Fireplaces & Stoves

Deciding for your wood burning fireplace inserts

Wood burning fireplace inserts can be defined as units made from stone or other substances that are designed to be placed into a fireplace that is old or not very efficient. The fire inserts lower pollution in the air, heighten energy efficiency and increase the output of warming your living area. Although they may not be cheap, fireplace inserts are less expensive as...

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Refurbish or Rebuild- What to Do With Older Fireplaces:

Fireplaces can be inefficient means of heating a home.  Installing wood burning fireplace inserts can make the difference between a cold and drafty home and a warm a cozy nest.   Fireplace inserts are just the beginning of the list of items that can make a heating system more efficient.  A smoothwall stainless steel chimney liner or one of the flexible chimney liner...

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Working With Historical Homes Does Not Have to be a Nightmare:

Buying a historical home can be a dream come true and then become a nightmare when repairs must be done.  There are often restrictions on how historical homes can be repaired and the type of products that can be used.  Homes that are lived in are somewhat easier but finding a partner within the industry is a great resource. Fireside Chimney Supply...

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Fireplace Options:

Understanding how to renovate, repair or replace a fireplace is essential information for existing homeowners or people who are thinking about purchasing a home that has an existing fireplace.  A fireplace consists of the actual fireplace, a flue, a chimney and chase covers.   Reasons to repair or replace a fireplace are primarily safety related.  Wood burning fireplace inserts are a modern answer...

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Remodeling a fireplace:

A fireplace for all intents and purposes is made up of the actual fireplace, a flue, a chimney and a chase cover.   The flue connects the fireplace to the chimney and contains an adjustable closure that allows for increased or decreased airflow.  Chase covers are the caps that sit on top of the chimney and often contain a spark arrestor; however, their...

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