Archive for October, 2007

Why does the wood in our fireplace not burn all the way?

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2007
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wawawebis questioned:


We bought some wood that is “hardwood” – I reckon it is mostly very hard cherry. It is dried, some might be still cut from this year though. When we burn it, it looks nice for awhile then it burns out and leaves logs that are just charred and black. Why? What should we do? Do we need to mix in other types of less hard wood or something? What is the way to get the best use of our firewood…obviously this is our first fireplace so any excellent tips are welcome.

Victoria
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How do I open my fireplace up for the first time and tips on using it properly?

Saturday, October 13th, 2007
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lisalou questioned:


We have lived in our house for some time now but never used the fireplace. In fact, the fireplace has never been used before. I don’t want to burn my house down. I have never been very excellent at building fires. What things do I need? Thanks!

Frank
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How do I tone down Peach Brick Fireplace with pant and decor?

Saturday, October 13th, 2007
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karl k questioned:


I have a Peach brick fireplace in my new home and I despise it! it is a pretty fireplace, but it’s peach. How do I bring out the browns, and creams in the brick and tone down the peach?

Veronica
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How hard is it to install a Fireplace where there wasn’t one?

Monday, October 1st, 2007
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It’s Just Me questioned:


The house we bought does not have a fireplace and I desperately want one. I’ve looked at Electric ones but want to consider putting in an actual woodburning fireplace. Is this hard? Expensive?

Ashley
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