Heating Stoves & Fireplaces

You can store firewood in a garage, but proper ventilation and stacking techniques are essential to prevent moisture buildup and pest problems. Keep firewood at least 6 inches off the…

Fire-starter squares are compressed wood fiber or wax cubes that light easily and burn long enough to ignite kindling and logs. Place one or two squares under your kindling, light…

When your fireplace not drafting properly, smoke enters your room instead of going up the chimney, creating a dangerous and unpleasant situation. The most common causes include cold air blockage…

You can control your pellet stove temperature by adjusting the thermostat setting, feed rate dial, or using the manual heat level controls found on most modern units. Most pellet stoves…

Cherry wood burns well in fireplaces and stoves, producing medium heat output with a sweet, pleasant aroma that many people love. You can expect cherry wood to burn cleanly with…

Converting a wood fireplace to gas typically costs between $3,000 to $7,000, including equipment and professional installation. The process involves installing gas lines, adding a gas log set or insert,…

Coffee ground logs are generally safe for most fireplaces and wood-burning stoves when used properly, though you should check your manufacturer’s guidelines first. These eco-friendly fire logs burn cleaner than…

A fireplace crane is a swinging metal arm that hangs cooking pots over open flames, letting you adjust height and heat for perfect hearth cooking. To use a fireplace crane…

Ventless gas fireplaces offer instant warmth and easy installation without needing a chimney or flue, but they release combustion byproducts directly into your living space. You’ll get lower upfront costs…

Wood heating typically costs $150-300 per cord and can heat 1,000-3,000 square feet, making it roughly $0.06-0.12 per therm equivalent depending on your stove efficiency and local wood prices. Compare…