Gas fires - our pick of the best

Looking for ways to make your home feel cosy? A warming fire is a great place to start. If you want the allure of a fire without having to stock pile firewood, consider a gas fire, where roaring flames are available at the flick of a switch. And, with so many models not requiring a chimney or flue, the style of your property does not have to restrict you. You don't need to have a period property to have a roaring fire - a wall-mounted flueless design can create the same ambient focal point in a contemporary new-build. Bear in mind that flueless fires are designed to enhance central heating and should be used as a secondary source of heat and always consult a Gas Safe Registered Engineer when planning a gas fire installation. Browse our selection of the latest models to help cosy-up your home.

Traditional and effortlessly elegant, the Gallery Derwent Limestone Suite and Natural Gas Fire will look great in any living room. The surround is crafted from pre-sealed Portuguese limestone with a smooth, natural finish. The natural gas fire has a stylish design with a chrome finish for added elegance.

Gallery Derwent Limestone Suite And Natural Gas Fire, £770, Worldstores

The Classic Gas fire has strong traditional features with Regal styling, featuring a realistic coal bed. Suitable for most chimney types, brick, pre-cast and pre-fabricated, it has concealed controls behind the ash pan and an Oxygen depletion sensor for safety.

Be Modern Classic Gas Inset Fire, £330, Wickes

This flueless gas fire is as cool as its other matching 50s-style household appliances. Made from enamelled metal, the L30FAB can be hung on the wall and requires no recess, hearth or chimney flue. The piezo spark makes it easy to start, and there are 3 settings (ignite, low and high), all discreetly housed on the side. Because they use 100% of the gas for heat, flueless fires are far more efficient, and emit less carbon. Flueless fires are designed to supplement central heating and should only be used as a secondary source of heat. Installation must be made by a GasSafe-registered engineer.

Smeg L30FABCR Flueless Gas Fire, £444, John Lewis

If you prefer the look of a real flame then this stylish gas fire is ideal for you. The brass surround gives this design a traditional feel that's sure to add an elegant touch to any living room. Gas heating appliances must be fitted by a qualified gas installer.

Focal Point Blenheim Brass Inset Gas Fire, £449, B&Q

The Ekofires 5070 wall mounted flueless gas fire creates a stunning feature in any environment. The sophisticated flat glass fascia with strong exterior angles creates a sense of understated elegance for the modern interior. Designed to fit a minimum room size of 30m3 and gives you the freedom to create a stunning style statement without the limitations of a flue or chimney. Gas fires must be fitted by a Gas Safe registered fitter.

Ekofires 5070 Wall Mounted Flueless Gas Fire, £440, Worldstores

This traditional looking Ascott Gas fire has a chrome effect trim and real coal effect bed, a stylish addition to any living room. Featuring controls concealed behind fret cover and an Oxygen Depletion sensor. Gas fires must be fitted be qualified installers.

Ascott Chrome Gas Inset Fire, £299, Homebase

This contemporary stainless steel design features a Pebble and Flame effect fuel bed. 55% Heat Efficiency.  Rotary Control, located behind ash pan, allows you to ignite, adjust and turn off your fire. Must be Fitted by a Gas Safe Registered Engineer.

Focal Point Lulworth Stainless Steel Rotary Control Gas Inset Full Depth Fire, £185, Screwfix

The Montana Royale is a uniquely designed gas fire whose sleek chrome finish is offset by its attractive, black trimming. The coal bed sits behind a glass screen and is illuminated by the strong flames and with an output of 4.2kW, this gas fire really packs a punch!

Montana Royale High Efficiency Gas Fire in Chrome, £429, Fireplace World

The Boston glass fronted gas fire has both style and performance. With a choice of trim finishes, cream or black interior and the option of logs, pebbles or driftwood, this fire is designed to suit any room setting. The Boston has one of the best looking flame patterns on the market and comes with remote control as standard.

Crystal Fires 36033502 Boston Logs Remote Control Gas Fire, £700, The Gas Superstore

Make a style statement with this portrait design, curved black glass, wall-hung flueless gas fire. It features flueless catalytic technology for high efficiency and reduced running costs with an ultra-clean ribbon burner. No Chimney or Flue Required. Discreetly mounted control switch allows you to select heat settings.  Must be Fitted by a Gas Safe Registered Engineer.

Focal Point Ebony Black Rotary Control Gas Wall-Hung Flueless Fire, £296, Screwfix