The open fireplace is a centerpiece for those who love to entertain or cozy up on the couch on a cold rainy day. Nothing can beat the warmth, light and crackle of a fire. Open fireplaces have come a ...

Recent study shows that using open fireplaces for house warming can decrease your life-expectancy for up to 1.6 years, due to the fine particles that are emitted in the firewood combustion. These are ...

The term “home and hearth” evokes in many a vision of rosy-cheeked children snuggling with their families by a crackling fire, but proposed air pollution regulations may soon banish traditional ...

Are electric fireplaces more energy-efficient than real ones? Electric fireplaces are an efficient alternative to traditional fireplaces powered by wood or gas. They emit radiant heat and use lights ...