The log effects in an electric fireplace log set are typically made of plastic but may be made from other materials such as ceramic in higher-end models. The main frame is typically made of metal but can also be plastic.

Electric fireplace logs typically don’t require any form of permanent installation and in most cases can be placed on the floor of its intended location. Many models still need power and will need to be plugged into nearby electrical outlet to work.

We simply placed our electric fireplace logs onto the hearth of our existing wood burning fireplace and plugged the power cord into the electrical outlet located on the wall outside the fireplace.

See our dedicated article on infrared electric fireplaces for more information.

Other models of electric fireplace logs may use a fan forced heater instead of an infrared heater.

Fan forced heaters inside electric fireplaces consist of a blower that forces air through a heating element to warm up the air in the room, and example of which is shown below found in another one of our electric fireplaces.

Electric fireplace logs can typically be cleaned by first unplugging the unit from the electric outlet and using dusting cloths and damp cloths to wipe down the fireplace from dust, dirt and stains, being careful not to leave behind any moisture.

Electric fireplaces can be considered a safer form of fireplace because there are no real flames but every set of electric fireplace logs should still always be setup, used and maintained strictly in line with the manufacturers guidelines.