Gas heaters

We tested 5 built-in flued gas fires suitable for a fireplace or fire-proof wooden frame.

If you want lots of heat and real flames, then a flame-effect gas fire could be just the ticket. Running costs are higher than for a woodburner or heat pump – but you can't toast yourself in front of a heat pump or just press a button to light a woodburner.

We assessed performance, safety and ease of use, and looked at the "greenness" of natural gas and LPG.