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Electric fireplaces are the perfect way to warm your home while offering the look and feel of a real fire. Though electric fireplaces do not produce real flames, they do produce heat.  How do electric fireplaces work? Electric fireplaces use an electrical supply to power a heating element and blower to warm the room and … Continue reading "Electric Fireplace Guide"

The warmth of your fireplace creates an inviting atmosphere. To keep the hearth alive, you will want to make sure you are maintaining your fireplace correctly. Most gas fireplaces come with a standing pilot light. You may wonder what a pilot light does if you should turn it off during warmer months and more. Knowing … Continue reading "Do I Turn Off My Fireplace Pilot Light?"

Depending on the season, power failures can cause your home to get cold fast. Standard household heating requires power to function properly. During the next power outage, ensure your family stays warm. Nearly 50% of households are not prepped for long-standing power outages. It’s important to have an emergency supply kit for your family safe … Continue reading "Does my Fireplace Work if the Power Goes Out?"

Finally! After waiting for some time, your outdoor fireplace is finally installed. The attractive addition to your patio can now create a warm and welcoming atmosphere outside! Before inviting some friends over to enjoy the warmth, make sure to review our tips for safe use for outdoor fireplaces near you. Use a Fireplace Screen Fireplace … Continue reading "Outdoor Fireplace Safety Tips"

Outdoor fireplaces can create a warm and welcoming feeling while adding value to your property. That is why they are a popular option for updating or designing outdoor living areas. However, before purchasing your outdoor fireplace, there are some things you will need to consider. Ed’s Woodshed has put together some tips on what you … Continue reading "Installing an Outdoor Fireplace"

The warmth of your fireplace adds this welcoming feel to your home that?s nowhere but there. You want to keep that focal point up-to-date and look as fresh as possible to keep the area alive and warm. With a little creativity paired with some hard work, you can change the look of your fireplace on … Continue reading "Upgrading an Outdated Fireplace"

It?s time to deck your halls! As we get closer to the most wonderful time of the year, you?ll be wondering about ways to get in the holiday spirit. Your fireplace mantel is a great place to start when decorating for the holidays. It?s a small space with tons of potential. Starting simple with a … Continue reading "Decorating Your Mantel for the Holidays"

As we turn the clocks back and head into the cold of winter, you?ll want to think about gas fireplace inserts for your Pittsburgh home. The roaring fire warms your home from the inside out. You may be considering converting an existing wood burning fireplace to a gas fireplace. Converting to a gas fireplace is … Continue reading "Converting a Wood Fireplace to a Gas Fireplace"

As the days get colder, it?s time to start thinking about preparing your fireplace for the winter. The warm hearth is the heart of the home as it offers a cozy ambiance when the snow falls. Before using your fireplace, you will want to make sure it is safe as fireplaces are related to 42% … Continue reading "Winterizing Your Fireplace"

The ambiance of your fireplace is often the focal point of your home. The inviting warmth of the radiating hearth cannot be replicated. To keep that welcoming atmosphere alive, you will want to clean your fireplace insert at least once a year or more often if you frequently light fires.  By cleaning your fireplace insert, … Continue reading "Cleaning Your Fireplace Insert"