How to Create a Cosy Living Room This Festive Season

With Christmas on the horizon and the inbound arrival of friends and family imminent, it’s time to get your home set up for the festive period.

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Arada Ecoburn 5 Widescreen multifuel stove shown in optional Straw colour
Arada Ecoburn 5 Widescreen multifuel stove shown in optional Straw colour

Creating a warm welcome for friends & family

Yes, it’s that time of year again when our homes play host to friends and family so with just over a month to go, it’s time to transform your home ready for the festive period. From setting the scene with an atmospheric wood burning stove to prepping your living room with cosy home comforts, read our tips below:

Arada Hoxton 7 Wood Burning Stove shown on optional low log store Arada Hoxton 7 Wood Burning Stove shown on optional low log store

Let the fire do the talking

During those chillier nights, the heart of the home is the living room – and what better way to take the cosiness to the next level than a wood burning stove. A fire truly makes a house feel like a home and sets the stage for seasonal entertaining so if you are looking to install one before Christmas, speak to an installer now to help you select the right stove for your space.

Once installed, gather your firewood and dress up the fireplace for the occasion. The mantelpiece is an ideal spot for fresh seasonal foliage, candles and decor.

Arada Ecoburn 5 multifuel stove Arada Ecoburn 5 multifuel stove

Start with a deep clean

If you already have a wood burning stove installed, looking after it ahead of the busy winter period is key. Organise for your flue pipe or chimney to be professionally serviced and swept to ensure a clean and efficient burn through the winter. Make sure to also stay on top of cleaning the interior of the stove to avoid overflowing of ash.

Solution 5 Widescreen Bioethanol Stove Image: @fromlondontomanchester Solution 5 Widescreen Bioethanol Stove Image: @fromlondontomanchester

Layer together the comfort

Rustic charm is all about texture and warmth, so pair the wholesome feeling of a wood burning stove with soft furnishings to take your living room to the next level. Drape soft throws on the sofa, add extra cushions and add atmospheric touches like candles to turn your living room into a cosy space.

Solution 5 Widescreen Bioethanol Stove in Raincoat Yellow Image: @mo_morshuisSolution 5 Widescreen Bioethanol Stove in Raincoat Yellow Image: @mo_morshuis

Final details to set the scene

It's ideal to make your home feel like an extension on your guests’ home. In the living room, start by decluttering to create a calming space, add some extra seating so everyone has a spot around the fire, set the mood with lighting and add fun final touches like a home bar to make entertaining that much easier. And don’t forget to add those Christmas touches like wreath above the fireplace, seasonal foliage and a tree – of course!

Bioethanol stoves, ready to play

Browse our range of wood burning stoves now, or if you aren’t able to install a stove but are keen to create that cosy fire feeling, our collection of bioethanol stoves could be just for you! From the new ultra compact Hamlet Solution 4 to our larger Solution 5 Widescreen, they are available in 15 colour choices.

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Posted by Graeme Wood
13th November, 2025.

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