It’s winter, and you have a huge pile of pressure-treated wood that remained after putting up your fence or assembling your deck. You are now wondering if you can burn the wood in your fire pit because the wood can absorb preservatives having undergone treatment. But before we dive in, here’s a brief definition of …
Soot from a fireplace or burning candles leaves black smoke stains on your plaster walls, the soot sticks on the wall since it’s oily and can smear when you clean it with water or other cleaning agents. For better results, start with the dry cleaning method first, followed by washing with a degreaser and white …
Gas fireplaces come in three types namely; inserts, built-ins, and log sets. Whichever gas fireplace you have installed in your home, knowing how to troubleshoot these heat producers can help you save on costly repair expenses while ensuring you make the most out of your fireplace. A number of issues with gas fireplaces are simple …
A chimney flue is essential in conveying smoke and harmful gases from your fireplace to the outdoors. However, it can be a safety risk and an energy waster if not used properly. Before lighting up that firewood, ensure the fireplace flue is open or else the smoke and gases will fill up your room. At …
If you just bought a house and are not familiar with your fireplace, you may be at pains to use it, repair or replace it? How do you go about establishing the nature of your fireplace? Inspect the fireplace The difference between a gas and wood burning fireplace can be derived from their design. Gas …
Well the answer to this question would not be a direct yes or no. While the name suggests exclusivity, the answer may be both yes or no depending on many factors such as the chimney design. If you are bothered by this question chances are you are considering using your gas fireplace with wood. Here …