Pre-Fab Firebox vs. Masonry Fireplace

Masonry fireplaces are built of brick or stone and mortar, while pre-fabricated fireplaces include a metal chimney and firebox. There are advantages and disadvantages to both, with safety and cost foremost in the minds of most homeowners. In a nutshell, both are safe...

What To Do With A Smelly Fireplace

As the weather begins to get warm, you may notice an unpleasant smell coming from your fireplace. As the temperature and humidity rises so can the intensity of the smell. The culprit is usually creosote that has deposited in your chimney. Creosote is a natural...