Summary
The British Fires New Forest 1600 Black Edition is the flagship inset electric fireplace from British Fires — a 63-inch statement piece engineered for homeowners across Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota who want a fireplace that looks as good as it performs. With its striking anti-reflective dark glass surround and hand-charred, real oak log set, the New Forest 1600 Black Edition turns any living room, media wall, or lanai into a dramatic focal point — without the smoke, gas lines, or venting headaches of a traditional fireplace.
Built in the UK and finished by hand, this is the top-of-the-line configuration in the New Forest 1600 collection, pairing the deepest flame realism British Fires offers with a glass front designed specifically to eliminate glare and room reflection, so the fire itself — not your ceiling fan or overhead lighting — stays the center of attention.
Description
The British Fires New Forest 1600 Black Edition is the flagship inset electric fireplace from British Fires — a 63-inch statement piece engineered for homeowners across Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota who want a fireplace that looks as good as it performs. With its striking anti-reflective dark glass surround and hand-charred, real oak log set, the New Forest 1600 Black Edition turns any living room, media wall, or lanai into a dramatic focal point — without the smoke, gas lines, or venting headaches of a traditional fireplace.
Built in the UK and finished by hand, this is the top-of-the-line configuration in the New Forest 1600 collection, pairing the deepest flame realism British Fires offers with a glass front designed specifically to eliminate glare and room reflection, so the fire itself — not your ceiling fan or overhead lighting — stays the center of attention.
Why Florida Homeowners Are Choosing the New Forest 1600 Black Edition
Whether you’re renovating a great room in South Tampa, upgrading a media wall in Sarasota, or adding ambiance to a St. Petersburg waterfront home, this fireplace delivers luxury European design built for year-round Florida living:
- Safe for warm climates — Electric operation means real flame ambiance with zero real flame, gas lines, or chimney venting, ideal for Florida’s building codes and humidity.
- Runs on standard 110V household power — No specialty electrical work required for most installations; output is calibrated to a 5,000 BTU maximum heat setting, offering pleasant supplemental warmth on Tampa Bay’s cooler winter evenings without overheating a room.
- Anti-reflective dark glass (upgraded) — Rear dark glass eliminates the mirror-like glare common in standard units, keeping the log bed and flame the visual centerpiece rather than reflecting the room around it.
- Upgraded real oak log set — Genuine, responsibly sourced UK oak logs, individually hand-scorched and charred for unmatched realism, arranged in your choice of layout.
- Flexible installation — Configure as a corner unit, three-sided media wall centerpiece, or fully recessed front-facing fireplace.
- Remote-controlled and thermostatically regulated — Full control over flame intensity and ambient heat from the comfort of your sofa.
- Pairs beautifully with 55″ or 65″ televisions, making it a top choice for custom media wall installations in new builds and renovations throughout the Tampa Bay area.
Specifications (Converted to U.S. Imperial)
| Feature |
Detail |
| Overall width |
Approx. 63 in |
| Overall height |
Approx. 22 ¼ in |
| Overall depth |
Approx. 16 ¾ in |
| Power supply |
110V (U.S. household current) |
| Maximum heat output |
5,000 BTU |
| Lighting |
LED |
| Glass |
Anti-reflective dark glass (upgraded) |
| Log set |
Real oak, hand-charred, upgraded Deluxe logs |
| Control |
Remote control with full thermostatic regulation |
| Installation options |
1-sided (front-facing), 2-sided (corner), or 3-sided |
Additional detailed install-clearance measurements are available on the manufacturer spec sheet, provided at the time of purchase.
Available Exclusively In-Store — Not Sold Online
The New Forest 1600 Black Edition is a premium, professionally installed fireplace and is not available for online purchase. British Fires products are sold only through a select network of authorized dealers to ensure proper fit, configuration, and installation guidance.
In the Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota area, the New Forest 1600 Black Edition is available exclusively at:
Just Grillin Outdoor Living
Visit the showroom to see the anti-reflective dark glass and upgraded real oak log set in person, get expert guidance on sizing for your media wall or fireplace opening, and speak with a specialist about installation for your Tampa Bay home.
Serving Homeowners Throughout the Tampa Bay Area
Looking for a luxury electric fireplace near Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Sarasota, Brandon, or the surrounding Bay Area? The New Forest 1600 Black Edition combines British engineering, real oak craftsmanship, and Florida-friendly 110V electric operation, all available for hands-on viewing and expert installation guidance at Just Grillin Outdoor Living.
Stop by the showroom today to experience the New Forest 1600 Black Edition and start planning your dream media wall or fireplace feature.
