by Josh Kelley | Feb 28, 2020 | Fireplaces
So, you’re gearing up to get a cozy fire going on a cold winter evening, but find yourself disappointed when things aren’t operating as efficiently as you hoped. So, what’s the problem? Well, it could be a number of things, but the way you approach the fire-building...
by Josh Kelley | Jan 18, 2017 | Firewood
With all the different fuel options out there, knowing which to choose can be difficult. If you own a wood-burning fireplace, you should only be burning wood in your appliance… That means no garbage, paper plates, plastic cups, or anything similar! Not only will this...
by Josh Kelley | Feb 12, 2016 | Firewood, heating efficiency
When it comes to getting the most out of your fireplace, the kind of firewood you use makes a big difference. While buying the cheapest wood you can find, burning wood materials you have around the house, or using freshly cut logs might seem like money saving or...
by Josh Kelley | Oct 27, 2015 | Chimney Creosote, Firewood
Many homeowners assume they can burn any type of wood in their fireplace. Why some woods have more heating efficiency than others, it is most important to get dry seasoned wood to burn in your fireplace. Seasoned firewood burns both hotter and cleaner and will keep...
by Josh Kelley | Dec 28, 2013 | chimney maintenance, fire safety
In scientific terms, your chimney is what’s referred to as a negative pressure system. When it’s full of hot air, it actually pulls air through the firebox; this pulling action is what’s called draft. The simplest way to increase the draft in your chimney is to burn...
