Christmas is almost here, and if you are a holiday enthusiast like me, you are already thinking of ways to decorate your home. Christmas decorations look mesmerizing on the mantel— tell stories of your past and present Christmas holidays. A well-decorated mantel will naturally draw your eyes in. There are myriad ways to decorate your … Read more
Electric fireplaces are a relatively newer concept compared to wood and gas fireplaces. However, with the improvements in designs and functionality over the years, electric fireplaces have become an attractive alternative to standard fireplaces, helping keep homes warm and ambient. Electric fireplaces do away with the mess, safety risks, and high maintenance needs of a … Read more
Even with modern gas and electric fireplaces available today, wood-burning fireplaces remain popular, and it’s not hard to see why. There’s lots to love about wood-burning fireplaces, especially if yours is in excellent condition. However, not so fast; before installing a wood-burning fireplace, decide whether you can live with its limitations. This article explores the … Read more
Over the past couple of decades, gas fireplaces have become increasingly popular as they instantly elevate the ambience, warmth, and aesthetics indoors. A gas fireplace is definitely worth considering, especially if you want to do away with handling wood and starting fires. However, gas fireplaces have their set of drawbacks that could turn out to … Read more
When installing a fireplace, the expectation is a comfortable, ambient home enveloped with warmth. So, it can be a bummer if your cozy fireplace turns drafty, making what could have been a cozy, inviting room cold, chilly, and unpleasant. Aside from being a nuisance, fireplace drafts are energy sappers. Your heating systems will work harder … Read more
A well-built and maintained fireplace will serve you for many years but won’t last forever. At some point, you’ll need to repair, update, and ultimately replace the entire fireplace. You could be considering replacing your fireplace but aren’t entirely sure it’s time. So, how can you know for sure? We’ve got you covered. This guide … Read more
As you already know, your fireplace needs cleaning to maintain or improve performance, prevent fires, make inspections easier, protect your health, prevent odors, and generally keep your fireplace looking nice. Should you wing it, or are there signs to look for that indicate your fireplace is due for cleaning? Your fireplace will tell you when … Read more
Over time, your fireplace can develop lingering odors from smoke, soot, or damp logs. Luckily, there’s something you can do to fix the problem. What is the fix, you ask? A high-quality fireplace deodorizer. A stinky fireplace is unpleasant and an inconvenience. Yes, this fireplace will still keep the room warm, but the terrible smell … Read more
A fireplace is undoubtedly a great addition to any home, but the caveat is the lingering, smoky odor. That’s not all; your fireplace could also develop a musty smell. We can all agree that a smelly fireplace is unpleasant, so addressing the problem is a priority. An essential step towards having an odor-free fireplace is … Read more
Safe, environmentally friendly, clean, ultra-efficient, and convenient. A gas fireplace accords you all these perks and more. If you want an entirely new fireplace for your living room or are looking to modernize a wood-burning fireplace you already have, a gas fireplace is an excellent choice. With a gas fireplace in your living room, you … Read more