Wood Fireplaces & Wood Heaters
Shop premium wood fireplaces and wood heaters for sale at O'Briens, with freestanding and inbuilt slow-combustion models built for powerful, efficient heating. We stock Australia's leading brands and deliver Australia-wide, backed by 30+ years of heating expertise.
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A quality wood heater is one of the most cost-effective and inviting ways to heat an Australian home. Whether you want a freestanding wood heater as a room's centrepiece or a sleek inbuilt wood fireplace set into the wall, our range covers every style, size and budget, from compact heaters for a single living area to large units that warm open-plan homes.
Types of wood fireplaces & heaters
- Freestanding wood heaters stand on the floor and radiate heat from all sides, making them one of the most efficient ways to heat a room. Models with legs, a pedestal or a wood-stacker base let you match the look to your home.
- Inbuilt & insert wood fireplaces are built into a wall or an existing masonry opening for a clean, flush, modern finish that saves floor space.
- Double-sided & see-through fireplaces open onto two rooms at once, acting as a stunning room divider while heating both spaces.
- Radiant vs convection: radiant heaters warm the people and objects nearest them quickly, while convection models circulate warm air to heat a whole room more evenly. Many modern heaters combine both.
How to choose the right size
Wood heaters are rated by heat output and the floor area they can comfortably warm. As a rough guide, smaller heaters suit single rooms and well-insulated spaces, mid-size models suit average family homes, and large heaters are designed for big or open-plan areas with high ceilings. The right choice also depends on your insulation, ceiling height, climate zone and home layout, so if you are unsure, talk to our team and we will help you size it correctly the first time.
Brands we stock
- Blaze reliable, well-priced Australian wood heaters across freestanding and inbuilt ranges.
- Quadrafire premium, high-efficiency wood inserts with advanced clean-burn technology.
- Kemlan Australian-designed freestanding, insert and double-sided fireplaces with a striking modern look.
- Wood Pro great-value heaters available with insulated flue kits ready to install.
- Heat & Glo high-end fireplaces engineered for performance and design.
- Stuv European-designed fireplaces and hearth options for a premium finish.
Efficiency, emissions & clean burning
Today's slow-combustion wood heaters burn far cleaner and more efficiently than open fires, extracting more heat from every piece of firewood and producing less smoke. Look for models tested to the relevant Australian standards for efficiency and emissions. Burning dry, seasoned hardwood and running the heater correctly will give you the best heat output, the lowest running cost and the cleanest burn.
Installation, flue & accessories
Every wood heater needs a correctly installed flue to run safely and draw properly. Many of our heaters are available with insulated flue kits, and we stock the accessories and flue components to complete the job. Wood heater installation should always be carried out by a qualified installer to meet building and safety requirements, and our local team can help arrange it.
Why buy from O'Briens
- Over 30 years of heating experience and a real showroom in Wangaratta, Victoria
- Expert, honest advice on choosing and sizing the right heater
- A wide range of trusted brands in one place
- Australia-wide delivery
- Family-owned and operated
Explore more heating
Prefer a different fuel? Browse our gas fireplaces, electric fireplaces and outdoor living ranges, or see our heating & cooling services for installation and servicing.
Wood heater FAQs
Freestanding or inbuilt, which is better?
Freestanding heaters are generally more efficient at radiating heat and are easier to install, while inbuilt fireplaces give a sleek, space-saving finish. It comes down to your room, your style and your budget.
What size wood heater do I need?
Match the heater's rated heating area to your room size, then factor in insulation, ceiling height and climate. Contact us for a tailored recommendation.
Do you deliver Australia-wide?
Yes. We deliver wood heaters and fireplaces across Australia. See our delivery and shipping policies for details.
Do you install wood heaters?
Wood heaters must be installed by a qualified installer. Our local team can help arrange compliant installation in the Wangaratta and North East Victoria region.
Are wood heaters efficient to run?
Modern slow-combustion heaters are very efficient and, with access to affordable firewood, are one of the cheapest forms of home heating to run.
