Forster’s trusted fireplace and heating specialists
Heating & Outdoors by the Glendale Warehouse has been supplying and installing fireplaces for Forster and Mid North Coast homeowners for over 40 years. Whether you’re in town year-round or settling into a coastal property, we’ll help you find the right heating solution and get it installed properly.
We stock wood heaters and gas fireplaces, inbuilt and freestanding, from leading Australian and international brands. Our team provides fireplace installation in Forster and surrounding areas, with compliance-ready advice on flue requirements, clearances, and more.
Wood heaters and gas fireplaces for Forster homes
Forster’s cooler months are mild enough that a well-chosen heater goes a long way. A wood heater suits the area well, particularly for properties with outdoor space and easy access to seasoned firewood. Gas fireplaces are a popular choice for those who want the warmth and ambience of a fire without the maintenance of a wood-burning system.
Our range covers both! We’ll talk through the pros and cons for your home, your floor plan, and your budget before you commit to anything.
Installation and supply from Newcastle to the Mid North Coast
Based in Glendale, we supply and install fireplaces across the Hunter Region and down the Mid North Coast. If you’re in Forster or the surrounding area, contact our team for a quote on supply and professional installation. We’ll make sure your new fireplace is installed to standard and performing from day one.
Browse our fireplace range online or get in touch today at (02) 4956 7732.
Gas log fireplaces
A gas log fireplace gives you the warmth and ambience of a real fire without the work of managing wood. Gas log fireplaces connect to your home’s gas supply and produce instant heat at the push of a button, with realistic flames and a clean burn. Available in freestanding and inbuilt configurations, they suit a wide range of home styles.
Wood burning fireplaces
Nothing matches the heat output of a well-chosen wood-burning fireplace. Forster’s cooler winters are well-suited to a wood fire, particularly for properties with outdoor space and easy access to dry, seasoned firewood. Wood-burning fireplaces use radiant heat to warm a room thoroughly and provide a genuine focal point in the living space.
Inbuilt fireplaces
Inbuilt fireplaces are designed to fit into an existing wall cavity or fireplace opening, giving you a clean, integrated look with no freestanding footprint. Available in gas, wood, and electric, they’re popular for new builds and renovations where the fireplace is part of a considered interior design. Our team can advise on sizing and clearances to make sure the installation works with your specific space.
Freestanding fireplaces
Freestanding fireplaces offer flexibility that inbuilt models don’t. They can be positioned in any room with the right flue access, and they work well in older homes where a wall installation isn’t practical. Freestanding wood heaters in particular are a popular choice for Forster homes that want serious heat output and a classic aesthetic.
Electric fireplaces
Electric fireplaces are the most straightforward option to install, with no gas line or flue required. They suit rental properties, apartments, or rooms where gas or wood isn’t viable. Modern electric fireplace models produce realistic flame effects and genuine radiant or convective heat, making them a practical choice for secondary rooms or smaller homes.
Suspended fireplaces
A suspended fireplace hangs from the ceiling and creates an immediate visual statement in any room. They work with both gas and wood fuel types and are particularly suited to open-plan living areas where the fireplace needs to perform as both a heat source and a design feature. Our team can discuss flue routing and installation requirements to help you understand what’s involved.
Getting a new fireplace right starts before installation day. Our team advises on flue routes, clearances, and compliance for wood-burning and gas fireplaces, so there are no surprises once the work begins. We handle supply and professional installation for customers across Forster and the surrounding Mid North Coast, with the full weight of 40-plus years of local experience behind every job.
We also carry a broad range of fireplace accessories, including fire screens, tools, maintenance products, and spare parts. If an older fireplace needs a service or repairs rather than replacement, we can help with that too.
We offer service in and around:
- Newcastle
- Port Stephens
- The Central Coast
- Singleton
- Maitland & the Hunter Valley
- Port Macquarie
Why choose Heating & Outdoors?
Heating & Outdoors has been part of the Hunter Region community since 1984. We’re based in Glendale, Newcastle, and we’ve built our reputation the same way businesses have always done it: by giving people good advice and backing it up with quality products and honest service.
Over more than four decades, we’ve supplied and installed fireplaces for thousands of homes across Newcastle, the Hunter Region, and the Mid North Coast. Our Glendale showroom runs over 80 fireplaces during the cooler months, so customers can see them in operation before they commit.
We’re proud members of the Australian Home Heating Association (AHHA), and our team stays up to date on installation standards, compliance requirements, and the latest products. If you’re looking for fireplaces in Forster, we’re the team with the range, the knowledge, and the track record to help you get it right.
Contact us at (02) 4956 7732 or browse our range online. Our Glendale showroom is open Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, and Saturday to Sunday, 10 am to 3 pm.