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Have you dreamed of having a cozy home complete with a wood burning stove or fireplace?At one time homes with wood burning stoves or fireplaces were the norm but they gradually grew out of vogue. Today they are once again fashionable but if you aren’t familiar with the proper way to operate them they could present a fire and safety hazard.Instead of spending a fortune on so-called experts or knocking yourself out with the old trial and error method, there is an easier way to u (more…)

Rustic Fireplaces Written and photographed by Ralph Kylloe Fireplaces have become elaborate works of art in rustic home design. From stone and rocks to elaborately carved wood and antlers to a variety of metals and wrought iron, Kylloe has collected designs for more than 100 fireplaces and hearths that will inspire homebuilders, homeowners, craftspeople and anyone looking for ideas on how to incorporate

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Whether you crave a fireplace as a source of heat or a center of ambience, Fire Places can help you sort through the choices. Gitlin, an architect, provides a thorough look at types of fireplaces and their construction, as well as the many materials and design possibilities for indoor and outdoor fireplaces. She also includes information on stoves and wood alternatives such as gas, corn and pellets. The many photos that illustrate the book provide inspiration. –The Kansas (more…)

Design Ideas for Fireplaces is the ultimate guide to the latest materials, products, and styles in fireplaces and wood- and gas-burning stoves. With 450 color photographs, Design Ideas for Fireplaces amply illustrates every choice in fireplaces and stoves, from masonry fireplaces, factory-built sheet-metal fireplaces, and exterior fireplaces to gas fireplaces, gas stoves, and wood stoves. The book is loaded with special tips and advice. One chapter takes a room-by-room look at (more…)