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Gingerbread is synonymous with holidays. Learning how to make a gingerbread house is actually much easier than it appears as long as you have the right tools and a good lesson plan. Follow these...
Heating your home using firewood can be done. Personally, this is our third year heating exclusively with wood. With the cost of propane or natural gas going through the roof (literally!),...
As you feel that nip in the air, there is no mistaking that winter is just around the corner. However, before you grab that mug of cocoa and curl up next to the fire, you’ll need to get your...
In the spring and summer birds look for new homes to build their nests, lay their eggs and raise their young. Unfortunately sometimes their new home is inside your chimney. It’s a perfect place...
A clean fireplace and chimney is your best defense against a dangerous chimney fire.
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....
Squirrels can wreak havoc if they find their way into your house. While many squirrels use existing openings or holes to enter your home, they are capable of chewing through wood and can cause...
Sometimes we need a little something to give a certain spot some zing! I needed to put a candle on my porch for when guests come after dark and I want a little extra light. I put this candlescape...
Glass fireplace doors are common with wood burning fireplaces. The doors keep the mess in and pets and children out. Let’s learn how to use your fireplace doors when your ready to enjoy an...
Stopping cold air from coming in the fireplace can seem difficult if not impossible. Fireplaces are made for warmth, yet when not lit can be a source for drafts. Fortunately, there is a cheap...
It doesn't take a chimney cleaning company to clean a fireplace chimney. What it does take is a little time, a few tools and careful footing.
A Fireplace is both a beautiful focal point in a room and a money saving energy source for cold weather. A fireplace is a great place to curl up in front of on a cold winter night. In order to...
Chimney Rock Park also called Nature’s Wonderland, is located in North Carolina. It should be called “Hikers Wonderland” as the beauty of it all makes one think of it more as a stroll through...
Easy ways to supercharge your charcoal and get your barbecue fired up quicker than you can say, "Likity split." Pay attention, because your friends and family will probably taunt you for...
Though the foundation of a fire ' and the wood used ' is very important, so is your choice of fire starter. And instead of buying the waxy blocks sold in stores, you can make your own. A fire...
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...
It's that time of the year again. It's winter. If you are an optimist, you picture winter as a time to snuggle in front of the fire and sip hot cocoa. If you are a pessimist, you see winter as a...
If you want to salvage an old fireplace, consider installing a fireplace insert. The fireplace itself is a ready made hole making installation relatively easy. Best of all, an insert produces more...
A Firebreak prevents a chimney fire from being sucked into your attic and burning your house down. It's a component of a chimney kit which vents smoke and combustion debris outside from a...
Learn how to use a fireplace safely, and you could save a life. Approximately 1.6 million accidental fires burned in 2007, and most fire-related deaths occurred in households. These dangers need...
Every fall and winter, we hide in our homes when the wind picks up and the rain falls down. To keep you and your home safe from the nasty weather, there are a few basic steps you should perform to...
Even as early as the end of August and beginning of September, it's unfortunately time to start getting your home ready for winter (or at least start thinking about it). The good news is, if you...
Promptly fixing any problems with your wood-burning stove is essential for your personal safety. It also maximizes energy efficiency and minimizes air pollution.
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Carbon monoxide can be produce by a different number of sources, including furnaces for heating, wood stoves, fireplaces, a clogged chimney or improper venting in your garage. Symptoms of carbon...
Imagine that it’s a crisp autumn night and you’re settling in with your loved one for a nice romantic evening. You are snuggling on the rug, wine glasses in hand, in front of a glowing fire. The...
You'll learn how to simply and efficiently cool a room, tent, cabin, garage, home, etc.
You want to build a chimney but you have NO idea who to ask or what books to read, so you did what most people do and look on line. If you found this page, you are lucky. It will tell you EXACTLY...
As winter approaches, we look forward to a cozy home with a fireplace burning brightly. No matter if you're burning fake logs or real wood, many hazards are associated with fireplaces. Keep your...
There are many things to keep in mind when using the barbeque grill. When grilling, there are many safety issues from the flame, to the type of grill you are using, and also the safety of the...
Tuna steaks are a great alternative to other seafoods and beef steaks. They can be cooked very rare and served in a variety of styles. Depending on your preference or convenience, you can grill...
It’s that time to start getting your home ready for the winter and at the same time possibly save money on energy cost. We all know that turning off your lights and lowering your thermostat will...
With the cost of fuel rising, more and more people are making the switch to heating their homes the old fashioned way...with wood. If you have a fireplace in your home and are considering using it...
Sitting by the fireplace to warm your toes, or get romantic with your sweetheart, or just to breathe in the crisp aroma and feel that wonderful, relaxing feeling that accompanies watching...
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...
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,...
Summer is here and its time to start cooking outside. One of the best ways to cook is to use an outdoor smoker. An outdoor smoker allows you to cook low and slow meats and impart a fantastic flavor.
Anyone with any experience knows that raccoons look cute but are very mean and dangerous. If you live in an area where raccoons are prevalent, you will want to discourage raccoons from nesting...
Stay warm and toasty with a safe, secure and smart fire in your home.
Avoid extensive, costly damage to a masonry chimney. Maintain the mortar joints by tuck-pointing (repointing) them, and make sure the chimney crown remains sealed against water.
A fireplace easily can bring cold drafts into you home. There are several ways to plug fireplace drafts, but many are not fully effective. Follow these directions to successfully block that cold...
Sales appeal can be your best friend, or worst enemy. Realtors today do drive by’s first checking curb appeal for their clients before introducing the property to them. Follow these tips in How...
Maintaining your fireplace and chimney can preserve the value of your home and prevent fires or other malfunctions. Calculating the cost of a new chimney can save you time and money when looking...
Many Americans will be purchasing firewood for the winter for the first time this year. The cost of heating a home is one of many worries homeowners will face in this economy. If you use your...
Flue fires can be like volcanoes, with sparks and hunks of burning creosote shooting out of the chimney. The real danger is that this fire can spread to the rest of the house through the walls or...
This how to will walk you through starting a fire in your wood stove.
So you know how to light an oil lamp, but do you know how to care for one? Find out how!
Those that live in regions where it gets cold are probably familiar with the warmth and comfort a fireplace can offer. Lying in front of a warm fireplace can be an incredibly relaxing and cozy...
The fireplace in your home is a source of relaxation and warm for you and your loved ones. The fireplace should be safe, properly maintained, uncluttered, and good for the environment. This...
Learn how to visually inspect a fireplace to insure it's overall condition, performance and functionality.
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