Touchstone Sideline Elite 60″ Smart Electric Fireplace

Slim Modern Design, Customizable Flame Effects & Smart-Home Heating Control

Transform your space with the Touchstone Sideline Elite® 60″ Smart Electric Fireplace, a modern linear fireplace designed to deliver realistic flame ambiance, supplemental heat, and convenient smart-home control. Its ultra-slim black frame and expansive 56″ × 14 3/8″ flame viewing area create a striking focal point while maintaining a clean, contemporary appearance.

The Sideline Elite 60″ builds on the popular Sideline series with a larger display, bolder flame colors, expanded media-bed customization, and WiFi-enabled controls. Use the remote, smartphone app, Amazon Alexa®, or Google Home to conveniently manage the flame and heating functions.

Designed for recessed or wall-mounted installation, the fireplace can be plugged in or hardwired. With flame-only operation, multiple heat settings, adjustable flame effects, and timer functionality, it provides year-round ambiance with supplemental heating for rooms up to 400 square feet.

Key Features

Ultra-Slim Modern Design

The Sideline Elite 60″ features a minimalist black frame and low-profile design that emphasizes the expansive flame display while complementing contemporary and transitional interiors.

Large Flame Viewing Area

Enjoy an expansive 56″ × 14 3/8″ flame viewing area, providing a dramatic linear fireplace appearance and an immersive view of the flame effects.

Customizable Flame & Media Bed Colors

Personalize the fireplace to match your décor or mood with:

• 6 flame color options
• 10 media bed color options
• 5 flame and media bed intensity settings
• 3 flame speed settings
• Up to 60 color combinations

Two Heat Settings

Choose between 750W and 1,500W heat settings for supplemental warmth. The built-in thermostat can be set between 68°F and 88°F, or the heater can operate continuously.

Flame-Only Operation

Enjoy the visual ambiance of the fireplace without activating the heater. This makes the Sideline Elite suitable for year-round use, including warmer seasons when supplemental heat isn’t needed.

Smart WiFi Connectivity

Connect the fireplace to your home network for convenient smart control through a compatible smartphone. The fireplace also supports voice control through:

• Amazon Alexa®
• Google Home

Multiple Control Options

Operate the fireplace using the included remote control, smartphone compatibility, or compatible voice assistants. Remote-control batteries are not included.

Flexible Installation

The Sideline Elite can be recessed into a wall or mounted directly on the wall. It can also be connected through a standard plug-in configuration or hardwired.

Built-In Timer

Set the automatic shut-off timer for up to 8 hours, providing convenient control when relaxing, entertaining, or preparing for sleep.

Decorative Media Included

Customize the firebox appearance with the included:

• Decorative log set
• Crystal set
• Driftwood

Supplemental Heating for up to 400 Sq. Ft.

The fireplace provides supplemental warmth for rooms up to 400 square feet. It is designed to complement an existing heating system rather than serve as the primary heat source.

Easy Placement Guidance

For optimal installation, position the fireplace:

• At least 8 inches below the ceiling
• At least 8 inches below a mounted flat-screen TV
• At least 6 inches above the floor

Specifications

General

Heating

Flame & Media

Controls & Connectivity

Electrical

Dimensions & Weight

Installation

The Sideline Elite 60″ is designed for either recessed or wall-mounted installation.

For recessed installation, the recommended rough opening is:

58 3/4″ W × 18 1/4″ H × 5 1/2″ D

For optimal placement, Touchstone recommends positioning the fireplace at least 8 inches below the ceiling or below a wall-mounted flat-screen TV, taking the fireplace’s heating function into consideration. A minimum distance of 6 inches from the floor is also recommended.

Recommended Applications

The Touchstone Sideline Elite 60″ is well suited for:

• Living rooms
• Family rooms
• Bedrooms
• Basements
• Entertainment rooms
• Media walls
• Modern feature walls
• Recessed fireplace installations
• Wall-mounted installations
• Smart-home environments
• Year-round fireplace ambiance
• Supplemental heating

Why Choose the Touchstone Sideline Elite 60″?

The Touchstone Sideline Elite 60″ Smart Electric Fireplace combines a large-format flame display with a slim, modern frame and extensive customization options. With six flame colors, ten media-bed colors, five intensity levels, three flame speeds, smart-home connectivity, two heat settings, and flame-only operation, it provides flexible control over both ambiance and comfort.

Its recessed or wall-mounted installation, plug-in or hardwired connectivity, included decorative media, smartphone compatibility, and Alexa and Google Home integration make it a versatile centerpiece for contemporary living spaces.