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Log Burners, Media Walls & Electric Fires in Durham

Looking for a new stove or fireplace in County Durham? We're a small, family-run showroom in Houghton le Spring. Browse log burners, multi-fuel stoves, media walls and electric fires in person. Get honest advice and professional installation. No pressure, no hassle.

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The Only Stove Showroom for Miles

You won't find another dedicated stove and fireplace shop within miles. No driving all over Durham to compare - we've got the range you need in one place. Based in Houghton le Spring, easy to reach from Durham, Sunderland, Newbottle, Philadelphia and East Herrington.
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See It, Buy It, Fitted - All in One Place

Most shops just sell. We sell and fit. Buy your log burner or media wall from our showroom, and we'll handle the professional installation too. Or just buy the stove if you'd rather arrange your own fitter. You choose how much help you want.
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Small Business with Proper Service

We're family-run, local to the area, and we actually care about doing a good job. No overwhelming choice, no pushy sales, no mess left behind. Just honest advice, quality products, and professional fitting. Check our Google reviews - customers mention our communication, punctuality and respect for their homes.

Stoves, Fireplaces & Everything in Between

Want a package deal? We often pair a stove with a flue pack to make it easier (and better value). Ask when you visit.

Your Local Stove Experts (Without the Hard Sell)

We're not here to overwhelm you with endless choice or push you into something you don't need. Our showroom has a carefully picked range of log burners, media walls and electric fires that actually sell well - because they're good quality and people love them.

Based in Houghton le Spring, we're the only dedicated stove and fireplace shop for miles around. That means you can pop in, have a proper look at the stoves in person, ask questions, and make a decision without driving all over County Durham.

What you get with us:

  • Honest advice from people who know the area
  • A showroom you can actually visit (Cherry Way, Dubmire Industrial Estate)
  • Professional installation included if you want it
  • Or just buy the stove and fit it yourself - your choice
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What Customers Say About Us

All our Google reviews are 5 stars. People seem to appreciate three things:

  • We communicate properly. From the first message to the finished job, you'll know what's happening and when.
  • We're professional but friendly. No pressure sales in the shop, no mess left behind after installation.
  • We turn up when we say we will. Sounds basic, but apparently it's not that common.
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The lads were very friendly and respectful and left the sitting room spotless. They’ve worked none stop and the results are amazing.
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Louise Dixon

3 months ago

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Having a showroom where you can see a selection of stoves, hearths and insets is a real selling point, allowing you to make an informed decision.
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Andrew W

3 months ago

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Well fitted and finished to a very high standard just what we wanted.
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Michelle Ross

3 months ago

Where to find us:

19c Cherry Way, Dubmire Industrial Estate, Houghton le Spring, DH4 5RJ

Come to the Showroom in Houghton le Spring

There's a reason we have a physical showroom - you need to see a stove in person before you commit. Pictures on a website don't show you the size, the finish, or how the door feels when you open it.

Our showroom:

  • Media wall examples set up
  • Open during the week (check Google for exact times)
  • Appointments available outside hours if needed
  • Easy parking at Dubmire Industrial Estate

We're local to the area. We cover Houghton le Spring, Durham, Sunderland, and surrounding towns. There's no other dedicated stove shop within about 7 miles, so you're not going to find this range nearby.

We'll Fit It Too
(If You Want Us To)

Buy your stove from us and we can handle the installation. Most standard log burner installs take a day. Media walls take 3-4 days. If you need a false chimney breast built, allow 3 days for the full job.

What's included:

  • Professional fitting by experienced installers
  • All the work except gas capping (you'll need a Gas Safe engineer for that if you're replacing a gas fire)
  • Everything tested before we leave
  • Cleaned up afterwards

How it works:

Send us a photo of your chimney breast and a few details about your room. We can usually tell you if it's doable without needing to visit first. If the job looks straightforward, we'll book you in. Right now we're booking 4-8 weeks ahead - winter's busy season for us.

Prefer to fit it yourself?

No problem. Buy the stove and flue pack from us and sort your own installer. We're not precious about it.

Your Questions Answered

Do I need a chimney for a log burner?
You'll need either an existing chimney or we can build a false chimney breast with a flue system. If you've got an old fireplace opening, we can work with that. If you've got nothing, we can build from scratch. Send us a photo and we'll tell you what's possible.
How long does installation take?
A standard log burner install takes one day. If we're building a false chimney breast as well, allow three days. Media walls typically take 3-4 days to complete. We'll give you an exact timeframe when you book.
Can I just buy a stove without installation?
Absolutely. Plenty of customers buy from us and arrange their own fitter, or install it themselves if they know what they're doing. We're happy either way.
What's the difference between wood-only and multi-fuel stoves?
Wood-only stoves burn logs. Multi fuel stoves burn wood and smokeless fuel. Which one you need depends on whether you want the option to burn both, and sometimes whether you're in a smoke control area. We'll help you work it out in the shop.
Do you have HETAS-certified installers?
Yes. We have both Hetas and Oftec registered installers.
What maintenance does a log burner need?
Get your chimney swept once a year. That's pretty much it. We'll remind you about this when we fit your stove, but there's no complicated maintenance routine to worry about.
How much does a log burner cost?
Depends on the model. Our entry-level stoves start around £600, but our most popular one (the Percy Doughty model from the Penman Collection) is about £1,200. People often come in planning to spend less, then choose that one anyway because they prefer it. We'll show you the prices in the shop so there are no surprises.
How far in advance do I need to book installation?
Right now we're booking 4-8 weeks ahead. Winter's our busy season (everyone wants a wood burner when it's cold). If you're thinking about it, best to get in touch sooner rather than later.