Experts explain how to enjoy your fireplace safely this winter and protect yourself from indoor air pollutants.

Wood heat is one of the few home comforts that still feels elemental–but it rewards discipline. Treat chimney cleaning and ...

When kids, pets, or grandparents are staying with you, it's not a bad idea to ensure your fireplace is as safe as possible.

Preparing a fireplace for winter weather ensures both safety and efficiency. There's nothing quite like the warmth and ambiance of a fireplace during the winter, but it's important to prioritize its ...

Don't risk an unsafe wood-burning fireplace! Learn how many fires you can have between cleanings and the tools and techniques ...

A person carefully places a piece of wood into a lit fireplace - Anastasiia Krivenok/Getty Images Sometimes there's nothing quite as cozy as curling up in your favorite lounge chair next to the warm ...

Fireplaces might be an aesthetic, a comfort or a necessity for people during the winter months. Whatever their purpose, they should be used with care, and the Modesto Fire Department already has seen ...

Experts at a 40-year-old family chimney sweeping business are emphasizing the importance of prioritizing chimney maintenance this winter season. “In the winter," Arlene Winn of San Luis Obispo said, ...

HOUSTON — With a hard freeze expected in the Houston area next week, many are going to be doing their best to stay warm. By Monday and Tuesday mornings next week, we could see temperatures in the city ...

NCR, people turn to fireplaces and traditional stoves to stay warm. In rural areas and smaller homes, this remains one of the most affordable heating options. However, the same fireplace that provides ...

Fire and home safety experts say that lighting a fire in a decorated fireplace is actually one of the more dangerous things you can do this holiday season.

Which fireplace door is best? In spite of today’s modern conveniences, the timeless warmth of a flickering fireplace is a hallmark of the winter season. From lovers of the outdoors to city dwellers ...