Electric fireplaces are a very versatile type of fireplaces and, unlike wood burning or gas fireplaces, can be placed in many locations around a home without the need to vent.

Electric fireplaces can be installed within existing open fireplaces, inside entertainment centers and even on walls, but can you put an electric fireplace inside a wall?

Built-in electric fireplaces can be installed within the walls of a home and are designed to be ventless, making built-in inserts perfect for use in walls. Certain wall mount electric fireplaces can also be fully recessed into a wall.

Not all electric fireplaces can be installed within a wall. Some require clearance out the back of the unit and so are more suited for other situations, while certain wall mount electric fireplaces can also give you the option to partially or fully recess them into a wall.

We’ve explained in more detail below what you’ll need to consider if putting an electric fireplace in the wall and which types of electric fireplace are best suited for in-wall installations.