Kaminio Marlon PRO 24 (Black, 61cm)

How loud is the Kaminio Marlon PRO 24 when running?

With the flame effect alone, noise output measures around 10 dB, which is barely noticeable in a room. Once the heater is switched on, this rises to about 50 dB. That's still fairly quiet compared to many fan heaters, though one or two reviewers have noted the heating fan is louder than expected relative to the flame effect. If you want a silent ambience feature, running flame-only mode avoids this entirely.

Can I use the flame effect without the heater running?

Yes. The flame and heating functions operate independently. This means you can enjoy the 3D flame display and ambient lighting throughout the year, including summer months, without generating heat. This also keeps running costs low, since the flame effect alone uses roughly 8 watts per hour.

How much space can this fire heat?

The 1800W setting is rated for rooms up to 30 square metres. There's also a lower 900W setting for smaller spaces or milder top-up heating. The thermostat lets you set a target temperature between 16°C and 28°C so the unit doesn't run constantly at maximum output once your room reaches the desired warmth.

What installation options does this fire support?

This is a 3-in-1 design. It can be wall mounted using the included mounting rail, recessed into a wall or media unit as an inset fire, or simply placed freestanding on a sideboard or cabinet. It's built at 11.9cm deep, which suits slim media wall installations as well as more traditional placements.

What safety features are built in?

The fire includes overheat protection which shuts the unit off automatically if it runs too hot. Open window detection helps reduce energy waste when a window is left open nearby. The outer surface stays cool to the touch during operation and the glass used is tempered safety glass. There's no exhaust output since it's a fully electric unit.

What's included in the box?

You get the fireplace unit itself, feet for freestanding use, a wall mounting rail, a remote control with batteries already included and a user manual. No additional tools or hardware purchases are needed for basic setup, though a drill is required for wall mounting (an 8mm bit has worked for plasterboard fixings according to one buyer).

Does this fire produce smoke, ash or fumes?

No. As a fully electric fireplace, there's no combustion involved, meaning no smoke, no ash and no exhaust fumes to vent. This also means no chimney or flue is required and there's minimal ongoing maintenance compared with a wood-burning or gas fireplace.

What size is the Kaminio Marlon PRO 24 and what other sizes are available?

This particular model measures 61cm wide (24 inches), 46.6cm high and 11.9cm deep, weighing 9.5kg. The Marlon PRO range also comes in larger sizes including 30 inch (76.2cm), 36 inch (91.4cm), 42 inch (107cm), 50 inch (127cm), 60 inch (152.4cm) and 70 inch (177.8cm), so larger rooms or media walls can be fitted with a bigger unit from the same range.