Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

As the temperature drops late in the year, we all start considering our heating options. Wood-burning stoves are a cozy and efficient way to heat a home. But burning wood as a heat source has nuances ...

When many people think of wood-burning stoves, the chances are that they imagine bulky cast-iron boxes, smoky chimneys and soot-blackened glass. The models that were a mainstay of old cottages and ...

It’s that time of year again when many of us dream of chestnuts roasting in an open fire, as those long winter nights draw in. Open fire places might look comforting and cosy, but what about the smoke ...

Heating with a wood stove is an appealing option for those looking to lower energy costs and embrace a more hands-on, sustainable approach. But as useful as wood stoves are, there are several common ...

DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- When it's cold outside many of us may resort to using supplemental heat like a space heater to stay warm. Fire departments don't discourage it, however, they emphatically ...