You may not use your fireplace as often when springtime's warm weather comes, but the fireplace nevertheless remains the focal point of your room. So be inspired by the variety of color schemes, arrangements and materials in these Easter mantel decorations to create your own springtime fireplace decor. Blues and White Easter Mantel Decorations Springtime
Every leprechaun needs a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. And every home or business with at least one chocolate lover needs a leprechaun's pot of gold (foil chocolate) coins to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. To make leprechaun pot of gold: Start with a cauldron. We suggest this small handcrafted copper cauldron:
On February 27, 2014 the UK's Daily Mail startled readers with the headline, "Pet Rabbit Was Sucked up Chimney after Freak Gust of Wind Turned it into a Giant Vacuum." The article goes on to explain that firefighters were called after three days, and they rescued Chloe, the family's furry pet. So, what else was
Gas fireplaces need two things to work: fuel and a means of igniting the fuel. Let’s troubleshoot these two critical elements if your gas fireplace will not ignite. Check Fuel Supply If Gas Fireplace Will Not Ignite If your gas fireplace won’t light when you turn it on, check the fuel supply. Is the gas
Not being able to open your throat damper makes your fireplace unusable. If you light a fire, smoke will flow out of the fireplace into the room, if the damper is closed. It’s not unusual to find that the handle that opens and closes the damper is stuck. (If the damper handle is not stuck,
As you watch the 2014 Olympics, safe and warm in front of your fireplace as the athletes perform amazing feats on freezing cold ice and snow, enjoy this 2014 Olympics trivia. Keep track of how many you get correct, so you will know if you earned a gold, silver or bronze medal (or if you
A throat damper is a metal door located above the firebox, but below the flue pipe. (See a diagram of the parts of a chimney here.) When the damper is closed, it slows the loss of heat that would otherwise go up the chimney. When it is open, it allows smoke and exhaust gases from
Do-It-Yourself Gas Fireplace Safety Tests Before you turn on your gas fireplace for the first fire of the season, have it serviced by a certified chimney sweep or other gas product professional certified to work with gas fireplaces. You will need a professional who knows the relevant regulations of your local jurisdiction. There are some
For a retro experience, tasty snack and memorable experience, try popping corn in your fireplace. You can make popcorn in the microwave or on the stove top, but gathering around the fireplace to pop and eat this favorite treat is a warmer, more intimate experience. Even the waiting is more fun. While one of the
