diy mediawall fireplace

Planning & designing your media wall

The preparation stage is crucial. Think carefully about where you want your media wall located and create a detailed plan, so you know exactly how to construct it. Consider the design of the wall, the electrics (sockets for your TV, fire, and any sound bars), as well as the tools and materials you will need. Measuring accurately is essential, and using specialist design software can be a great way to visualise your project before you start building.

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Find the perfect fire

The fire you select will define the look, feel, and overall design of your space, so it worth taking the time to get it right

Size: do you want your fire to span the full width of your media wall or sit as a feature alongside storage or shelving? Popular DIY sizes include 1500mm landscape electric fires, which pair perfectly with large TVs.
Style: choose from 1, 2, or 3-sided models depending on whether you want a clean, recessed look or a striking feature visible from multiple angles.
Flame technology: from the realistic Optiflame to the unique water-vapour effects of Optimyst, Dimplex offers a range of flame technologies to suit your style and ambience.
Finish & features: consider tinted glass for a premium effect, choice of logs for a personalised feel, and controls via remote or app for effortless operation.

With options like Ignite Bold, Ignite Evolve, Vivente Plus, Sense and Optimyst Cassettes, Dimplex makes it easy to find the perfect fire for you.

Ignite Evolve

Stylish, and highly versatile, Ignite Evolve combines convenient design with immersive flame effects.

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Vivente plus

A striking, contemporary built-in fire perfect for larger media walls, it delivers realistic flames & premium design.

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Sense

The Sense electric fireplace combines atmosphere, modern technology in a stylish built-in or wall-mounted design.

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Get inspired for your DIY media wall

See how Dimplex fires transform spaces with style, warmth, and personality. From compact portrait walls in smaller rooms to bold, full-width features, our gallery showcases real DIY projects and expert ideas to spark your creativity. Discover clever storage solutions, eye-catching layouts, and different finishes that help you design a media wall perfectly suited to your home.