Article: What Size Electric Fire Do I Need for a Media Wall?
What Size Electric Fire Do I Need for a Media Wall?
What Size Electric Fire Do I Need for a Media Wall?
Choosing the right size electric fire for a media wall can feel tricky at first.
You might already know the TV size. You might know the wall width. You might even have a few inspiration photos saved.
But then the real question comes up:
What size fire will actually look right?
This is one of the most common things we help customers with.
And the honest answer is that there is no single perfect size for every room. The best size depends on the wall width, TV size, room size, wall depth and the look you want.
A fire that is too small can look lost.
A fire that is too large can make the whole wall feel squeezed.
The goal is balance.
Quick answer
For most media walls, the right electric fire size depends on the width of the wall and the size of the TV above it.
As a simple guide, smaller media walls usually suit fires around 130cm wide, standard living room media walls often suit 130cm to 150cm fires, and larger rooms or wider TV walls may suit 180cm fires or panoramic models.
The fire should feel balanced with the TV, the wall and the room. Do not choose by inch size alone. Always check the actual product width, height, depth and installation requirements before ordering.
The easiest way to think about it is this:
Your fire should look like it belongs under the TV.
Not too small.
Not too wide.
Not squeezed into the wall.
Not lost in the middle of a large feature wall.
When we are helping someone choose a media wall fire, we usually look at four things first:
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Wall width
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TV size
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Room size
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Available wall depth
Those four details usually tell us very quickly which fire size makes sense.
Start with the wall width
The wall width is usually the best place to start.
If the wall is narrow, a huge fire can overpower it.
If the wall is very wide, a small fire can look like an afterthought.
Before choosing your fire, measure:
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The full wall width
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The planned media wall or chimney breast width
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The space either side of the fire
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Any shelving or storage sections
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The TV width
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The distance from corners, windows or doors
A media wall should feel balanced across the full wall, not just around the fire.
Match the fire to the TV
The TV and fire need to work together visually.
A very small fire under a large TV can look weak.
A very wide fire under a smaller TV can make the TV look awkward.
As a rough showroom guide:
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A 50–55 inch TV often suits a medium media wall fire
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A 65 inch TV usually suits a 150cm to 180cm fire
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A 75 inch TV usually suits a 180cm + fire
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Larger TVs and wide open-plan rooms may suit panoramic fires
This is only a guide. The wall width and room size still matter.
A 65 inch TV on a narrow chimney breast is very different from a 65 inch TV on a wide open-plan media wall.
Do not choose by inch size alone
This is a common mistake.
Fire names and size labels are useful, but they do not always tell the full story.
A 50 inch fire, 60 inch fire or 72 inch fire may sound straightforward, but you still need to check the actual dimensions.
Before ordering, always check:
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Overall fire width
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Recess width
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Overall height
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Recess height
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Overall depth
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Recess depth
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Installation opening size
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Trim or frame size
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Power cable position
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Clearance requirements
Your installer needs actual dimensions, not just the size name.
Small media wall: what size fire works best?
For a smaller media wall, you usually want a fire that gives the room a focal point without taking over the wall.
A compact or medium-width fire often works best.
In many smaller living rooms, a 130cm fire can be a strong choice. It gives you the media wall look while keeping the wall balanced and practical.
Good options for smaller media walls often include:
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Lumo Ultra 130, if the room can handle more depth
A smaller media wall usually benefits from a cleaner, simpler layout. Too many shelves, panels and oversized features can make the room feel busy.
Standard living room media wall: what size fire works best?
For a standard living room, 130cm to 150cm fires are usually the most popular sizes.
They give enough width to look impressive under a TV, but they do not usually overpower the wall.
This is where many customers end up choosing a 150cm fire, especially if they have a 60–65 inch TV.
Good options for standard media walls often include:
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Lumo Odyssey 150, if you want a more premium panoramic look
If you are unsure between 130cm and 150cm, look at the TV size and wall width.
A wider wall usually carries the 150cm fire better.
Large media wall: what size fire works best?
For larger living rooms, open-plan spaces and wider TV walls, a 180cm fire can look much better.
A smaller fire may get lost on a wide wall, especially under a large TV.
A 180cm fire gives the wall more presence and helps the fireplace feel like a proper design feature.
Good options for larger media walls often include:
If the room is large and the wall is wide, this is where going bigger often makes sense.
The fire should have enough visual weight to balance the rest of the wall.
When should you choose a panoramic fire?
A panoramic electric fire is best when you want the media wall to feel like a statement feature.
This is usually for larger rooms, wider walls or open-plan spaces where a standard fire might not have enough impact.
Choose a panoramic-style fire if:
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The wall is wide
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The room is large
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The TV is large
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The fire is a main design feature
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You want a more premium look
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You want the wall to feel more architectural
The Lumo Odyssey Series is usually the range to look at when you want this wider panoramic feel.
Slimline or full-depth: does size change the decision?
Yes, depth matters as much as width.
You could choose the perfect fire width, but if the fire is too deep for the wall, the project becomes awkward.
A slimline fire is better when:
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Wall depth is limited
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The room is narrow
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You want to keep the build shallow
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You do not want the media wall to come too far into the room
A full-depth fire is better when:
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The room is larger
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You have more wall depth
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You want a deeper fuel bed
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You want the fire to feel more premium
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The fire is a main focal point
For slimline media walls, look at Cozy or Comfort.
For deeper, more premium media walls, look at Ultra.
For wide panoramic feature walls, look at Odyssey.
What size fire for a 55 inch TV?
For a 55 inch TV, a medium fire usually works best.
In many rooms, a 130cm fire gives a good balance. It is wide enough to feel like a proper media wall feature, but not so wide that it overpowers the TV.
Good Lumo options may include:
If the wall is very wide, you may still consider a 150cm fire, but check the proportions carefully.
What size fire for a 65 inch TV?
For a 65 inch TV, a 130cm to 150cm fire usually works well.
A 150cm fire often gives a stronger media wall look, especially on a wider wall.
Good Lumo options may include:
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Lumo Odyssey 150
If the wall is narrow, a 130cm fire may still be better. If the room is larger, 150cm will usually feel more balanced.
What size fire for a 75 inch TV?
For a 75 inch TV, a 150cm to 180cm fire usually makes more sense.
A small fire under a 75 inch TV can look out of proportion, especially on a wide media wall.
Good Lumo options may include:
If you want the wall to feel premium and balanced, this is where the larger fires usually come into their own.
Should the fire be wider than the TV?
It can be, but it does not always need to be.
Some media walls look good with the fire slightly wider than the TV.
Others look better when the fire is similar in width or a little narrower.
The right answer depends on the full wall design.
Think about:
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TV width
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Fire width
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Shelving
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Side cabinets
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Wall panelling
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Chimney breast width
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Ceiling height
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Sofa viewing position
Do not judge the fire and TV on their own. Judge the whole wall.
Should the fire be centred under the TV?
Usually, yes.
For most media walls, the fire and TV should be centred together so the wall feels balanced.
However, there are exceptions.
An off-centre fire can work if the whole wall design is deliberately asymmetrical, with shelving, cabinets or design features balancing the layout.
But for most homes, centred is safer and cleaner.
If in doubt, keep the fire and TV aligned.
How high should the fire be?
The fire height depends on the media wall layout, TV height and viewing comfort.
The fire should be low enough to feel natural in the room, but not so low that it disappears behind furniture.
The TV should not be pushed too high just to fit the fire underneath.
A common mistake is stacking everything too high:
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Fire
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Gap
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Soundbar
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TV
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More wall space above
The result can look impressive in a photo but feel uncomfortable when watching TV.
Plan the fire and TV height together before building.
What if the wall is very narrow?
If the wall is narrow, do not force in a large fire.
A smaller or medium fire will usually look better.
You may also want to keep the design simple:
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Fire
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TV
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Clean plaster finish
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Minimal shelving
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No oversized side cabinets
In a narrow room, wall depth also matters. A slimline fire may be the better choice.
What if the wall is very wide?
If the wall is very wide, the fire needs enough presence.
A small fire can look lost, especially if there is a large TV above it.
For wide walls, consider:
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A 150cm or 180cm fire
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A panoramic fire
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Wider shelving
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Balanced side cabinets
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Feature panelling
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A deeper fire if the room can handle it
This is where the Lumo Ultra and Odyssey ranges often make sense.
Best Lumo fire sizes for media walls
Here is the simple showroom breakdown.
Lumo Cozy Series
The Lumo Cozy Series is a strong choice for slimline media walls where depth matters.
It works well when you want a built-in media wall look without building too far into the room.
Good for:
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Slimline media walls
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TV feature walls
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Shallow wall projects
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Modern living rooms
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Practical everyday media walls
Size direction:
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Cozy 130 for smaller or standard media walls
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Cozy 150 for standard living rooms and 65 inch TVs
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Cozy 180 for wider media walls and larger TVs
Lumo Comfort Series
The Lumo Comfort Series is a practical slimline option for media walls, chimney breast builds and wall-mounted installations.
It suits customers who want flexibility and a clean modern look.
Good for:
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Slimline media walls
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TV feature walls
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Shallow chimney breast builds
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Everyday living rooms
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Rooms where wall depth matters
Size direction:
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Comfort 130 for smaller media walls
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Comfort 150 for standard living rooms
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Comfort 190 for larger media walls
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Comfort 220 for very wide media walls and large TV setups
Lumo Ultra Series
The Lumo Ultra Series is a deeper electric fire range with a stronger flame picture and more premium fireplace presence.
It suits customers who have enough wall depth and want the fire to feel more substantial.
Good for:
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Deeper media walls
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Premium feature walls
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Larger living rooms
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Full-depth installations
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Main room focal points
Size direction:
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Ultra 130 for smaller premium media walls
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Ultra 150 for standard premium living rooms
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Ultra 180 for larger media walls and stronger visual impact
Lumo Odyssey Series
The Lumo Odyssey Series is ideal for panoramic media wall designs and larger feature walls.
It is the range to look at when you want the fire to become a statement piece.
Good for:
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Wide media walls
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Large living rooms
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Open-plan kitchen/living spaces
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Premium interiors
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Panoramic flame effect
Size direction:
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Odyssey 130 for compact panoramic layouts
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Odyssey 150 for standard premium media walls
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Odyssey 180 for wide statement walls
Which size should you choose?
Here is the simple version:
Choose 130cm if the wall is smaller, the room is compact, or you want a neater media wall.
Choose 150cm if you have a standard living room and a 60–65 inch TV.
Choose 180cm if the room is larger, the TV is bigger, or the wall needs more presence.
Choose panoramic or wider options if the room is open-plan, the wall is wide, or the fire is intended to be a statement feature.
If you are unsure, send us your wall width, TV size and room photos. We can usually narrow the choice down quickly.
Common sizing mistakes to avoid
Here are the mistakes we see most often:
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Choosing the fire only by inch size
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Forgetting to check actual dimensions
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Choosing a fire that is too small for the TV
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Choosing a fire that is too wide for the wall
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Not allowing enough wall depth
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Mounting the TV too high
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Forgetting shelving and cabinets
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Not checking opening size before building
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Building the wall before choosing the fire
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Ignoring the room size and viewing distance
Most sizing mistakes happen because the fire, TV and wall are not planned together.
What to send us before choosing a size
If you want help choosing the right size, send us:
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Full wall width
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Ceiling height
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TV size
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Room photos
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Sofa position
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Preferred fire style
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Available wall depth
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Whether you want slimline or full-depth
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Any shelving or storage plans
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Any inspiration images you like
With that information, we can usually tell you which size range will look most balanced.
Final advice
The best electric fire size for a media wall is the one that suits the wall, TV and room.
For most standard living rooms, 130cm to 150cm fires work very well.
For larger rooms, wider walls or bigger TVs, 180cm or panoramic fires usually look better.
Do not choose the fire in isolation.
Plan the TV, wall width, depth, fire size and finished layout together.
If you are unsure, send us your wall measurements, TV size and room photos. We can help you choose the right Lumo fire before you order.
FAQs
What size electric fire is best for a media wall?
For most media walls, 130cm to 150cm fires work well. Smaller rooms may suit 130cm fires, while larger rooms, bigger TVs and wider walls may suit 180cm or panoramic electric fires.
What size electric fire should I choose for a 65 inch TV?
For a 65 inch TV, a 130cm to 150cm electric fire usually works well. A 150cm fire often gives a stronger media wall look if the wall is wide enough.
What size electric fire should I choose for a 75 inch TV?
For a 75 inch TV, a 150cm to 180cm electric fire usually looks more balanced. Larger rooms and wide media walls often suit 180cm or panoramic fires.
Should the electric fire be wider than the TV?
It can be, but it does not have to be. The fire should feel balanced with the TV, wall width and room size. Some designs suit a fire wider than the TV, while others look better with similar widths.
Is a 130cm electric fire big enough for a media wall?
Yes, a 130cm electric fire can be ideal for smaller or standard media walls, especially where wall depth or width is limited.
Is a 150cm electric fire good for a media wall?
Yes, 150cm is one of the most popular sizes for standard living room media walls, especially with 60–65 inch TVs.
When should I choose a 180cm electric fire?
Choose a 180cm electric fire if the room is larger, the wall is wider, the TV is bigger, or you want the fire to have more presence in the room.
Does wall depth affect fire size?
Yes. Wall depth affects which type of fire you can choose. Slimline fires suit shallower media walls, while deeper fires need more wall depth but can give a stronger fireplace presence.
Which Lumo fire size is best for a small media wall?
For smaller media walls, Lumo Cozy 130, Comfort 130 or Ultra 130 may suit best, depending on wall depth and the finished look you want.
Which Lumo fire size is best for a large media wall?
For larger media walls, Lumo Cozy 180, Ultra 180 or Odyssey 180 are strong options. Comfort 190 or Comfort 220 may also suit wider feature wall designs.
