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| Preventing Home Fires | Updated: 10/11/2007 |
| As the chillier temperatures move in, now's the time to prepare
your home for the colder weather. But as we flip on the heater and
start up the fireplace, the risk of house fires go up.
It's a nightmare come true for families who lose their homes, belongings and in some cases, their lives to house fires. ..... Read More |
| Source: ABC News Channel 36 NY - Chantel McGee - weny.com |
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| Use care adding ashes to soil | Updated: 10/11/2007 |
| Q:Should I put my fireplace ashes in the garden?
A:With cooler weather soon to
arrive, the wood-burning stove will likely get stoked up to keep the
home warm and toasty. This means there will be ashes to deal with. What
do you do ..... Read More |
| Source: Bill Geer - Gardening Q&A - newsok.com |
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| Fire department: Practice heating safety | Updated: 10/10/2007 |
| EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Now
that cold weather is upon Edwards, the use of portable heaters is
becoming more prevalent in both the work place and in our homes. Along
with this increased use comes an increased risk from fire.
Sta ..... Read More |
| Source: www.edwards.af.mil |
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| Kids learn about fire safety | Updated: 10/10/2007 |
| OREM — A handful of young children stood enraptured Wednesday as they
watched the uniformed Orem fire officers use a special chain saw to cut
through a sedan like it was cardboard. The extrication demonstration
was part of the second annual Fire/Rescue Open House at the Orem Fire
Station No. 3 at 255 N. 1200 West.
There were informat ..... Read More |
| Source: Deseret Morning News By Sara Israelsen |
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| Officials remind residents of fireplace, space heater safety | Updated: 10/10/2007 |
| Apartment residents are urged to be especially careful with fireplaces. Colder weather sometimes means more accidental fires, and Midland fire officials want residents to be alert to the dangers of two main causes of these blazes. Midland Fire Marshall Jeff Meiner said space heaters and fireplaces are the frequent causes of fires in the wintertim ..... Read More |
| Source: Audrie Palmer - Midland Reporter-Telegram |
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| Fixit: Winter preparation tips - Are you dialed in for winter? | Updated: 10/8/2007 |
| Are you dialed in for winter? Sure, you won't be running your furnace
or scrambling to get your cars in the garage today. But winter is just
around the corner, and Star Tribune columnist Karen Youso can help you
prepare for the inevitable with this simple checklist: INDOORS • Have the ..... Read More |
| Source: By Karen Youso, Star Tribune |
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| How to Create Deck Amenities | Updated: 10/7/2007 |
| In recent years deck amenities have become more and more popular in bringing many of the comforts of the indoors into the beauty and spaciousness of the outdoors. The ones chosen will depend a great deal upon how the deck space is to be used. Outdoor cooking and grilling areas provide opportunities for hosts to enjoy additional time with friends, ..... Read More |
| Source: pr-gb.com - Posted by EditorsChoice |
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| Ten Things Consumers Can Do Now to Save Hundreds on Energy Costs | Updated: 10/1/2007 |
| As the colder months quickly descend, consumers should take the time to ensure their home is as energy-efficient as possible. Consumer Reports' October issue features a full report on what consumers can do now to save hundreds of dollars on their energy bill. The report includes results from Consumer Reports testing, and advice from its experts ..... Read More |
| Source: Yonkers, NY - infoZine |
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| Fake fireplace can play music | Updated: 9/30/2007 |
| Cool autumn nights turn special when you warm yourself by the blaze of an electric fireplace outdoors on your patio. Dimplex
creates those fireplaces with the look of a natural stone hearth and a
flame you think is real. The unit also has a compartment with a CD or
MP3 player, allowing you to e ..... Read More |
| Source: By Kathy Van Mullekom - dailypress.com |
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| Midstate warms up to outdoor fireplaces - Trend allows backyard season to last all year | Updated: 9/30/2007 |
| When autumn's crisp temperatures take a nosedive after sunset, the guests at William and Dana Zelenik's in Franklin don't head for the house. They happily mill about on the outdoor patio and bask comfortably in the glow of the family's new outdoor fireplace. Welcome to the hottest trend in home improvement. From free-standing fire ..... Read More |
| Source: By CARRIE LUNDY - For The Tennessean - www.rctimes.com |
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| Examine fireplaces, chimneys to ensure safety and function | Updated: 9/27/2007 |
| This month Atlanta got its first hint of fall and cooler weather. When winter finally arrives, many of us will spend some time relaxing in front of our fireplaces or wood-burning stoves. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 20,000 residential fires a year originate from chimneys, fireplaces and other solid fuel burni ..... Read More |
| Source: ajc.com - ASK THE INSPECTOR / BILL GARWOOD |
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| Nothing sets a rooms mood quite like a fireplace | Updated: 9/21/2007 |
| Someone recently asked what I thought about putting a fireplace in a bedroom. The short answer is there's nothing like a fireplace to create romance or set a mood of quiet relaxation. The sound of embers popping and flames hissing is, aside from waves lapping, one of the most soothing sounds. The long answer is more involved.
There are a few ..... Read More |
| Source: By JOHN FOLDING - sunherald.com |
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| Consumer demand burns hot for hearth products | Updated: 11/6/2006 |
| Efficiency is most important factor, HPBA survey shows Sales of hearth products continue to burn hot, as consumers across the country look for ways to combat rising energy costs and heat their homes more efficiently. According to the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association's data, demand for fireplaces, stoves, inserts and log sets in 2005 ro ..... Read More |
| Source: CasualLiving.com |
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| Health Tip: Fireplace Safety | Updated: 11/6/2006 |
(HealthDay News) -- Fireplaces, wood stoves, and space heaters may help keep you warm in winter, but they can also pose fire and smoke hazards. Here are suggestions when using these appliances, courtesy of the Pennsylvania Department of Health:
- Always keep a fire extinguisher near the source of heat.
- Regularly maintain, cl ..... Read More
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| Source: Forbes.com |
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| Fireplaces hot spots for decorating | Updated: 11/5/2006 |
Winter is just around the corner. In fact, in some parts of the
country it has already made a grand entrance, bringing with it freezing
temperatures and blowing snow.
There is one aspect of winter that I really enjoy. I am not bothered
by the snow as long as I am curled up in front of a roaring fire.
My decorating partner, Mat ..... Read More |
| Source: By Shari Hiller |
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| Fireplaces and Stoves Selling Homes | Updated: 10/23/2006 |
Fireplaces and freestanding stoves not only make a house more
inviting and livable, but consumers also think they play a key role in
selling them.
Among the 1,700 homeowners across the country recently surveyed
by the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA), 59 percent
considered their fireplace or stove a major sell ..... Read More |
| Source: happynews.com - ARLINGTON, Va |
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| Make sure your fireplaces is ready for winter | Updated: 10/21/2006 |
| Safety first, roaring fire next By Maureen Patzer For the Lansing State Journal Lately, when the phone rings at the Young Brothers and Daley fireplace showroom in Lansing, sales associate Brian Kissinger can predict who's calling. "We get a lot of calls this time of year from people who forgot where the pilot light is on their gas firep ..... Read More |
| Source: Lansing State Journal - http://www.lsj.com |
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| With cold season around the corner, use home heating units carefully | Updated: 10/9/2006 |
| With fall upon us and winter around the corner, outside temperatures are dropping. Home heating units such as furnaces, fireplaces and space heaters will be put to use soon. Furnace It is a good course of action to have a qualified furnace service check your furnace ann ..... Read More |
| Source: sheboygan-press.com |
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| Keep air flowing through the fireplace | Updated: 10/7/2006 |
| Q: My husband and I have been slowly remodeling our house over the years and have gotten the house well-insulated and weather stripped. But in our quest for the well-sealed home, we seem to have created a problem. When we use the fireplace a big draft of cold air comes in the stove exhaust hood; apparently there is no damper in the vent. And if th ..... Read More |
| Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Page F - 10 |
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| Cost of using gas fireplace tough to figure | Updated: 10/6/2006 |
| Q: How much does it cost to operate a gas fireplace? I've called the gas company, but couldn't get an answer. Our heating bills have gone up terribly and we wonder how much it adds to the monthly bills. We sure enjoy it. A: It's difficul ..... Read More |
| Source: Karen Youso, Star Tribune |
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| Inexpensive fireplaces for outdoors | Updated: 10/4/2006 |
| After the traditional campfire, chimineas are probably the oldest type of outdoor fire "appliance" and often are the least-expensive style of outdoor hearth. Chimineas are fireplaces that have a chimney to efficiently fuel fire with fresh air -- the drafting action of a chiminea draws fresh air into the fire and directs any smoke or fume ..... Read More |
| Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Page HO - 3 |
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| Upscale fireplaces combine form and function | Updated: 10/4/2006 |
| Relaxing comfortably in front of the fireplace is a time-honored way to spend a crisp autumn evening at home with family. If the first cold snap sends you indoors to embrace the warmth of a comforting fire, you'll be happy to know that luxurious design has now met modern fire technology -- making high-quality fireplaces the "hottest" ..... Read More |
| Source: Courtesy of ARA Content - ©Times Community Newspapers 2006 |
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| Inspection can stop chimney blazes | Updated: 10/3/2006 |
| CINDY CARCAMO Register Columnist Safety Q. I want to make sure my fireplace is safe to use for this winter. Any advice? A. Though Southern Californians may use their fireplaces less often than others, weather and usage can add up, said Steve Lovsteen, owner of Oliver Twist Chimney Sweep, based in Huntington Beach. "After using it over 10, 2 ..... Read More |
| Source: http://www.ocregister.com |
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| Poll Shows Overwhelming Majority of Americans Expect to Pay More to Heat Their Homes This Winter | Updated: 10/3/2006 |
| Tuesday October 3, 12:10 pm ET Consumers Plan to Take Action to Cut Home Heating Bills; Vent-Free Supplemental Heating Technology Can Provide Relief From Rising Costs ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Most Americans (77 percent) expect to pay more to heat their homes this winter compared to last year, according to a recent national telephone ..... Read More |
| Source: Vent-Free Gas Products Alliance |
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| Getting Cold Feet About Ventless Gas Fireplace | Updated: 9/30/2006 |
| By Barry Stone Saturday, September 30, 2006; Page F14
Q: DEAR BARRY: We built a new home and installed a ventless gas log fireplace. As we look back, this seems to have been a stupid mistake. Since we have been using the fireplace, a film has been forming on our windows. Our suspicion is that it is caused by exhaust from the ventless fireplace ..... Read More |
| Source: washingtonpost.com > Columns |
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| Convert fireplace to gas | Updated: 9/28/2006 |
| If you're tired of the mess and maintenance associated with your wood-burning fireplace, take heart, you can convert it to gas. Gas inserts can be installed directly into an existing chimney. A gas line is run to the fireplace and the flue system is transformed to bring air in and exhaust out through two separate liners in the existing chimney ..... Read More |
| Source: Staten Island Advance - http://www.silive.com |
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| Fireplace and Wood Stove Safety | Updated: 9/25/2006 |
| As the crisp autumn air makes its way into Western Wisconsin, you might be thinking about starting up your wood stove or fireplace. But before you light that first match, you’ll want to make sure your warming units are safe to use. A fire can destroy your home in a matter of minutes, and when it comes to fires caused by stoves and fireplaces, Eau ..... Read More |
| Source: weau.com - Meghan Kulig |
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| Prepare the fireplace now | Updated: 9/14/2006 |
| (NAPSA) - Homeowners should act now to bring warmth and ambience when cold weather arrives. Whether it's maintaining an existing fireplace or freestanding stove, enhancing its appearance, or shopping for something new, a jump on the "burn" season usually means a better deal, as well as faster service. For those with existing hearth p ..... Read More |
| Source: The Alaska Star on Thursday, September 14, 2006. |
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