Electric Fireplace Wall Ideas - 3-sided Electric Fireplace

Electric Fireplace Wall Ideas: Inspire Your Home Design

Are you looking for ideas to install an electric fireplace on a wall? You’re in the right place. Scroll through pictures of electric fireplaces in homes to get some creative inspiration for your project. Get inspired by the dozens of electric fireplace wall placement ideas including the all-time favorite - electric fireplace with TV!

Installation Options

When looking to install and electric fireplace onto a wall, you have two main installation options to choose from:

1) Mount it to a wall - this means just hang it like a flat screen TV or a picture.

2) Build it into a wall or recess it - this is when you either cut out an opening in the wall or build a bump-out and then insert the fireplace inside.

Many electric fireplaces offer both installation options.

In this article, we give you ideas for both installation options and we also link to the fireplace model displayed in the photo so that you know exactly the way it needs to be installed.

If you want to learn more about electric fireplaces, check out our Electric Fireplace Buying Guide.

Now that we covered the basics about installation options of wall electric fireplaces, let’s get the ideas flowing.

1. Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace in the Lounge Area

A popular placement for a wall mounted electric fireplace is a sitting or lounge area of your living room. Picture having a deep conversation with your friend sitting on a couple of chairs in front of the fireplace while enjoying the peaceful flickering of the flames. Or reading a book next to the fireplace and absorbing the warmth radiating from the it.

Image of Napoleon Entice Built-in / Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace against a blue wall in a lounge area

In photo: Napoleon Entice Built-in / Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace

Image of Touchstone Sideline Elite Smart Electric Fireplace against a grey wall in a lounge area

In photo: Touchstone Sideline Elite Smart Electric Fireplace (Alexa/Google Compatible)

In photo: Touchstone Sideline 50-Inch Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace (#80004)

2. Electric Fireplace in Place of a TV

Nowadays, more and more people are cutting off their cable and opt to not own a TV at all. Whether you are a part of this trend or just want your living room to be more classy, an electric fireplace on a wall can be a good TV replacement in your living room. It creates a beautiful focal point and welcoming ambiance.

Image of Modern Flames "Landscape Pro Multi" 3-Sided Smart Electric Fireplace

In photo: Modern Flames "Landscape Pro Multi" 3-Sided Smart Electric Fireplace

In photo: Touchstone Deluxe Gold 50-Inch Built-In Smart Electric Fireplace (#86275)

In photo: Touchstone Sideline Elite Smart Electric Fireplace (Alexa/Google Compatible)

In photo: Touchstone AudioFlare 50-Inch Electric Fireplace with Bluetooth Speakers (#80024)

3. Electric Fireplace Ideas on a Wall with a TV Above

If you want to have the best of both worlds - keep your TV and incorporate a fireplace in your living room - we have great news for you! Electric fireplace is safe to install underneath a TV (as long as you maintain a minimum recommended distance - usually 12"-24"). Here are some pictures of built-in and wall mounted electric fireplaces with TVs above for your inspiration.

Image of Modern Blaze Recessed / Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace with Multicolor Flame

In photo: Modern Blaze Recessed / Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace with Multicolor Flame

In photo: Napoleon PurView Built-in / Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace

In photo: Touchstone Infinity 3-Sided Smart Electric Fireplace

In photo: Touchstone Sideline Elite Smart Electric Fireplace (Alexa/Google Compatible)

4. Small Electric Wall Fireplace in Living Room

Smaller size electric fireplaces are great for placing on a smaller wall in your living room that is either painted in a different color or structurally stands out.

Image of Dimplex Winslow Curved Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace against a white brick-like wall

In photo: Dimplex Winslow Curved Wall Mounted/Tabletop Electric Fireplace

In photo: Touchstone Sideline 50-Inch Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace (#80004)

In photo: Dimplex Winslow Curved Wall Mounted/Tabletop Electric Fireplace

Image of Dimplex Winslow Curved Wall Mounted/Tabletop Electric Fireplace

In photo: Dimplex Winslow Curved Wall Mounted/Tabletop Electric Fireplace

5. 3-Sided Electric Fireplace on The Corner

If your room has a unique layout or limited wall space, a corner fireplace, including two or three-sided options, can be a great solution. This placement can maximize floor space while still providing a cozy ambiance. Plus multi-sided fireplaces offer additional viewing angles and aesthetics to enhance your room's layout.