I used to love my fireplace. On dreary winter days, I’d burn away the blues with a roaring fire that made the room delightfully cozy. Now I don’t feel so great, and it’s because of my grate. I’ve ...

With the soothing days of fall in front of us, it's time to consider something else besides keeping cool. While the pumpkin season may be over, apple pie and eggnog are on the horizon, and so is a ...

The fireplace was the center of the home in 18th-century America. The only warm place in a New England house was near the fire. Homes were not well-insulated, and cold wind penetrated doors, windows ...

Here’s how to dress it up and choose the tools you’ll need — before you build that first roaring fire. By Tim McKeough If you’re lucky enough to have a wood-burning fireplace, cold weather comes with ...

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