by Joe Shear | Oct 10, 2016 | Fireplace Maintenance
October brings to mind many familiar sights and sounds: showers of falling leaves, squirrels collecting acorns, Friday-night football contests, ghosts and goblins — and the welcome warmth and atmosphere of a fireplace or hearth. With that in mind, the Hearth, Patio...
by Joe Shear | Jun 23, 2014 | Energy-efficient, Fireplace Information, Heating Options
Does it take you forever to get that fire started? Are you having trouble keeping your fire alive and burning bright? If you answered yes, then you should know more about the science of combustion.
by Joe Shear | May 23, 2014 | Fireplace Accessories
A fireplace can easily become the focal point of your room, and a fireplace screen or spark guard can be an important part of that, as it can add a decorative touch to the room while at the same time isolating the fire or heat source from the rest of your home. Since...
by Joe Shear | Mar 24, 2014 | Maintenance
When shopping, one of the best parts is adding accessories. This can be the extra feature on your new car or truck, or the perfect pair of shoes with your outfit. Your fireplace also has add-ons to choose from that can help you safely (and fashionably) maintain your...