Many people choose to convert wood-burning fireplaces to gas for easier operation. Image Source When temperatures drop, a cozy fire is a balm for the soul and a quick cure for chills. Whether you want ...

correctionAn earlier version of this article incorrectly identified the National Fire Protection Association as the National Fire Protection Agency. The article has been corrected. It’s that time of ...

It’s that time of year when you might be thinking of starting your first indoor fire – if you haven’t already gotten your fireplace or wood-burning stove going. I happen to have two wood-burning ...

Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

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 ...

Welcome to our Log Cabin Project! We are building a tiny log cabin from scratch using as much material from our land as possible, entirely with hand tools, without a chainsaw. This cabin will function ...

Dear Jim: I added a blower and will use my fireplace often this year. I have had a problem getting fires started. What is the best way to lay a fire and get it started without filling the room with ...

Every winter, I get quite a few emails from readers who suffer from smoky fireplaces. Just a month ago, one of my amateur radio friends reached out to me with the same problem. After asking him some ...