I love this fireplace.  The only downfall is the cord, but a quick trip to menards for a cord cover will solve that!  It is well worth the money paid.  It creates a very nice atmosphere in my home.  I am thinkin of getting a second one for my bedroom.  The optional heater that blows out the top is nice and hot if you needed to heat a space with it.  I bought it for the visual and ambiance and not so much for the heat.  It even looks really nice when turned off as you can see the clear rocks lined along the bottom.