This is a full height fireplace with a mantle you can decorate, and it adds a beautiful focal point to a room, even a very small room, making it cozy and warm. The 1 star taken off was for the rustic appearance they added which was unnecessary, because like a lot of reviewers, now I have to go over it and paint over all those raw brown distressed spots. They could have made it right the first time and keep it all white.  People would have been much happier and they could have had more 5 star reviews. The fire itself, o.k., it is not real, but, for a fake fireplace, it is better than many out there. So, do not expect perfection here if you also own a real fireplace. But, it does what I expected it to do , adds a focal point, contributes to a warm cozy environment ,so all that is a big plus. I am keeping it and it is also the second one I have bought for different places for all the above reasons. It is worth taking a chance on if you realize there are also some limitations.