Freestanding Fireplaces

EcoSmart Fire freestanding bioethanol fireplaces deliver real flame safely by centring on burner engineering, structural stability, and refuelling system design. These three areas eliminate common hazards: open ignition points, fuel spillage, and unstable placement.

The burner features a smooth sliding or hinged shut-off valve that extinguishes the flame without blowing or water. Choose models using flame-stabilisation technology, such as stainless steel wool (AB3 burner) or deep-draw fabrication (BK5 burner), which regulate fuel flow and prevent dangerous burns. Grade 304 stainless steel construction with borosilicate toughened glass withstands thermal stress and corrosion. Stability requires adjustable feet maintaining a 12.5 mm [0.5 in] air gap and ground-fixing brackets. The unit must sit only on flat, level, stable surfaces; never carpet, grass, or rock.

Only use approved e-NRG bioethanol; a jerry can with spout extension controls pour and minimises spillage. Always allow the burner to cool before refuelling. Position the unit 600 mm [23.6 in] from side furniture and 2,000 mm [78.7 in] below overhead objects. Maintain distance from windows and doors to prevent draught destabilising the flame. Optional fire screens and glass cover plates provide additional protection. UL-listed and EN 16647 BSI certifications confirm all features meet independent safety standards.

Bioethanol combustion produces only heat, water vapour, and minimal CO₂, equivalent to the breath you exhale. There's no carbon monoxide, no smoke, no soot, or ash. This clean-burning profile is why bioethanol fireplaces are approved for indoor operation in most jurisdictions and why they're particularly suited to apartments and multi-residential buildings.

Adequate room ventilation is essential. Your space needs to meet minimum size guidelines (typically 40–116 m³ depending on burner size) to ensure sufficient oxygen for complete combustion and natural air circulation.

All EcoSmart Fire bioethanol fireplaces carry UL and BSI certification, validated through rigorous testing including spills, impact, and accidental ignition scenarios. Use only bioethanol fuel formulated for EcoSmart Fire appliances, maintain proper clearances from combustible materials, and observe a 15-minute cooling period before refuelling. These straightforward practices ensure safe, reliable indoor operation.

EcoSmart Fire's freestanding fireplaces are self-contained appliances that burn e‑NRG bioethanol, a clean, renewable fuel derived from plant-based sources. It delivers a real, dancing flame without needing a chimney, flue, gas line, or electricity, because all the fuel is housed within the integrated burner. As a freestanding design, it sits directly on the floor or its own base, providing design flexibility while remaining in a fixed position once installed in the room.

EcoSmart Fire’s freestanding ethanol fireplaces are designed to be placed into the desired location, secured into position, and operated immediately. We have outlined guidelines that include minimum room size requirements and clearance recommendations for flammable materials and movable objects. Ask us for a model spec of your favourite fireplace.