Dear Jim: I always buy firewood to use in my open fireplace. I burn it just for ambiance, not really for heat. I thought about using fireplace logs instead. Are they as efficient and as good for the ...

Choosing the best firewood to burn in your home fireplace comes down to wood type and factors like its heat output, its dryness, its source, and, of course, cost. When you see signs for firewood for ...

Fireplace cleaning logs, sometimes called creosote-sweeping logs, are designed to reduce certain types of creosote buildup, the oily substance from wood, in your chimney. When burned, these logs ...

There’s nothing better than the cheerful crackle and pop sounds of a warm, wood-burning fire. But it’s important to remember ...

DEAR DESIGNER: I have a two part question about my fireplace. I don't like the gas logs that are inside. I've seen new glass options on the market. How do I know if this is something I can utilize in ...

Home fireplaces and wood stoves are quietly driving a large share of winter air pollution, even though only a small number of ...

If you have a wood fireplace, you might be tired of collecting firewood, the inefficient burning method, and the hassles of cleaning ashes. One option is to show off your DIY design chops and decorate ...

From cavemen huddling around a fire for warmth and safety to family and friends gathering for a festive event, fires and fireplaces have played a special role in human life. Wood has traditionally ...

A new report has highlighted the string of problems linked to solid fuel burning and has called for the government to step in ...