Posts Tagged ‘Wood Fireplace’

What is the required distance between a stand-alone fireplace and a heat shield panel?

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
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John D. questioned:


I am installing a vintage 1950s stand-alone Majestic wood burning fireplace. I want to be sure that I have a safe distance between the heat shield and the fireplace. The fire place is going into a corner with concrete dry wall. Any suggestions?

Thank you.

Melvin

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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 often should I have my fireplace and chimney cleaned out?

Thursday, April 19th, 2007
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Damn™It Marla Singer questioned:


I had it done in December. It’s a wood burning fireplace. I do not use it as a primary source of heating. It’s really for aesthetic purposes only. Should I get it cleaned once a year?

Antonio
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