Dimplex CFP3920BW 20-Inch Electric Fireplace Review

My wife and I have a camp that we like to spend time at in the autumn, but it’s hard to keep it warm.  After spending one freezing night too many, we decided to install the Dimplex CFP3920BW 20-Inch Electric Fireplace.  It’s an attractive space heater with a burnished walnut finish that blends in perfectly with our cabin.  It heats well too, with a fan forced heater that puts out a respectable 4,910 BTUs. I was a bit worried about how economical it would be, but with an adjustable thermostat included we’ve been able to stay cozy and energy efficient. It’s not a small heater, measuring about a yard high, but this includes a large mantel that we’ve been able to use for an additional shelf.  The firebox opening is about twenty inches, which gives us a nice window to watch the glowing logs and patented 3D flame.  This heater has been very effective in keeping us warm and comfortable and really adds a nice touch to our home away from home.

Pros:

• Good Looks: My wife didn’t want an ugly looking heater in the cabin (although if it got much colder I doubt she would have complained!), so this fireplace was a happy find for her.  They really paid attention to aesthetics here – there’s some very nice detail on the wooden exterior.  The firebox is nice to watch too.  The logs and flame are surprisingly realistic. While I can’t say it beats a real fire, it’s definitely a close second. 
• Adequate Heat: I don’t think this heater is designed to heat huge rooms on its own, but it does a fantastic job in our 12 x 15 bedroom.  We’re able to stay comfortable all night and we don’t even have to scramble for our slippers first thing in the morning.
• Thermostat: I always worry about the efficiency of electric heaters, but with an accurate thermostat built in they usually do alright.  This Dimplex gets top marks in this area.  The built-in thermostat is very accurate and we’ve been able to keep comfortable without having to pay ridiculous electricity bills.
• Remote: This was a nice little bonus.  The heater comes with a remote that lets you turn it on and off from the couch.  This is nice to have in the evenings if we’re already in bed and we realize it’s getting colder.  It’s probably not number one on my list of space heater accessories, but it’s definitely a nice plus.

Cons:

• A Little Difficult To Put Together: I was able to get the heater together without too much trouble, but I noticed the directions weren’t really as clear as they could be.  I’ve had some experience with this sort of thing so I muddled through it without a problem, but if you’re not much of a handyman (or woman) you may end up sinking some time and frustration into the project.
• No Temperature Control on Remote: Even though the remote is kind of a luxury, it would be nice if it did a bit more than just turn the heater on and off.  It’d be great if there was a function that let you change the temperature settings from across the room.  Of course, it’s still better to have an on/off remote than no remote at all!

Our weekend trips to the lake have been much more comfortable since we started using this heater to supplement the heat we already had.  It looks great, runs efficiently, and heats well enough for our needs.  The remote is a nice little bonus, as is the thought and detail that went into the design of the wood.  I’m really looking forward to when the weather starts getting colder so we can turn it back on!  If you’re looking for something attractive and functional, I think you’d really like this heater.

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