Your fireplace is a cozy spot that adds warmth and charm to your home, especially during colder months. But what you place on ...

Plastics should never be placed in a fire, including household plastics such as plastic cups or bubble wrap. “Burning plastic ...

Mary Catherine Scott is a journalist, copywriter, and blogger based in Asheville, North Carolina. Our home has an unusual feature—one that’s become one of my favorite things about the space. At the ...

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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 ...

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