Enjoying a cup of tea by a warm fire sounds like heaven on cold winter nights, but should you turn off your home's central heating while the fireplace is lit? It might seem like a common-sense ...

Schedule a technician for a wood-burning fireplace before winter. Remove nearby flammable items and add a screen. A gas fireplace needs a pre-winter pro visit, too. The technician cleans the unit and ...

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A fireplace can warm a home quite nicely on a cold night, and bring a bit of added atmosphere to the holiday season. But keep in mind a few safety reminders about what type of materials to burn in ...

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Dear Jim: I always buy firewood to use in my open fireplace. I burn it just for ambiance, not really for heat. I thought about using fireplace logs instead. Are they as efficient and as good for the ...

Learn how to enjoy a cozy fire while keeping the rest of your home at a comfortable temperature. Enjoying a cup of tea by a warm fire sounds like heaven on cold winter nights, but should you turn off ...