Articles tagged: Wood stoves
<< previous page 1 next page>> written by Lynn Bulmer Having regular maintenance on all chimneys will be an added feature when you are in a position to sell your home. Buyers will know that not only can they enjoy the warmth and ambiance of a fireplace, they will can be sure their home is safe from fire or other dangers, such as carbon monoxide poisoning. written by RE Writer This higher efficiency is ironically a by-product of the tighter controls on emissions, but at the same time, it means that in two seasons of wood burning, the higher cost of the EPA stove will have paid for itself. Also, when fires burn more efficiently, you can be assured that you're getting the full worth of the fuel you've bought or cut. written by Nelson Stewart A fireplace is usually the focal point of a room, but all too often it is the last area of the house to be updated. Old outdated brick from the 70's with dark mortar joints go a long way to dating your home's decor. Modernizing a fireplace does not have to be a major renovation, and there are plenty of small improvements you can make to bring it up to date. written by Amit Chakraborty Many will swear by the old-fashioned appeal of wood stoves when it comes to heating their homes. There is nothing like the smell of wood burning, and the crackling of the fire adds a touch of romance to the atmosphere. With the rising costs of most other heating sources, more people are turning to wood stoves every day simply to save money. written by Amit Chakraborty Wood stoves are excellent for a number of reasons. First, they provide heat at a much lower cost. Second, they will help keep maintenance costs of the chimney down when properly set up. Finally, they are extremely flexible. Wood stoves can be placed almost anywhere in your home – as long as you remember a few simple rules. written by Jonathan Blocker A soapstone woodstove, if properly cared for, will serve your comfort needs throughout your lifetime as well as those of your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. One of the secrets of a soapstone woodstove’s durability is the fact that soapstone itself is completely non-reactive. Should you spill something on a soapstone surface, cleanup is a simple matter. written by Jonathan Blocker One of the marvelous characteristics of soapstone is its ability to blend in with virtually any type of décor, whether it is Early American, Victorian, Art-Deco or contemporary. In fact, there are soapstone stoves that have been used on a regular basis since the 19th century. << previous page 1 next page>> |