Throughout history, woodstove technology has developed to heat homes, but not all of it has been equally clean and efficient. Here we take a look at how cordwood-fueled stoves have progressed over the ...

Oregonians are lighting up their fireplaces and stoves again as colder, wetter weather returns, and they'll have to do their part to keep their smoke from contributing to air quality problems. Burning ...

Fireplaces are a surefire method (no pun intended) for upgrading any room. The warm glow and cozy heat instantly increase ambiance and comfort, whether in your living room, bedroom or den. However, as ...

Q: We enjoy our wood-burning fireplace but have read that these fireplaces waste a lot of heat. We are considering a gas burner in the fireplace. What is the best option? A: You are correct about wood ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

WHEN FAMILIES GATHER around the fire this holiday season, the odds are better than ever that no real kindling will be involved. Due to concerns about health and air quality, regulations against ...

Homeowners may wonder how a wood-burning fireplace differs from a gas fireplace. Well, both heat your home, but their similarities mostly end there. A wood-burning fireplace offers a rich, crackling ...

Wood-burning stoves are a popular source of heating in many countries. However in recent years there has been much debate about the potential negative health effects associated with wood smoke. A ...

Although considered by most to be a low-cost method of heating a room, traditional, open-masonry fireplaces create the reverse affect on the rest of your home. (Staff-Shot) Q. I am renovating my home ...