Tracey Hinton, eReflex 195R ‘Win the cost of your product back’ winner

We speak to Tracey Hinton, the latest winner of our “Win the cost of your product back” prize draw about why she chose a Gazco eReflex 195R electric fire for her home.

Tracey Hinton, Chelmsford
December 21, 2021

Tell us a bit more about your home project and your style.

My husband is a builder and when he sees products that he likes, he gets inspired to design around them. He chooses items such as the fire and the television and I decide on colours and soft furnishings. When we installed the Gazco fire, we couldn’t get the decorator around quick enough to fit in with our timescale and as my husband Steve doesn’t like painting, we had to work together on the decorating which is always ‘amusing’! Steve wanted to build a new feature wall to house the fire and the television, and we re-sited the speakers for the sound system at the same time. We have used ‘false walls’ to effect on several occasions as I have an aversion to seeing any wires!

What stove/fire have you had installed?

We had the biggest one we could find and then had to find a television that was as big as the fire! We have the Gazco eReflex 195R Inset Electric Fire.

Where did you get the stove/fire installed in your home, and why that location?

It’s in our lounge as that is both large enough to house such large items but also where we spend most of our time in the evenings and our entertaining room. I don’t think we’ve had a single visitor that hasn’t complimented the fire and TV ‘combo’.

What drew you to a Stovax or Gazco product?

I’ll have to ask my husband that one as he saw it first! So, Steve says he was looking for a big fire to go with a big television! He was actually chuffed to bits when a few days after installation, he saw a famous footballer with almost an identical installation. It could have been our wall we were looking at! That seemed to reaffirm to him we had good taste, even if we don’t have a footballer’s wallet!

What was the greatest challenge when undergoing your renovation?

Staying married! No seriously, I think that the greatest challenge was probably hanging the television. My husband was naturally very keen to locate the batons he had constructed to hang the television on. It took three of us to lift and guide it and much ‘fun’ was had in the making!

Why is it important to you to have a fireplace?

We’d had a gas one previously and it had always made a lovely focal point for the room. I don’t think you can beat a fire that has the appeal of the flames on a cold, winter’s evening. It makes me feel all safe and cosy and I’m at peace with the world! Who can resist a roaring fire, a good film and a lovely hot drink or glass of wine in front of such a beautiful fire?

Any tips for other people renovating?

Stay calm and don’t ‘knee jerk’ ideas. Sometimes, the first idea you have is not the best, so take your time and plan things methodically. A well-executed plan may take longer to implement but the end result will have more longevity!


Would you like the chance to win the cost of your product back?

Tracey was a winner of the Stovax & Gazco ‘win the cost of your product back’ prize draw. You could be our next winner! Full terms and conditions for entry are available here.


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eReflex 195R Inset Electric Fires

The largest model in the Gazco eReflex Inset range, the 195R is a truly captivating electric fire. With dramatic fuel and vibrant visuals to choose from, this ultra-contemporary electric fire projects flame effects among the fuel effects for a truly immersive display. You can choose from three different flame options including Amber, Blue and Amber ... Find out more

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 Matt, Devon
 February 4, 2019

Excellent Stove!

 Dan, Devon
 February 4, 2019

“Perfection”

“Perfection”

 Carol, Devon
 January 10, 2019

“Warmth and so convenient”

 James, Buckinghamshire
 January 10, 2019

“Bliss”

“Bliss”

 Neil & Anne, Holywell
 January 9, 2019

“Winter warmer”

“Winter warmer”

 Emma, Llangollen
 January 9, 2019

“One of the first items we chose for our home restoration”

“One of the first items we chose for our home restoration”

 Sean, Stokesley, North Yorkshire
 January 9, 2019

“Enjoying our multi-fuel stove”

“Enjoying our multi-fuel stove”

 Bev & Charles, North Yorkshire
 January 9, 2019

Cosy!”

Cosy!”

 Dawn, Yealmpton
 December 15, 2018

“Picture perfect”

“Picture perfect”

 Marcus Giles, St Albans
 December 14, 2018

“It’s beginning to look a lot like Stovax”

“It’s beginning to look a lot like Stovax”

 Steve Kidd, Telford
 December 12, 2018

“A Pug Heaven”

“A Pug Heaven”

 Gordon, Lancaster
 December 12, 2018

“Warm and toasty winter”

“Warm and toasty winter”

 Nicola, Gloucester
 October 24, 2018

“So warm and toasty!”

“So warm and toasty!”

 Sharon, Preston
 August 8, 2018

“Looks great hot and cold”

“Looks great hot and cold”

 Stewart, Hants
 May 25, 2018

“Wonderful Xmas evening by our new fireplace”

“Wonderful Xmas evening by our new fireplace”

 Richard, Coventry
 May 5, 2018

Thanks for all the sofa love on yesterday’s post! 💕 I was a bit nervous about its arrival as we had ordered it online without ever seeing it but I just love it and it’s really nice to have a bit of colour for once! I also bought some lovely old lights from @rosiebuddecorative which you can just see in the mirror, they’re now wired up and working ✨✨ i do love this little room! I’m off to Work today but I’d really like to stay at home as I’m feeling really behind on the Christmas front! 🎄Have a lovely Wednesday 😀#stovax #festivefireside

foundandfavour

Perfect Sunday night in with my fave @aaronm01 . . . . . . #camembert #sundaynight #stovax #fireplace #interiordesign #christmastree #christmasdecor #cottagestyle #myhome #realchristmastree #bakedcamembert #yummy #getinmybelly #perfectnight #withmyfave #cottagedecor #christmascottage #christmasstocking #cheeseislife #meltedcheese #logburner #christmasgarland #festivefireside

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Has anyone else got their tree up? 🎄🔥

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William Hunter
“Bertie’s favourite spot!”

“Bertie’s favourite spot!”

 Lizzie, Burgess
 November 28, 2017

“Refurbished lounge”

“Refurbished lounge”

 Louise Talbot, Newport Shropshire
 November 7, 2017

bubbsyching #cosycarvings

bubbsyching #cosycarvings

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 October 27, 2017

“Fabulous!”

“Fabulous!”

 Chris, Swindon
 September 27, 2017

“Amazing, beats all our expectations”

“Amazing, beats all our expectations”

 Micheal, Rotherham
 September 27, 2017

“A Living Log Fire without chopping logs”

“A Living Log Fire without chopping logs”

 Roger, Malvern
 September 27, 2017

“Homemaker”

“Homemaker”

 Sally, Teignmouth
 September 27, 2017

“Contemporary”

“Contemporary”

 Evelyn, Berwick-upon-Tweed
 September 27, 2017

“A sheer delight”

“A sheer delight”

 Sally, Teignmouth
 September 15, 2017

“Cosy and comforting”

“Cosy and comforting”

 Helen, Watford
 September 13, 2017

“Even the Dog is Fooled!”

“Even the Dog is Fooled!”

 Marion Whitby, Whitby
 August 23, 2017

“The dogs approve!”

“The dogs approve!”

 Robert Elswood, Somerset
 August 23, 2017

“Small but perfectly formed”

“Small but perfectly formed”

 Dawn, Tyne & Wear
 August 23, 2017

‘Worth Every ‘Cosy’ Penny!’

 Gary Campbell, Dorchester
 June 16, 2017

“Warm glow”

“Warm glow”

 Eric Harrison, Minehead
 June 6, 2017

“Transformed the room”

“Transformed the room”

 Graham and Joy, Plymouth
 June 6, 2017

“Clean instant log burner alternative”

“Clean instant log burner alternative”

 Mr and Mrs L, Southampton
 June 2, 2017

“Stovax still looks good in the summer”

“Stovax still looks good in the summer”

 Paul Green, Coventry
 May 15, 2017

“Lovely Gas Fires”

 John & Margaret, Keighley
 May 15, 2017

“Enhances and warms the room”

“Enhances and warms the room”

 Eric & Linda Bradley, Cotswolds
 May 15, 2017

“A Delight!”

 Chris Streets, Much Wenlock
 May 15, 2017

“Even the duck loves the stove”

“Even the duck loves the stove”

 Niall, Everton
 May 12, 2017

“Delighted”

 Barry, Lawford
 May 10, 2017

“Great looking stove”

 Kevin, Witney Oxon
 May 9, 2017

“Heat and looks combined.”

“Heat and looks combined.”

 John, Exmouth
 May 9, 2017

“Our Home is Cosy Again”

“Our Home is Cosy Again”

 Margaret Harrington, Co. Carlow, Ireland
 May 8, 2017

“A Rosie Glow”

“A Rosie Glow”

 Elizabeth Howard, Hampshire
 May 5, 2017

“Cosy cold nights”

“Cosy cold nights”

 Graeme Kitchen, UK
 May 2, 2017

“Finally!”

“Finally!”

 Ian, Aberystwyth
 April 10, 2017

“Great addition for our lounge”

“Great addition for our lounge”

 Barry K Heath, Sandhurst, Berkshire
 April 7, 2017

“Beautiful and Functional”

“Beautiful and Functional”

 Wayne, Buckinghamshire
 April 3, 2017

“Heart of the home”

“Heart of the home”

 Jude Bowler, Northwich
 April 3, 2017

“It’s brought the room to life”

“It’s brought the room to life”

 Stephen Wright, Denmead
 April 3, 2017

“Warm and cozy gas fire”

“Warm and cozy gas fire”

 Darrell, Devon
 April 3, 2017

“A great heating investment”

“A great heating investment”

 Peter, Exmouth, Devon
 April 3, 2017

“Brings warmth and cheer whenever lit”

“Brings warmth and cheer whenever lit”

 Nick & Jane, Darwen, Lancashire
 April 3, 2017

“Heart of the home”

“Heart of the home”

 Stuart, Stratford-upon-Avon
 April 3, 2017

“A great stove, great heat, great looks”

“A great stove, great heat, great looks”

 Lesley, Fort William
 March 31, 2017

“Provides a wonderful focal point”

 Glyn, Cowbridge
 March 31, 2017

“Oscar seems to like the new fire!”

“Oscar seems to like the new fire!”

 Heather, Newtownabbey
 March 31, 2017

“Comfy and cosy”

“Comfy and cosy”

 Di, Sandbach
 March 31, 2017

“The Heart of the Home”

“The Heart of the Home”

 Alex, Ebford, Devon
 March 30, 2017

“Perfect – wonderful and warm!”

“Perfect – wonderful and warm!”

 Margaret, Shetland
 February 27, 2017

“Fire looks amazing”

“Fire looks amazing”

 Karen,
 February 24, 2017

“What A Difference a Day Makes”

“What A Difference a Day Makes”

 Jean, Winlaton Tyne & Wear
 February 24, 2017

“Approved by this family member!!”

“Approved by this family member!!”

 Bob, Chris and Ollie, Northumberland
 February 24, 2017

“Modern Ambience”

“Modern Ambience”

 Hajra, Nuneaton
 February 23, 2017

“Adds to the Artwork”

“Adds to the Artwork”

 Brian, Middlesbrough
 February 23, 2017

“New build”

“New build”

 Caryn Richardson, Lisburn
 February 16, 2017

“Superb little dual fuel burner”

“Superb little dual fuel burner”

 Jacqueline Curtis, Eye Suffolk
 February 16, 2017

“Looks cool, feels warm”

“Looks cool, feels warm”

 Linda, Somerset
 February 16, 2017

Stylish, Neat and Warming

Stylish, Neat and Warming

 Graeme, Ashington, West Sussex
 February 9, 2017

“Comfortable & Efficient”

 John, Buckinghamshire
 January 26, 2017

“Wish I had done it years ago”

 Colin,
 January 25, 2017

“Looks great”

“Looks great”

 Dave, West mids
 January 25, 2017