How to Clean Glass Fireplace Door with Ash

By |April 10th, 2013|Fireplace and Chimney Maintenance, Using Your Fireplace|

Every winter your fireplace produces buckets of ashes, which you probably just throw out. Why not put some of those ashes to use?  You can make an effective and free cleaner out of them to remove the soot from and clean glass fireplace doors. Here’s how to clean glass fireplace doors with ash: Make sure

Why doesn’t Easter Bunny use the Chimney

By |March 25th, 2013|Holidays|

Who doesn't love the antics of the Easter Bunny. That lovable little guy running around hiding eggs for delighted children to find, the magic he leaves behind rivaled only by his winter counterpart, Santa. But how did it come to pass that Santa gets to come down the chimney while our little Easter friend has the task of

Children and Fire Pits: Safety Essentials

By |March 24th, 2013|Safety, Using Your Fireplace|

Fire pits and other outdoor fireplaces are wonderful settings for family time! Away from electronic interrupters and nestled around the flames, outdoor fires make memorable experiences for family and friends. However, fire pits and fire bowls produce temperatures that can result in burns. Therefore, as with all things involving children, maintaining a safe environment is

5 Reasons Get Firewood in Spring

By |March 7th, 2013|Using Your Fireplace|

As the weather warms, many are delighted that the worst of winter fuel bills are ending. Smart consumers, however, are doing more than heaving a sigh of relief; they are getting a step ahead of next winter's fuel costs by buying or gathering firewood now to use in their fireplaces and woodstoves next winter. With

Summer Decorating Ideas for Your Fireplace

By |March 4th, 2013|Decorating|

It is easy enough to make a wood-burning fireplace an interesting focal point in the winter when it glows with an inviting warm fire. But once hot weather rolls around, a fireplace often seems like just a dark, empty space. Fireplace Summer Decorating Ideas Even when not in use, a fireplace remains a focal point

Win a Leprechaun's Pot o' Gold!

By |February 22nd, 2013|Decorating, Holidays|

In honor of St. Patrick’s day we’re giving away this leprechaun’s pot of gold! Leprechauns and leprechaun pot of gold are essential parts of St. Patrick's Day. When not holding gold at the end of a rainbow, this handcrafted copper cauldron is perfect for storing fatwood by your fireplace’s hearth, chilling a bottle of wine,

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