Modern Contemporary Fireplaces Style Guide: Heatilator and Napoleon Gas Fireplaces

Napoleon LHD50N Linear Gas Fireplace
Napoleon LHD50N
Linear Gas Fireplace
At the height of the '60s and '70s, modern fireplaces were all the rage – but they were all custom built and highly unaffordable. Still, everyone who was anyone had a modern fireplace. If you watch films from that era, such as The Party, directed by Blake Edwards and starring Peter Sellers, you'll see a Mod modern fireplace in action – it turns on with the flick of a switch, the intensity varies and it goes around an in-home pool. You can see other contemporary fireplaces of that era in other films, such as Foul Play, in which a would-be Don Juan, Dudley Moore, tries to seduce Goldie Hawn with the modern fireplace in his bedroom – to no avail. But modern fireplaces like that were out of the reach of most consumers, and have been – until today. Now, fireplace giants such as Heatilator Fireplaces and Napoleon Fireplaces are manufacturing them for savvy shoppers who want the luxury of modern fireplaces without the price tag they once had.

Napoleon HD35NT Gas Fireplace
Napoleon HD35NT Gas Fireplace
Contemporary fireplaces are once again the height of fashion, but they're less crazy and more efficient than their 30-40 year old counterparts. Of course, you can still go mad with modern fireplaces – a fireplace made with Swarovski crystals tells you that much. These Napoleon gas fireplaces have a linear design with a necklace shaped burner filled with Swarovskis even when the modern fireplace is off. Of course, these contemporary fireplaces come with a rather hefty price tag, although if you search the Internet you can probably find a good deal on them. But it's a beauty. This modern Napoleon gas fireplace will fit almost any extravagant dιcor and is usually placed as a portrait on a wall. You can get any number of Napoleon gas fireplaces in this modern fireplaces vein – as stated, they are all the rage.

You can even get Heatilator modern fireplaces that are linear in design, such as its new Rave contemporary fireplace. These modern fireplaces are made to replicate the look of Napoleon Fireplaces' linear contemporary fireplaces, but without such a steep price tag. Indeed, this Heatilator Fireplace is meant to give everyone an affordable option concerning modern fireplaces, so that all can enjoy the beauty of landscape-oriented contemporary fireplaces.

Other types of modern fireplaces of course exist – you needn't only choose contemporary fireplaces that replicate artistic statements, go great with LCD HD TVs or over your sofas, or otherwise span 50 or so inches in length. Indeed, you can get a great Napoleon gas fireplace called the Torch. This little modern fireplace gem is available in direct vent or vent free Napoleon gas fireplace styles, so it's versatile. These modern fireplaces even come in outdoor versions because they are such popular contemporary fireplaces. This Napoleon gas fireplace boasts a superior Torch burner that contains decorative glass embers for a sparkling yet simple single flame. With up to 6000 BTUs, it will heat an area of 300 sq. ft. so you can get cozy under the beauty of a modern fireplace with your loved one.

Other types of modern fireplaces include see-through, peninsula and island fireplaces. These amazing contemporary fireplaces provide multiple views of the fire and can free up space or go in places you never thought a fireplace would fit. For example, the Napoleon gas fireplace, the HD81NT See Thru Direct Vent Gas Fireplace, is one such wonder. For modern fireplace enthusiasts, this one features views of the fire from two rooms at once and creates visual impact like nothing else. It boasts a split burner feature to heat up to 3000 sq. ft. nicely, and has a built in Napoleon gas fireplace Night Light that keeps the fireplace lit even when it's off. You'll enjoy the beauty of a realistic fire that you create whether you choose to use Crystaline crystals, Phazer logs or river rock ember beds to make your contemporary fireplace fun and exciting. Versatility abounds when you buy one of these modern fireplaces!

If you would like the convenience of see through modern fireplaces in an electric fireplace, look again to Heatilator Fireplaces. This brand makes the Simplifyre SFE-ST Electric See-Thru fireplace, and it's a Heatilator favorite. The first see-through electric fireplace, this Heatilator product needs a 17" wall depth and surround, but the easy installation of this modern fireplace is hindered only by your imagination. This contemporary fireplace's diagonal viewing area of 33" on each side ensures a great view of the fire, and it operates on only 5 cents per day! Heatilator came up with a winner with this modern fireplace, that's for certain.

Once only the purveyance of the rich and famous, modern fireplaces can now infatuate anyone with their beauty, ease of use and versatility. Hang one on your wall, divide up space or make a divine little romantic retreat with contemporary fireplaces by Heatilator and Napoleon gas fireplaces. You'll have a conversation starter no matter which you select.