The reason why is it is a wood-burning fireplace and it’s a pain to deal with. My husband wants us to look into something called a masonry fireplace, which he says is a new type of fireplace and ...

Many people love their fireplaces, but if you have an open masonry wood-burning fireplace, you may want to consider updating it with a fireplace insert. Every minute they are burning, open masonry ...

Dear Jim: I have seen pictures of beautiful European masonry fireplaces that can heat an entire house with only one short fire each day. How do these fireplaces work and are they applicable to ...

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Do these really work and are they energy efficient? - Judie M. Dear Judie: These European masonry fireplaces are extremely efficient, clean-burning and decorative. Many also have built-in bake ...

The width of the fireplace opening controls all the other dimensions. The Brick Industry Association (BIA) should be your go-to source for all the information you need if a traditional masonry ...

We're talking about masonry heaters, which are also known as "Russian fireplaces" and "masonry stoves." Masonry heaters are comprised of a firebox, with a large masonry structure around it.

Q: Tim, I need your help. I’ve got a masonry fireplace that puffs smoke into the room when a fire is burning. It gets worse as the fire dies down. I’ve spoken with three different bricklayers ...

These heavy steel or cast iron devices are designed for installation inside an existing masonry fireplace. The enclosed design boosts fuel efficiency and heat output while preventing air leakage.

In the past, many homeowners have learned this option was not financially viable for them due to the condition or character of the fireplace’s masonry chimney. In some cases, the top portion of the ...

Q: I have a masonry fireplace that puffs smoke into the room when a fire is burning. It gets worse as the fire dies down. I've spoken with three bricklayers who build fireplaces and have received ...