, it’s a safety critical one. As a company that supplies and installs solid fuel appliances, we’ve seen firsthand how misunderstood fire rated boards are, and how often unsafe materials end up […]

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