When it comes to establishing a cozy space to gather and relax, the presence of a wood-burning fireplace is unmatched. It feels like you are enjoying the serenity of the woods while in the comfort of ...

Choosing the best firewood to burn in your home fireplace comes down to wood type and factors like its heat output, its dryness, its source, and, of course, cost. When you see signs for firewood for ...

Fireplace lit in a home, a table with a cup of coffee nearby - Bogdan Sonjachnyj/Shutterstock Homeowners may wonder how a wood-burning fireplace differs from a gas fireplace. Well, both heat your home ...

Consider removing the ash tree in your garden first, as it can quickly become a hazard after it dies. You can use ash wood in your fireplace. It is a good idea to plant a variety of replacement trees ...

Although considered by most to be a low-cost method of heating a room, traditional, open-masonry fireplaces create the reverse affect on the rest of your home. (Staff-Shot) Q. I am renovating my home ...

Several south coast counties restrict wood burning fireplaces, but San Diego isn’t one of them. Not yet. “Although it is not prohibited, wood burning in the home is a growing source of air pollution ...

We all love the idea of a fire. It crackles, glows, and brings people together. But we rarely stop to consider how helpful it actually is. A roaring hearth promises warmth, but much of its heat ...

Q. How much can I expect to pay to have my wood fireplace converted to gas? Our house is about 30 years old. The bottom of the fireplace looks like it’s easily accessed through the basement. The ...