Author: Heather

A wood-burning fireplace offers its own type of ambiance and style. It represents a beautiful addition to a home. Still, it is important to maintain it properly to keep it clean and in optimum working conditions. By doing so, you can preserve the unit's value...

Gas fireplace inserts function similarly to a standard gas fireplace except that they are installed inside of an already-in-place fireplace. When the firebox inside a factory-built fireplace is no longer usable, or if you want to revamp a masonry wood-burning fireplace, installing a fireplace insert...

Fireplace inserts are popular. They are also individualistic, catering to differing tastes. It is possible to purchase electric or gas inserts – both capable of providing the enduringly comforting illusion of a crackling fire. However, whether it is a gas or electric fireplace insert you...

When replacing existing fireplaces, homeowners now have various options. Fireplace inserts are the most common means of revamping an old fireplace. While gas fireplace inserts remain popular, many individuals are now considering the benefits of an electric fireplace insert. For existing fireplace replacements, this is...

When it comes to updating your home, include your fireplace? One option is a direct vent fireplace insert. Suitable for any home style, these fireplaces are both fashionable and practical. Inserts are prefabricated components placed within an existing fireplace to convert it into a gas-burning fireplace....

Advancements in fireplace technology have made today’s gas burning fireplaces burn cleaner and safer than ever before. Provided you follow some simple safety protocols, a properly maintained gas burning fireplace should function safely and effectively for years to come. If you are in the market...

As you introduce a new tiny family member to your home, there are numerous adjustments to be made to keep your spaces “safe” for your child. Though baby proofing your entire house is not an invitation to let your baby roam free, some simple proactive...

Even when built with robust, heat-resistant materials, logs in a gas fireplace insert may eventually need to be replaced. Though it is very unlikely your logs will become brittle or break, it is possible for burn marks and fading to occur within the first 3-5...