Inset Wood Burners
Want the look of a real log fire that fits seamlessly into your living space? An inset wood burner is just the thing. Fitted neatly into a wall or fireplace opening, it gives you all the warmth and atmosphere of a traditional stove – with a cleaner, more streamlined feel.
Perfect for both period homes and modern spaces, inset burners save space while still creating a bold focal point. At Firefly, we offer a range of stylish, high-performance models that combine timeless charm with today’s efficiency standards.
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Inset Log Burners
Modern inset wood burners are built for efficiency and style. Featuring large glass viewing windows, slim frames and minimalist detailing, they bring the beauty of real flames into your home without taking up valuable floor space.
All our models from Charnwood, Stovax and Morsø are EcoDesign compliant, meaning they burn wood cleanly with lower emissions – perfect for environmentally conscious homeowners.
Whether you’re upgrading an open fire, creating a bespoke media wall or retrofitting into an older fireplace, an inset wood-burning stove is a practical and stylish way to enjoy real flames.
why choose an inset wood burning stove?
An inset stove combines seamless design with efficient, eco-friendly heating - offering a sleek, space-saving look and low-maintenance performance, all while delivering powerful warmth with minimal fuel use.
All models we offer from Charnwood, Stovax and Morsø are eco-friendly and clean burning, meeting EcoDesign 2022 standards for reduced emissions. Available in various sizes, these wood burning stove inserts offer versatile installation options, making them perfect for a wide range of spaces and interiors.
benefits of an inset log burner
Authentic & Inviting Ambiance – Enjoy the soothing glow and warmth of real flames.
Eco-Friendly & Sustainable – Modern wood-burning fires are highly efficient and designed to reduce emissions.
Renewable Fuel Source – Wood is a sustainable, cost-effective option, often available locally.
Versatile Designs – Inset log burners are available in various styles and models, ensuring the perfect match for your interior.
the Perfect Wood-Burning Fire for Your Home
Perfect for seamless integration, inset wood burners fit neatly into a wall or existing fireplace, offering a clean, space-saving look. These models provide high efficiency while maintaining a sleek, flush appearance.
Inset Log Burner Fireplace Ideas
Inset wood burners aren’t just practical – they’re a design feature in their own right. Here are some designs to inspire you:
Media wall integrations – perfect for modern living rooms, inset burners can be built into a stylish media wall beneath a mounted TV.
Double-sided tunnel stoves – enjoy the flames from two adjoining rooms with a tunnel-style inset wood burner.
Full-height feature walls – clad your wall in natural stone or tiles to create a dramatic backdrop for your burner.
Compact corner installations – a smaller wood burning stove fireplace insert is ideal for maximising space in compact spaces.
Quick Installation
Inset Wood Burners London & South East
Looking for a professional inset wood burner installation in London or the South East? Our HETAS-approved team manages the entire process, including:
- Home surveys and technical advice
- Flue or chimney fitting if required
- DEFRA-approved certification
- Full aftercare and support
We work across Greater London, Kent, Surrey and Sussex, ensuring your new inset log burner is installed safely, professionally and with minimal disruption.
Our experience covers everything from compact urban installations to larger, bespoke feature walls.
more wood burning stove fireplace insert information
Inset stoves use the same combustion process as freestanding models but are designed to sit within a wall or fireplace recess. Air is drawn through vents for controlled burning, and the surrounding wall helps radiate heat back into the room.
Yes, and it’s one of the most popular upgrades we install. Replacing an open fireplace with a wood burning stove fireplace insert can improve efficiency by over 70%, as modern stoves capture and distribute heat more effectively.
All the models we supply are DEFRA-approved, making them suitable for use in smoke-controlled areas, including London.
Seasoned hardwoods like oak, ash or beech are best, as they burn slowly and produce strong, clean heat. Softwoods burn faster and may leave more residue, so they’re better for quick bursts of heat rather than long burns.
Most inset stoves are designed for medium to large rooms, typically offering heat outputs between 4kW and 8kW. Larger feature wall installations can handle even more powerful stoves.
Yes, and this is one of the main benefits of choosing an inset burner. If your fireplace opening and chimney are suitable, we can install a wood burning stove fireplace insert with minimal disruption.
Yes. All our stoves are built to strict safety standards, featuring sealed doors, toughened glass and precision airflow controls. Regular chimney sweeping and professional installation keep them operating safely for years.
Inset burners are built into walls or fireplaces for a flush, integrated look, while freestanding stoves stand away from the wall and make more of a statement. Inset models are great for modern homes and compact spaces.
Yes. All our stoves meet EcoDesign standards, meaning cleaner burning, reduced emissions and better fuel efficiency.
Maintenance is straightforward. Empty the ash pan regularly, wipe the glass to keep it clear and book a professional chimney sweep once a year.
If you are looking for a more classic feel, take a look at our traditional log burners, whilst we also offer log burners with inbuilt log stores.
Looking for a different fuel type? Check out our bioethanol fireplaces, modern gas stoves and electric fires.
Looking for an inset wood burner to be installed in London? Our expert wood burner installation service covers greater London and the South East of England incorporating an initial survey, flue/chimney installation, certification and post-sale support.
