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Touchstone - The Sideline 40" Recessed Electric Fireplace

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Who Said Size Doesn't Matter? Meet the Sideline 40": Bigger, Bolder, and... Hotter? 🔥


Hello, Home-makeover Heroes! Ever dream of sipping wine by a roaring fire, but can’t be bothered to deal with the whole, y’know, actual fire part? You’re in luck, because Touchstone’s Sideline 40" Recessed Electric Fireplace has entered the chat.

Touchstone - The Sideline 40" Recessed Electric Fireplace -80027- Front View With 3 Color Flames


Sparks Will Fly (Metaphorically, of Course):
If you're yearning for a blend of vintage charm and modern marvel, let's match you up with the hottest date for your living space.


1. Four-Ten Inches of Temptation: 💃


Size matters. Especially when it’s this stylish. Forty inches of oh-my-gosh-where-did-you-get-that goodness.

2. Elegance? Electric!:


Part of the Touchstone Sideline Elite lineup, this isn't just any electric fireplace. It’s THE Electric Fireplace. Feel the difference, relish the elegance.

3. Real Fire? That's So Last Decade: 🚫


Elevate your space without burning it down. All the ambiance, zero ash. It's the no-hassle, all-sizzle deal of your dreams.

4. Quiet Contemplation, Loud Admiration: 🤫


Experience warmth without the whirr. Silent, sultry, and so darn sophisticated.


Fancy Features to Fan the Flames of Your Fascination:

  • Mood Maestro:
    Dim lighting for Netflix n' chill or full blaze for that dramatic read-by-the-fire moment. Control? Right at your fingertips.

  • Sweat-Free Set-Up:
    Mounting this beauty is easier than deciding on a Netflix show. And way faster.

  • Environmentally Enamored:
    Cut carbon, not comfort. Go green while staying toasty.


To Summarize in Smokin' Style:
Touchstone’s Sideline 40" is the sort of showstopper that your grandma would've called witchcraft. Today? We just call it fantastic. Elevate your ambiance game and bring home the fiery flair of the future.

Touchstone Sideline Highlights

  • Designed with front heating vent so that the unit can be flush mounted into wall
  • Includes log set and crystal set
  • Slim frame that features a large fireplace viewing area with life-like LED flames that is unrivaled by competitors
  • Heats up to 400 square feet (over 5,000 BTUs)
  • Can be plugged in or hardwired 120V
  • Multi-colored flames allow you to customize your atmosphere
  • More Sideline sizes available. Shop the Sideline Collection. 

Touchstone - The Sideline 40" Recessed Electric Fireplace -80027- Lifestyle Living Room Side View Electric Fireplace

Realistic Flame

The heart of Touchstone's electric fireplaces is our exclusive, realistic flame. This flame set is so natural-looking, your friends will be nervous to touch the glass. The Sideline® 40 gives you 5 flame settings, from a quiet ember to a raging blaze, all of which can be controlled from the remote control or from the control panel on the face of the fireplace. Read more about the benefits of electric fireplaces.

Yes, it does heat your room

Sure it looks great, but the Sideline® 40 will help heat your room. We don't recommend The Sideline® 40 as your primary heat source, but it can help heat a room up to 400 square feet in space with a heater that delivers 5100 BTUs. It's perfect for taking the edge off a cool evening in the fall, or for giving your room a little more cozy warmth on a frosty winter night. The Sideline® 40 can also be operated without heat, but with electric fireplace operational so you can use it on those hot summer nights.

Multiple flame colors

To create the cozy atmosphere of a traditional fireplace, this electronic unit emits authentic-looking flames that emulate a real fire. The flames that Touchstone Home Products fireplaces create are natural enough to have friends and family think you own a traditional wood burning fireplace.

This fireplace has three color-changing options (orange, blue, and blue-orange), along with five settings, from a soft ember glow or an intense blaze. The lighting and heating options of this fireplace offer you the ability to customize your atmosphere to your liking. With both its look and performance, Sideline® gives you the total package. Both the heat and flame settings can be operated through a remote control. (Batteries not included)

Touchstone - The Sideline 40" Recessed Electric Fireplace -80027- Front View With Logs 3 3 Color Flames

Now Comes With both Faux Log and Glass Crystals -
Exclusive to All Touchstone Sideline Series Fireplaces

The Sideline® Series Fireplaces now come with both glass crystals and a faux log set. For a contemporary feel, install the glass crystals in The Sideline® Series Fireplace. For a more traditional look, install the faux log set in The Sideline® Series Fireplace. The Sideline® Series Fireplace ships with both options, so you can choose the look that is right for you.

Mounting and Use

The Sideline® 40 electric is designed for recessed placement in your wall, but it can be hung on the wall as well. Instructions for mounting and install come with the fireplace, and we recommend you follow the simple instructions provided. We do recommend placing The Sideline® 40 at least 8" below your ceiling or 8" below your mounted flat screen because of its heating feature.

Sideline Recessed Electric Fireplace Features

  • 2 heat settings (high and low)
  • Designed for recessed mounting in wall
  • Remote control for heat and flame setting (batteries not included)
  • Dual mode operates with or without heat for only flame effect
  • Built-in timer mode for shut off in 30 minutes to 7.5 hours.
  • If mounting under a wall mounted flat panel TV, mount fireplace at least 8 inches below the bottom of the TV.


Touchstone Sideline Specifications

  • Frame Color: Black
  • Fireplace Dimensions: 40" wide x 21 1/2" high x 5 1/2" deep
  • Recessed Dimensions: 32 1/2" wide x 20 1/4" high x 5 1/4" deep
  • Rough Opening Dimensions: 32 3/4" wide x 20 1/2" high x 5 3/4" deep
  • Shipping Carton Dimensions: 43 in. x 28 in. x 10 in
  • Fire Dimensions: 31" wide x 12" tall
  • Part number: 80027
  • Watts: 1,500
  • BTU's: 5,118
  • Room Coverage: 400 ft.
  • Fireplace Weight: 39.9 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 48 pounds
  • Voltage: 120v
  • Amperes: 11 and up

Sideline Recessed Dimensional Drawing

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Touchstone Sideline Recessed Electric Fireplace - 80027 - Owners Manual

Touchstone Sideline Recessed Electric Fireplace Owners Manual