Monthly Archives: October 2009
what is the best way to sweep my chimney?
i have 2. 30 degree turns to get the Chimney to come out the back side of the house. will an 8 in brush (cause the diameter of the pipe is 8 in) and some of the fiberglass poles to … Continue reading
Fireplace or outdoor fire pit?
Which avatars would you invite to share the fire? I would invite everyone to an outdoor fire with warm drinks. Who should I share the Fireplace with? OUTDOOR – w/ marshmellows & smores! i would invite everyone. You should share … Continue reading
Pellet stove versus propane stove. Which heats better? I like constant heat of pellet stove but is it better?
Is propane stove more efficent than pellets. My stove is getting old and I’m thinking of buying a new one buy I’m hearing I should get a propane stove like the Belmont because it’s more efficient and I wouldn’t have … Continue reading
I want to sell a used wood stove and I need to know how much.?
The model is a Osburn Victorinanaire Mark 2. This is a 1985 modile, VH-427279, report # 4900. Also it as forsed air.I do need some help with getting the price for this used Wood Stove. If you do know of … Continue reading
Is it good to use duraflame logs in fireplace?
I have been told that burning duraflame logs in a fireplace is not good for the Fireplace. That there is a creosote build-up that can be dangerous. The duraflame website claims they actually have less of a creosote buildup. Anyone … Continue reading
How do I get birds out of my chimney that have made a nest and are living there without harming them?
We have lots of birds and baby birds living in our chimney and they make alot of noise. How do we get them out of there without harming them? Thank you You don’t…you wait until they leave and then you … Continue reading
Does a fire in a fireplace burn better when the outdoor air is calm or windy?
As long as smoke is not backing up into the room, no wind will cause it to burn slower. Nothing wrong with that. The stronger the wind the more draft and it will burn faster and hotter……….Just be sure you … Continue reading
I need alternative heat besides my pellet stove.?
My furnace went out this year but I do have a pellet stove which heats my house more than satisfactorily. My problem is when I go out of town I have to have someone come in and keep filling my … Continue reading
How often should I clean my wood stove chimney pipe?
I burn a combination of oak, alligator juniper, and hickory in my wood stove. How often should I sweep out my chimney pipe to avoid a buildup of soot and possibly a fire? Also, do those chimney cleaner things that … Continue reading
How do I turn my gas log fireplace into a ventless fireplace with a remote?
I have a regular fireplace without a flue or anything…and natural gas logs. I would like to have a gas ventless fireplace. Do I just buy ventless logs, a remote and seal off my chimney? Would it be better to … Continue reading