Myths can be instructive and entertaining…but they can also just be false. When making decisions for our homes, we always want to cut through myths and find the facts. Today’s edition of addressing the myths: wood stoves. Welcomed for centuries as a heating source,...
Converting a wood fireplace to a gas one is not only possible, but has become a relatively common home improvement project as people learn how convenient gas systems are to operate. While wood-burning fireplaces have a distinct charm and aesthetic that many love,...
Chimneys have been around a while, bringing the benefits of a crackling fire into homes without the accompanying smoke and gases. In that time, a number of myths have arisen related to fireplaces and chimneys. Some of these are just fun to explore – and...
Suddenly losing power is an unsettling feeling. Whether due to howling winds, storms, grid failure, or other unforeseen circumstances, losing electricity is an inconvenience at best…and a danger at worst. Thinking through how to respond when an outage occurs can...
A gas fireplace is clean, safe to operate, and offers ambiance and ease of use – so it makes sense that you’d want to enjoy its room-enhancing glow all the time. That said, your fireplace needs to be used with optimal safety as well as coziness in mind. So when...