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Cracked refractory panels can be a major safety hazard in the home.
The Dangers of Cracked Refractory Panels in Fireplaces and How to Avoid Them The panels that form the firebox and chimney are known as refractory. The refractory is a highly specialized type of ceramic...
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Safety Tips for Burning Wood in Your Fireplace & How to Avoid Common Mistakes.
What are the Basics of Fireplace Safety & What are Common Mistakes to Avoid? When it comes to burning wood safely in a fireplace, there are certain safety tips that should be followed. Fireplace safety...
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fix fireplace draft problem
What are the Most Common Causes of Drafts in Fireplaces? Chimney blockage (a problem with the chimney that prevents smoke from escaping, causing a draft inside the house, often around chimneys). ...
smoke from fireplace
What Causes Smoke to Enter a Home Through the Fireplace and What are the Potential Health Risks?
Why Does Smoke Enter a Home Through the Fireplace and What are the Potential Causes? Smoke entering a home through the fireplace can be caused by many factors, including poor design of the fireplace, inadequate...