Prefabricated metal fireplaces became popular in the 1970s as an inexpensive alternative to building a masonry fireplace. They were targeted to homeowners who desired to have an open burning decorative fire on an occasional basis. They were NOT intended to be a...
As winter approaches, thoughts turn to a warm fire and, naturally, to thoughts of how to help the open fireplace produce more heat while using less wood. Provided you have a MASONRY FIREPLACE, this can easily be achieved by installing a wood stove insert or wood...
