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

I have a fireplace, a cord of split, seasoned wood, and a cold family. So I make a lot of fires. But, for me, nothing about a fire is ever consistent—not the tinder or kindling or logs. So, I always ...

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

Before starting a fire, open the fireplace damper so smoke can properly exit through the chimney. Use kiln-dried firewood for the cleanest burn and least chimney build-up. Kindling lights quickly, but ...

As Southern California recovers from scorching heat, some of us may find it hard to believe that fall is only a week away. Others, however, already have their sights set on building or sprucing up ...

There are plenty of things to consider when purchasing fireplace accessories. Among them are, do you want accessories that are primarily practical or both decorative and practical?; Do you need to ...

SAN ANTONIO – A defective fireplace was the cause of a house fire on the city’s South Side early Monday morning, the San Antonio Fire Department said. The fire was called in around 1 a.m. at a home in ...