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Dimplex 2kW Osbourne Mantle Electric Fireplace
OSB20C-AU
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Electric fireplace heater with mantle design
- Electric powered with 2000 Watt output
- Two heat settings and thermostat control
- Brightness flicker and ambient light sensor
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Dimplex
- Model Number:
- OSB20C-AU
- Fuel Type:
- Electric
- Power:
- 2000W
- Thermostat:
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Settings:
- 2
Options
- Remote Control:
- Yes
General Information
- Type:
- Electric Fireplace
- Colour:
- White
- Supplier Colour:
- Natural White
- Portability:
- Installed
- Additional Features:
- Setup in minutes, Revillusion Flame Technology, Full Concrete look firebox with log set, Brightness Flicker and Ambient Light Sensor
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Settings:
- 2
General Information
- Type:
- Electric Fireplace
- Colour:
- White
- Supplier Colour:
- Natural White
- Portability:
- Installed
- Additional Features:
- Setup in minutes, Revillusion Flame Technology, Full Concrete look firebox with log set, Brightness Flicker and Ambient Light Sensor
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 1184
- Product Width (mm):
- 1378
- Product Depth (mm):
- 407
- Product Weight (kg):
- 83.5
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 1255
- Box Width (mm):
- 520
- Box Depth (mm):
- 1470
- Box Weight (kg):
- 90
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At a glance
The Dimplex 2kW Osbourne Mantle Electric Fireplace is a traditional-style electric fire designed to add warmth and a focal point to living spaces without needing a chimney. It suits households wanting easy fireplace ambience and straightforward operation. Key strengths are its classic mantle presentation, simple installation and low-maintenance electric heating. Its main limitation is that it offers less realism and room-heating power than premium built-in or larger electric fireplace systems.
What it’s great for
- Supplementary Room Heating
- Fireplace Ambience
- Living Room Styling
- Rental-Friendly Heating
- Low-Maintenance Home Comfort
Where it works best
- Living Room
- Lounge Room
- Apartment
- Bedroom
- Small-to-Medium Open Living Area
Who it’s for
- Apartment Dweller
- Renter
- Homeowner
- Style-Conscious Buyer
- Household Seeking Simple Electric Heating
Things to consider
Compared with premium electric fireplaces, this model is better suited to supplementary heating and visual ambience rather than delivering the most realistic flame effects or heating very large spaces.
Apartment suitability
Good for many apartments where permitted, especially for users wanting a fireplace look without a chimney or permanent structural work.
Ambience creation score
8/10 - traditional mantle styling gives it strong visual appeal and a fireplace feel in everyday living spaces.
Heating effectiveness
7/10 - the 2kW output is well suited to supplementary heating in small to medium rooms, but not ideal as whole-home heating.
Ease of installation rating
8/10 - simpler than built-in fireplace options because it does not require a flue or major renovation.
Safety features score
7/10 - electric fireplace designs generally avoid open flames, making them easier to live with than combustion fireplaces.
Key benefits
- 2kW HEATING OUTPUT: Provides practical supplementary warmth for cooler days and evenings in small to medium rooms.
- Mantle-style design: Creates a classic fireplace look that adds visual presence even when not in use.
- Electric operation: Delivers fireplace ambience without wood, gas refills, ash or smoke cleanup.
- Freestanding format: Easier to place in an existing room than a built-in fireplace renovation.
- Low-maintenance heating: Avoids the routine mess and upkeep associated with solid-fuel fireplaces.
- Instant on/off use: Gives quick heat and ambience at the touch of a control, with no fire-starting process.
- No flue required: Suitable for homes that want a fireplace-style feature where chimney installation is impractical.
- Clean indoor use: Operates without combustion fumes in the room, making it convenient for everyday household use.
Q: Is the 2kW heat output enough for a standard living room?
A: Yes, 2kW is typically suited to a small to medium room, around 15 to 20 square metres in a reasonably insulated home. In larger or draughtier spaces, it works better as supplementary heat rather than the only heat source.
Q: What should I budget for running costs when the Osbourne heater is on?
A: At full heat, a 2kW electric fireplace uses about 2 kilowatt hours of electricity per hour. On a 30 cents per kWh tariff, that is roughly 60 cents per hour, with actual cost varying by tariff and the heat setting used.
Q: Is the Osbourne designed more for ambience or for everyday room heating?
A: It is designed to do both, but the 2kW output places it in the everyday room-heating category for smaller spaces rather than whole-home heating. The mantel suite format also adds a built-in fireplace look without a chimney or wood fuel.
Q: Can the Osbourne replace an old fireplace insert or wall cavity on its own?
A: No, this model is a complete electric fireplace suite with a mantel, not just a firebox insert. That means planning for the external surround and floor footprint, not only the 30-inch firebox section, if replacing an existing fireplace area.
Q: Why does the 30-inch firebox size matter when choosing this fireplace?
A: The 30-inch firebox affects how prominent the flame display looks in the room and how substantial the suite appears against a wall. It is better suited to living areas where a fireplace is meant to be a visual focal point, not a compact heater only.