If you want to say goodbye to your fireplace, but aren't sure how, our architects have all the advice you need ...

Homes with fireplaces offer warmth and appeal, but dated details can put a damper on the overall aesthetic. Consider what decorative pieces on the mantel you can update. Look at the tile or brick ...

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Place the rocks in an old strainer and rinse them with cold water. Vacuum any dirt, dust, or debris from the firebox floor.

Q: I plan to set up a gas stove in a fireplace built in 1800. But the floor of the fireplace has an ugly black area, I think from creosote that washed down the chimney when it rained. How do I remove ...

With temperatures dipping into the 40s each night, it feels like time for a cozy fire in the evening. But first, you need to get rid of last winter's ashes. Using a shop vac is risky business. Even ...