A black fireplace is always a good idea. Whether your decor skews traditional, farmhouse, transitional, contemporary, midcentury modern, or virtually any other style, a black fireplace will make your ...

The warm and cozy glow from a fireplace adds maximum hygge in winter when the hearth is lit, but for most of the day — and indeed, most of the year — your fireplace probably sits idle. You may try to ...

One of the main reasons to choose a natural stone fireplace surround is the high level of heat resistance and durability, as these factors help to ensure the fireplace will remain in good condition ...

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Dear James: It’s a mess carrying firewood indoors, so I want to modernize my old brick fireplace with one that uses gas logs. Are there any tips on how to do this project myself? — Kathy H. Dear Kathy ...

Measure the area for the surround and the fireplace dimensions. Determine the exact top of the fireplace, because you’ll be setting a support slab across both sides of the surround to complete it. Dry ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If you’re working on a budget, there are plenty of DIY solutions to give your mantel that special spark. “Any mantel can be ...

Simplicity was the goal when Specht Novak imagined a wood-burning fireplace lined with custom steel in a home in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The result complements the house’s Southwestern yet minimalist ...

In a home that looked out onto the ocean and vast blue sky, nearly floor to ceiling windows took full advantage of the spectacular view. But inside, the walls were a little dark, and a small box of a ...