We’ve recently had a wood burning stove installed in our living room. It replaced the existing open fireplace that was there when we bought the house around 6 years prior. …
Firelogs (Explained & Tested)
Firelogs can be used as an alternative to burning traditional firewood and provide some additional benefits over firewood such as ease of use. Firelogs are manufactured products and can be …
Wood Wool Firelighters (Explained & Tested)
Wood wool firelighters, also referred to as wood wool fire starters, can be a great addition to the starting of a fire in any fireplace or stove. We keep a …
Fireplace Doors (The Complete Fireplace Glass Door Guide)
Many wood burning fireplaces can be found with glass doors integrated within the opening of the fireplace. Glass fireplace doors can provide improved aesthetic looks for a fireplace and increased …
Fireplace Kindling (The Ultimate In-Depth Guide)
Kindling can be a staple component when starting any form of wood burning fire, whether it’s within a traditional open fireplace or a wood burning stove. Firewood kindling can play …
Fireplace Inserts (The Ultimate In-Depth Guide With Types Explained)
Fireplace inserts are a common way to get more out of an existing fireplace in terms of both functionality and heat output. Traditional open fireplaces are typically not very efficient, …
Fireplace Grates (The Complete Guide Including Types)
Fireplace grates can be considered as a staple component for many open wood burning fireplaces. Masonry fireplace open fires are commonly started within grates, which sit at the bottom of …
Fireplace Fireboxes (A Complete Guide)
The firebox in a fireplace can be considered as the most important part or aspect of any open wood burning fireplace. A firebox is where all fires are built and …
Fireplace Lintels (A Complete Guide With Pictures)
Fireplace lintels can be an integral part of any traditional open fireplace, in which many other types of fireplaces such as electric, gas and wood stoves can also be found …
Fireplace Mantels (An In-Depth Guide With Pictures)
Fireplace mantels can be a common feature among open fireplaces. Mantels can help to enhance a fireplace and allow it to become a focal point for a room. The area …