Napoleon Trivista Series Electric Fireplaces

Napoleon Trivista electric fireplaces are designed for projects where the fireplace should be seen from more than just straight ahead. Available in 50-inch and 60-inch sizes, the Trivista family includes two distinctly different options: the wall-mounted Trivista Pictura and the built-in Trivista Primis. Both create a contemporary multi-view fireplace with colorful flames and customizable media, but their installation methods, heating capabilities and viewing configurations make them suited to different projects. Explore our complete Napoleon electric fireplace collection for additional styles and series.

Choose Between Trivista Pictura and Trivista Primis

The most important difference between the two Trivista series is installation. Trivista Pictura hangs directly on the wall and provides a three-sided appearance through its front viewing area and smoky side glass. Trivista Primis is a built-in fireplace that can be configured for one-sided, two-sided corner or three-sided viewing using the included end panels. Pictura is the simpler choice for adding a multi-view fireplace to a finished wall, while Primis is better suited to new construction, remodeling and custom feature-wall installations.

Napoleon Trivista Pictura Electric Fireplaces

The Napoleon Trivista Pictura is available in 50-inch and 60-inch models and is designed specifically for wall-mounted installation. It hangs from an included mounting bracket rather than being recessed into the wall, making it a practical option when a three-sided fireplace look is desired without constructing a full built-in enclosure.

Smoky side glass allows the flame display to remain visible from multiple angles while giving the fireplace more visual depth than a conventional flat-front wall-mounted fireplace. The Pictura includes clear crystal media for a clean contemporary appearance, while optional Birch and Driftwood log sets can introduce a more natural fireplace style. Additional compatible media can be found in our Napoleon electric fireplace accessories collection.

Flame colors include orange, yellow, blue and combined effects, while the ember bed provides multiple color choices for further customization. The included remote controls functions such as the thermostat, timer, flames and ember bed, and the flame effects can be enjoyed with or without heat.

Napoleon Trivista Primis Electric Fireplaces

The Napoleon Trivista Primis is also available in 50-inch and 60-inch sizes, but it is designed as a built-in multi-sided electric fireplace. Included end panels allow the same fireplace to be finished as a single-sided, two-sided corner or three-sided installation, giving homeowners, designers and builders more control over how the fireplace integrates into the surrounding wall.

Primis includes both a Northern Woods log set and clear crystal media, which can be displayed separately or combined. Seven flame-color settings, 13 ember-bed colors and 13 top-light colors provide extensive control over the finished appearance. A touchscreen control panel with a motion proximity sensor and an included remote provide convenient access to the fireplace settings.

Primis also offers greater heating capability than Pictura. It supports 120-volt and 240-volt configurations, with output up to 10,000 BTUs and 3,000 watts on 240 volts. This makes Primis a stronger option when higher supplemental heat output is an important part of the project.

Trivista Pictura vs. Trivista Primis

Choose Trivista Pictura when the priority is a straightforward wall-mounted fireplace with side viewing and minimal construction. It provides the multi-view character of the Trivista family while operating from 120 volts and producing up to 5,000 BTUs of supplemental heat. Because Pictura is designed to hang on the wall and cannot be recessed, it works particularly well for finished rooms where opening the wall is not desirable.

Choose Trivista Primis when the fireplace will be incorporated into a custom built-in wall or when the ability to select between one-sided, two-sided and three-sided viewing is important. Primis also adds top lighting, an included log set and crystal media, and the option for higher heat output with a compatible 240-volt installation.

Both series are available in 50-inch and 60-inch sizes, so the final decision usually comes down to wall-mounted versus built-in installation rather than size alone. Customers comparing Trivista with additional contemporary models can also browse our complete Napoleon linear electric fireplaces.

Trivista Primis vs. CLEARion Elite

Trivista Primis and Napoleon CLEARion Elite are both available in 50-inch and 60-inch built-in models with up to 10,000 BTUs of supplemental heat, but they are designed for very different viewing applications. Trivista Primis is a multi-sided fireplace that provides front and optional side views within the same general space. CLEARion Elite is a true see-through fireplace designed to be viewed from opposite sides of a dividing or feature wall.

CLEARion Elite also includes adjustable privacy glass that can change from transparent to semi-transparent or opaque, along with independent heaters for each side. Primis instead emphasizes flexible one-, two- or three-sided installation, 13 top-light colors and a taller multi-view presentation. The comparison chart on this page provides a useful side-by-side look at these differences for customers deciding between a multi-sided fireplace and a true see-through design.

Customizable Flames, Media and Lighting

Both Trivista series provide more visual flexibility than a basic single-color electric fireplace. Orange, yellow, blue and combined flame effects allow the fire presentation to move between warm traditional tones and more contemporary colors. Multiple ember-bed settings add another layer of customization, while Primis adds overhead top lighting to further change the appearance of the logs, crystals and interior firebox.

Media is another important difference. Pictura includes clear crystals and can be upgraded with compatible Birch or Driftwood log kits. Primis includes both its Northern Woods log set and crystal media, allowing the fireplace to be styled with logs, crystals or a combination of both.

Benefits of Napoleon Trivista Electric Fireplaces

A multi-sided electric fireplace can add more dimension to a room because the flames remain visible from angles where a conventional flat-front fireplace would largely disappear. Trivista Pictura accomplishes this with a wall-mounted three-sided design, while Trivista Primis provides a more architectural built-in approach with configurable side views.

Neither series requires combustion venting or a chimney, and the flame effects can operate independently of the heater for year-round ambiance. With two installation styles and two sizes in each series, Trivista provides options for both straightforward wall-mounted projects and more involved custom fireplace installations.

FireplaceandGrill.com is an authorized Napoleon dealer offering Napoleon Trivista Pictura and Trivista Primis electric fireplaces for nationwide ordering. Compare the 50-inch and 60-inch models above, or browse our complete electric fireplace selection for additional brands, installation styles and flame technologies.

Napoleon Trivista Series Electric Fireplaces FAQs

What is the difference between Napoleon Trivista Pictura and Trivista Primis?

The biggest difference is installation and viewing flexibility. Trivista Pictura is a wall-mounted three-sided electric fireplace that cannot be recessed, while Trivista Primis is a built-in fireplace that can be configured for one-sided, two-sided or three-sided viewing. Pictura operates on 120 volts and provides up to 5,000 BTUs, while Primis can provide up to 10,000 BTUs when properly configured for 240-volt operation. Primis also adds top lighting and includes both a Northern Woods log set and crystal media.

Can a Napoleon Trivista Pictura be recessed into the wall?

No. Trivista Pictura is designed specifically for wall-mounted installation using the included mounting bracket and should not be recessed. Customers who want a built-in Trivista fireplace should choose Trivista Primis, which is designed for recessed installation and can be configured for one-sided, two-sided or three-sided viewing. Always follow the current installation manual for mounting, clearances and electrical requirements.

Should I choose the 50-inch or 60-inch Napoleon Trivista fireplace?

Choose between the 50-inch and 60-inch models based on the available wall or framing space and the desired scale of the finished fireplace. Both Pictura and Primis are offered in these two nominal sizes, with the 60-inch models creating a wider focal point for larger rooms and feature walls. Do not use the advertised size as a framing measurement; review the actual overall and framing dimensions for the specific model before ordering.

What is the difference between Trivista Primis and CLEARion Elite?

Trivista Primis is a multi-sided fireplace, while CLEARion Elite is a true see-through fireplace. Primis can provide front, left-side, right-side or three-sided viewing within a room or feature-wall installation. CLEARion Elite is designed to be viewed from opposite sides of a dividing wall and includes adjustable privacy glass plus independent heaters for each side. Both are available in 50-inch and 60-inch sizes and can provide up to 10,000 BTUs. Customers considering a fireplace between two separate spaces should compare the Napoleon CLEARion Elite Series with Primis before making a final selection.

Where can I buy Napoleon Trivista electric fireplaces from an authorized dealer?

FireplaceandGrill.com is an authorized Napoleon dealer offering Trivista Pictura and Trivista Primis electric fireplaces for nationwide ordering. Customers can compare the 50-inch and 60-inch models online or browse our complete Napoleon electric fireplace collection. Our team can also help determine whether a wall-mounted Pictura, built-in Primis or see-through CLEARion Elite is the better fit for the project.