Reviews of Electric Fireplaces
I was wanting to know if any of you have ever used an electric heater that looks like a stove/fireplace for heating a room or two? I was interested in getting one, but I wanted to check with you all first and see if it would be worth it.
Storing Firewood To Make It Last
After reading the tip for buying firewood, I wanted to remind you how to keep the firewood "from going bad". The wood needs to be elevated off the ground and kept covered.
What To Do With Large Brick Fireplace
I need to know what to do with my very large fireplace. It is bricked from ceiling to floor, 10 ft. wide.
My wife and I are considering having a fireplace installed in our 650 square feet room in the basement, even so the house is well central heated. My wife wants the glow that the fireplace produces, but we are unable to decide whether to have an electric or gas fireplace. My wife is also concerned about fumes produced by gas.
Building A Ceramic Underlay For Stove
I want to build a ceramic underlay for an airtight stove that I purchased. I've never done ceramic tiles before, so could use some good help. Also, can I lay the tile on top of laminate flooring?
Turning a Fireplace Into a Cabinet or Storage Area
Turning a Fireplace Into a Cabinet or Storage Area. I have a fireplace and even though we don't use it (for health reasons) I would still like to use the 'space'. . .
Get Firewood Now, Don't Wait for Winter
You can save money on firewood by getting it in early summer and late spring. For starters, you pay a premium the closer you get to cold weather. And, you don't have to limit yourself to buying firewood that is completely dry, it will cure over the summer months and be ready to burn when you need it.
I need help cleaning rust and dirt from my fisher wood stove. I use it all winter and it needs to have its appearance cleaned up. I hope you can help me.
When I discovered this white powder (don't know what it is?) on the inside wall of my brick fireplace I took a closer look and there seemed to be condensation. The fireplace is on an exterior wall.We have been experience a bit of rain lately. Could this be the cause of the white powder?
Using a Chimney Balloon (Chimney Pillow)
Has anyone used a Chimney Balloon (Chimney Pillow) to stop a draft from a fireplace? My brick fireplace is not being used - only on special occasions - and I want to prevent the outside (cooler) air from entering home when the flue is closed.
Making Color Fireplace Logs and Rocks
Does any one know how to make color fireplace logs or rocks?
Draft Booster for a Wood Stove
I am looking for information on making a draft booster for a wood stove. Is there someone that has information on how to make one?
I was wondering if anyone had any feedback on those Chimney sweep logs? Do they work?
I am looking for a draft inducer for a wood stove, homemade or other.
I am looking for a cleaner to shine hearth tile around a fireplace.
Homemade Wood Stove Draft Inducer
Does anyone know how to make up a draft inducer for a wood burning stove to help keep smoke from coming into room when you feed the stove?
Does anyone know if we can line our own chimney?
If you run out of fireplace matches, long matches that are useful or starting fires or lighting pilot lights, use a long piece of spaghetti. Just light the spaghetti and use it as a match. Also works for lighting candles that have wicks that are tough to reach (like birthday candles).
Chimney Cleaning and Inspection
If you have a wood-burning fireplace you need to have the chimney cleaned and inspected yearly. Also only burn fully dried hard woods to produce the most heat output. Having the chimney inspected is an expense, but well worth avoiding a fire!
I've decided I would like like to add a mantle above our fireplace. I have a big picture hanging there right now, but I would love to have a mantle so that I could set pictures on it and maybe make a pretty swag to hang over it. Does anyone know how to do this project? Can you nail a wood mantle into brick? Hope to hear from someone about this. Have a nice day! Kathy
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Tips for Buying, Storing, and Burning Firewood
When the weather turns cold, fireplaces and wood burning stoves are a great way to provide our homes with an additional source of heat and a warm and cozy atmosphere. Before you buy your supply firewood for the upcoming season, here are a few things to consider.
