We replaced a wood burning fireplace with this electric version. The heating portion of a fireplace was not an issue as it rarely gets below 60 degrees here in Florida. So, the fact that we can turn on this fireplace 365 days a year was a major deciding factor. This fireplace was easy to install and has the aesthetic beauty of a wood burning fireplace without the hassle of bringing home the wood to burn then cleaning it up afterwards. ""Electric Fireplaces Direct"" was easy to work with and delivery was quick. The unit came in as described and without any damage. It was one of the only items in our home renovation that went without a hitch. If I had one complaint it would be that the mirrored back of the fireplace reflects images in front of it when the room is brightly lit. When the room is darkened there is little or no reflection.