I canât find any photos on the web of a fireplace sitting directly on carpet.
													
																	Can you put an electric fireplace on carpet. 
									
	
		
	
																	Most types of flooring are safe unless they are immediately in front of the fireplace. 
																	Switching to a gas fireplace from an electric version may require some changes but to a lesser extent. 
																	Unlike gas and solid fuel it s not as important that electric fires are fitted by an engineer and so it s perfectly possible that you can install one yourself. 
																	Is it safe to put an electric fireplace directly against a wall. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Yes electric fireplaces can be placed directly against walls. 
																	Yes it is safe to sit an electric fireplace on carpet or on top of a rug. 
																	So make sure you plan for keeping the carpet clean and spark free. 
																	If you are installed a new fireplace in an area you will probably have to do at least some work on your floors. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	This depends on your fireplace. 
																	Clay is a natural insulator and you can set em up in some art deco style manner. 
																	Can electric fireplaces sit on carpet. 
																	Also little sparks have a tendency of getting in carpet and i have a woodburning fireplace in the basement it s messy. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Assuming we can get past the issue of whether or not fake fireplaces look okay do you think a fireplace would look funny sitting directly on my carpet. 
																	If you re installing an electric fireplace it s important that it s done safely and professionally not only will this make sure it looks great but it ll also ensure it s safe and works efficiently. 
																	If iâm going to create a hearth or plate of some sort i have to decide before getting the carpet installed. 
																	In fact electric fireplaces can safely be placed on top of any stable surface.