An outdoor fireplace can be an attractive upgrade to your backyard or terrace—and even increase the value of your home. But installing one can be a big undertaking, and getting advice from ...

The comfort of a flame remains timeless, but a newer approach to home fireplaces is turning heads thanks to easier upkeep and ...

Q: With natural gas prices so high, I want to install an efficient wood-burning fireplace to help heat my home. I have an open masonry one, but it does not heat well. What kind of fireplace should I ...

When it comes to establishing a cozy space to gather and relax, the presence of a wood-burning fireplace is unmatched. It feels like you are enjoying the serenity of the woods while in the comfort of ...

Dear James: It’s a mess carrying firewood indoors, so I want to modernize my old brick fireplace with one that uses gas logs. Are there any tips on how to do this project myself? — Kathy H. Dear Kathy ...

Although considered by most to be a low-cost method of heating a room, traditional, open-masonry fireplaces create the reverse affect on the rest of your home. (Staff-Shot) Q. I am renovating my home ...