A wood-burning fireplace isn’t great for the planet or your health. But there are things you can do to make your fireplace better.

Wood-burning fireplaces produce ash and other byproducts that require cleaning. But the way you extinguish your fire could be ...

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 ...

It seems that every new deck and patio upgrade includes a fire pit, and savvy buyers are going smokeless. I’ve tested dozens of fire pits that are technically “smokeless,” including those that burn ...

Proper firewood storage is also crucial to prevent wildfires. The DNR advises keeping firewood at least 30 feet from homes ...

Nothing beats the warmth of a crackling fireplace on these coldest days of the year. Each winter, as my family enjoys the cozy warmth of our wood stove room, I'm always thankful for the firewood ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. The recent spike in gas prices has led to many homeowners ...

Crackling fires have long been a gathering place where idyllic chestnuts are roasted, stories shared and souls warmed, whether around a hearth or at a campsite. Some folks cut their own wood and let ...

Maricopa County announces "No Burn Day" due to high PM2.5 and PM10 levels, urging residents to stop using wood-burning ...

Amid the inflation surge that's rippled through the U.S. economy and touched thousands upon thousands of products, one of the more obscure items on the list is firewood. It's a fuel from earlier times ...

Q: We’re always wondering, why does wood burn in squares? You sit around any kind of a wood fire, you notice the wood always burns in squares. We’re always wondering why. Would you have an answer or ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...