Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall
36 in of flame for the wall
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Is the Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall any good?
With 5.0 out of 10, the Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall ranks 34 of 47 in our comparison. Strengths: Thermostat holds the room at the temperature you set, Shuts off on its own if it overheats. Weakness: No written warranty on the Amazon listing. Best for: A living room or bedroom wall where you want a long, low flame and no floor space lost.
In short
The Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall is a wall-mount fireplace, 36 in wide, with a 1,500 W heater that the maker says warms up to 400 sq ft. It comes with a thermostat and a 8-hour timer.
Best for: A living room or bedroom wall where you want a long, low flame and no floor space lost
What we like
- Thermostat holds the room at the temperature you set
- Shuts off on its own if it overheats
- Low price for what you get ($126 when we checked)
- Only 3.86 in deep, fits a standard 2x4 wall when recessed
What we don't
- No written warranty on the Amazon listing
- No UL, ETL or CSA listing named on the listing
- Uses a full 15 A outlet on high, keep other heavy loads off that circuit
Specifications
| Type | Wall-mount / recessed |
|---|---|
| Size | 36"W x 3.9"D x 18.1"H |
| Heater | 1,500 W (5,118 BTU) |
| Heats up to | 400 sq ft |
| Thermostat | Yes |
| Flame without heat | not published |
| Flame colors | not published |
| Crackling sound | not published |
| Remote control | Yes |
| Phone app | not published |
| Timer | Up to 8 hours |
| Fuel bed | Crystal or log set |
| Fits a TV up to | not published |
| Safety listing | not published |
| Overheat cut-off | Yes |
| Color / finish | not published |
| Weight | 33 lb |
| Warranty | not published |
Sources: the maker's specs and the product page on Amazon.com. Heat output and coverage are the maker's own claims. If a value is missing, we found it published nowhere.
Score: 5.0 out of 10
Worked out from the specs above. How we score.
Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall: common questions
Is the Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall any good?
With 5.0 out of 10, the Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall ranks 34 of 47 in our comparison. Strengths: Thermostat holds the room at the temperature you set, Shuts off on its own if it overheats. Weakness: No written warranty on the Amazon listing. Best for: A living room or bedroom wall where you want a long, low flame and no floor space lost.
How big is the Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall?
It measures 36"W x 3.9"D x 18.1"H and weighs 33 lb. It is thin enough to recess into a standard 2x6 stud wall.
How much does the Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall heat?
The heater runs at up to 1,500 W, about 5,118 BTU, and the maker says it heats up to 400 sq ft. That is supplemental heat for one room, not a furnace. At 16 cents per kWh, running it on full costs about 24 cents an hour.
Does the Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall need a special outlet?
No. It plugs into a standard 120 V household outlet. Plug it straight into the wall, not into an extension cord or power strip, and keep it on a circuit without other big loads like a space heater or microwave.
What warranty comes with the Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall?
We found no written warranty on the listing or the maker's site. Amazon's return window still applies, so test the heat, the remote and every flame setting as soon as it arrives.
How much does the Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall cost?
The last price we saw was $126. Electric fireplace prices move a lot, with the biggest drops around Black Friday and after New Year, so check the current price.
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Head-to-head comparisons
- Antarctic Star 36" In-Wall vs Electactic 36" Ultra Thin ($126 against $130)
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