Yes. Glass-fronted gas fires are more efficient than open-fronted models, as they contain the fire chamber’s heat and help direct it into the room. These models also offer a range of aesthetic options that fires such as a wood burner do not, allowing you to create a hole-in-the-wall fire that looks stylish and modern. Fireplaces and a chimney breast can take up large amounts of space, so these are not ideal for smaller homes.