The viewing style changes the look of a media wall more than many people expect. The choice is not simply “more glass is better”; it is about where the room is viewed from and how the fire will be framed.

Start with the complete media wall electric fire buyer’s guide if you are still choosing the broader layout.

1-sided: clean and focused

A 1-sided fire is viewed from the front only. It can be a strong choice for a simple, flush media wall or where cabinetry, a chimney-breast shape or furniture already frames the fire. It concentrates attention on the front glass and generally creates the most understated result.

2-sided: a view from one end

A 2-sided configuration gives a side view as well as a front view. It can suit an installation where one end is deliberately exposed, but the other is built into a wall return or adjacent feature.

3-sided: the panoramic option

A 3-sided fire shows the flame through the front and both sides. It can create a more open, panoramic effect, especially when viewed from several seating angles. It also asks more of the wall design: the side glass needs to remain visible rather than being hidden by surrounding finishes.

Choose by sightline

1. Stand at the main seating positions.
2. Mark where the edges of the fire would sit.
3. Decide whether the side glass will be seen and valued.
4. Use the exact product drawings to check how each configuration is installed.

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