Dimplex DFP6817E Electric Fireplace Review

The Dimplex DFP6817E is a 1500-watt electric fireplace. It can produce up to 5,115 BTUs of heat while also serving as a base for a large flat screen TV. You can find this model for an average price of $850. Keep reading to learn about some of the features that it offers.

Operation

The Dimplex DFP6817E electric fireplace can produce up to 5,115 BTUs of heat. You can use the adjustable thermostat to keep the room at your ideal temperature. Also, the exterior of the unit looks clean thanks tot he concealed controls. You can turn it on and off from across the room thanks to the included remote control.

Fire

The Dimplex DFP6817E features patented flame technology to simulate the look of a real fire. You can use this simulated fire whether or not the fireplace is producing heat. You can enjoy this fire without having to chop up wood or smell noxious fumes.

Entertainment

The Dimplex DFP6817E electric fireplace is designed to be an entertainment base. You can sit a flat screen television that measures up to 52 inches on the sturdy mantel. You can also keep a DVD player or recorder just below the mantel in the full-width cabinet.

Storage

The Dimplex DFP6817E fireplace also offers storage cabinets on both sides of the fire box. These cabinets are fitted with vertical doors and are useful for storing a wide variety of items. Also, these compartments have a cord-management system to keep your entertainment base a bit more tidy.

Power

The Dimplex DFP6817E is powered by electricity. Since there is no combustion, you don't need any venting or a chimney when using the unit. You simply have to plug the fireplace into a standard outlet.

The Dimplex DFP6817E electric fireplace can produce up to 5,115 BTUs of heat. You can enjoy the look of a realistic fire even when the unit isn't producing any heat. The mantel is sturdy enough for use with a TV up to 52 inches wide.