Fireplaces

Ever wanted a gas fireplace remote control because you didn't want to get up to turn your gas fireplace on or turn the heat down after you've woken up in the middle of the night? Well look no...

When my husband and I build an addition on our house five years ago, we wanted a wood fireplace as a backup heat source. Quite a few homeowners and construction professionals advised against it...

For those who like to Barbecue with your favorite hardwood fuel, you can't beat a fuel oil tank recreated into a great barbecue/smoker/grill.

Lighting a good fire in your home fireplace can be a fun and relaxing experience, as long as you do it right. Otherwise you risk the frustration of spending all your time trying to get your fire...

Although working with a gas fireplace may make you nervous, it is relatively easy to ignite the pilot flame and then adjust the level of flame (and heat) from your fireplace. In the coming winter,...

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Brick fireplaces are cozy and warm and were popular in homes in the mid to late 60’s. However, today’s modern décor calls for a more updated look. Here are some tips on how to turn your...

Many homes have these simple fire places in them. With a little imagination it can be transformed into something really elegant. A little wood, texture, trim and paint can make a huge...

Sitting by a cozy fireplace with your family watching log burning fires is a relaxing way to end the day. Listening to a popping, crackling fire, watching the glowing embers, and trying to name...

You always wanted steps that were not slippery and looked beautifu! The total cost for this project was $1200.00 and that included a 640 square foot patio in the front, where the old porch used to...

A ventless fireplace is a great addition to your master bedroom for ambiance or in the basement or add-on room for warmth. The best part is, you don't have to worry about cutting holes in the...

It is very common for most people to ask other people’s help to install any new devices they found at a store and decided to take them home. Just like fireplace doors. It may look a bit tricky...

Buying a ton of wood pellets for your wood pellet stove is cheaper than running out and buying per bag if you're relying on that stove for heat. This year think about getting a ton or half ton of...

When adding a fireplace in your old home or building one in your new home, you might want to consider making sure your fireplace is pretty but also efficient. I spent 20 years in an electronic...

The last house I owned had an ugly brick fireplace right in the center of the great room. Since the idea was to modernize the house, the old fashioned brick just didn't fit in. After researching...

One of the most daunting and important decisions to make while remodeling or building your house is finding the right contractor. After all you are about to give someone your hard earned money.

Having a broken or loose brick in your fireplace is not safe. Smoke can escape into the home while the fireplace is in use. Check your fireplace bricks during the summer to make sure they are all...

A Mantle great in nature but relatively easy to make. Just requires the lumber, screws or nails, stain, sandpaper,a saw and some effort. Depending on the size you may need help with installation....

If you want to put a mantel over your electric fireplace insert, but don't want to spend a lot of money on it, consider making your own fireplace mantel. Making your own fireplace mantel is easier...

A fire pit can be a cozy place to relax or a great place to grill. If you want to sit back and relax or cook dinner outside to give your kitchen appliances a break then this is a project for you.

A wood burning fireplace can bring warmth and comfort into your home. Proper installation is very important when installing a wood burning fireplace. With hard work and preparation, you can have a...

Increase the efficiency of your fireplace with a blower. This is a simple principal that will really heat up your room.

Is your fireplace wide open without fireplace doors or a fireplace screen? If so, you should consider installing fireplace doors. Fireplace doors help to reduce the amount of warm air that is lost...

This is a very innovative article on how to make and install a fireplace burner. Keep on reading to get more insider information on it.

A wood burning fireplace is not only a romantic way to enjoy the winter season but is also a very functional way in keeping your house warm. It also works extremely well in keeping costs down...

Although wood burning fireplaces aren’t all that efficient when it comes to heating an entire home, they are a nice amenity to have when you want to curl up to a fire on a cold winter night....

This is almost so simple it's embarrassing.

If you have a wood burning fireplace and haven't used it yet, you're missing out on a wonderful asset to your house. Fireplaces are convenient and if used properly are totally safe for the whole...

A beautiful rocked fireplace can be the crowning jewel of a beautiful room. Having this done professionally is very expensive but you can easily do it yourself! Stone veneer can be applied not...

You can create a beautiful fireplace surround with tile without it being too costly and without being an expert.

This article is designed to help you install two different types of fireplace screens

If you want to spruce up your fireplace, but don't want to spend a bundle of money buying a new mantle, consider making your own fireplace mantel instead. Making your own fireplace mantel is...

Are you tired of looking at the drab, dirty brick around your fireplace? Want to spruce it up and make it look more modern? Tiling over a brick fireplace can do wonders for the look and feel of a...

Using a wood burning fireplace is simple and can be an economical way to heat your home or create an ambient atmosphere in your home. Let the hearth in your home become the heart of your home!

Is your fireplace looking tired and outdated? Instead of just painting it, why not install tile for a fireplace surround? It only takes a few days and is definitely worth the effort. There are...

One of the nicest architectural details in any home is the fireplace. The mantle over a fire place is the place where we put our holiday decorations and photographs of our family as well as the...

A fire pit is a great addition to any backyard. All this particular fire pit design calls for is brick and an open area. It can be used to roast marshmallows, provide warmth on a late summer...

A ventless fireplace is an excellent way to improve the décor of any room in your household. However, you need to make sure as with any type of fireplace you follow the right safety...

Welcome to the wonderful world of ventless fireplaces; an excellent way to improve the décor of any room in your household with little to no installation and have the beautiful aesthetics of...

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Framing a fireplace is commonly done when using gas or electric fireplaces. This articles will cover the basic construction you need to know to frame a fireplace.

Brass fireplace screens are so yesterday. You can fix that ugly thing.

Electric fireplace inserts are designed to take the place of actual burning logs inside your fireplace while still giving you and your guests the impression of a relaxing fire. Some electric...

How do I use a wood fireplace? Is it difficult? Is it safe? Is it expensive? Using a wood fireplace is easy and safe if you follow a few simple steps. And there’s nothing more beautiful,...

Conventional wisdom has taught us to start a fire in a wood stove or fireplace by starting the fire at the bottom and letting the flames move up, igniting logs. Recently, an article in Mother...

You may be taking a look at your fireplace and wanting to install marble tile instead of the dingy looking tiles that have been there for years. It's a task suited for those with a lot of patience...

Building a chimney that will last a lifetime is not extremely hard, it's really not that time consuming. It doesn't require an engineering degree. But doing it wrong can make the difference...

There is something unspeakably soothing about a fireplace. When considered alongside the dramatic advantages in heat efficiency and home resale value, installing a fireplace may be the ideal home...

Fireplace doors provide energy savings and save you money. Leaving glowing embers in a fireplace creates a significant draft which will pull your home's warm air right out of the chimney! The...

It is the life long goal of many American families to "keep up with the Jones's". But some say, "why stop there? Why not look better?" Everyone can upgrade a custom home from...