by Steve May | Jan 26, 2020 | Firewood
We are going to answer the question “What is the best firewood to burn?” by looking at it from a few different angles. First, we are going to look at it practically. Who cares if Osage Orange has the highest BTU output if you don’t have access to it?...
by Steve May | Jan 26, 2020 | Firewood
Cord Calculator: How much firewood is in my woodpile? A cord of firewood measures 4′ x 4′ x 8′ and contains 128 cubic feet. A “face cord” is 1/3 of a cord of wood, with the idea being that many folks cut their firewood into 16″...
by Steve May | Jan 23, 2020 | Chimney, Chimney Sweep, Creosote, Fireplace, Safety
Cleaning your chimney is about the safety of your home. This is why it is vitally important that you choose the right chimney sweep. Here we will objectively walk you through what to look for in a good chimney sweep, starting with doing your homework prior to making a...
by Steve May | Jan 23, 2020 | Buyer's Guide, Design Ideas, Electric Fireplaces, Fireplace, Gas Appliances
Wait! What? Are Fireplaces really different than Fireplace Inserts? It’s confusing, but yes. In this context, we are talking specifically about Gas Fireplaces or Electric Fireplaces. A Gas or Electric Fireplace refers to a factory-built, fully enclosed heating...
by Steve May | Jan 19, 2020 | Chimney, Fireplace, Inspections, Masonry, Safety
Let’s talk mortar for a little bit. You may be surprised to find there are different types of mortar we use when building or repairing a chimney or fireplace. The first thing to point out is that mortar, concrete, and cement are not the same thing. Cement is an...
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