Dear Jim: I always buy firewood to use in my open fireplace. I burn it just for ambiance, not really for heat. I thought about using fireplace logs instead. Are they as efficient and as good for the ...

Thinking of converting a wood-burning fireplace to gas? Here’s what it costs, how long it takes, plus pros, cons, and expert tips to know before you commit.

Choosing the best firewood to burn in your home fireplace comes down to wood type and factors like its heat output, its dryness, its source, and, of course, cost. When you see signs for firewood for ...

Q: I am thinking about using artificial fireplace logs instead of messy real firewood in my open fireplace. Do they burn more efficiently and cleaner than real wood? A: No matter what type of fuel you ...

From cavemen huddling around a fire for warmth and safety to family and friends gathering for a festive event, fires and fireplaces have played a special role in human life. Wood has traditionally ...

New rules over fireplaces and log-burners have been confusing millions of homeowners, a survey suggests. As the colder weather creeps in Brits are turning up the heating or putting the fire on in ...

A new report has highlighted the string of problems linked to solid fuel burning and has called for the government to step in.