Is there anything more cozy than snuggling up in front of the fireplace on a chilly winter night? We don’t think so. To prepare for warm nights near the fire, you’ll want to make sure your fireplace ...

It’s the time of year when folks start migrating towards their fireplace in the evening, if they’re lucky enough to have one. There is something deep in us that finds warmth and comfort, not just in ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If you have a brick, wood-burning fireplace in your home — congrats, you won the cozy lottery. But with great power comes great ...

Q. I tried to wash bricks above a fireplace with soap and water, but I got an uneven result. How can I do a better job? A. If you didn’t saturate the bricks with water before you applied the cleaning ...

Q How do I update the look of the red brick fireplace in my living room? We just don’t know what to do with it. It’s dirty, rutty, and it looks horrible, even after I’ve cleaned it! We are updating ...

Your fireplace will look better than ever just in time for long winter nights Clean brick fireplaces with a vinegar-and-water mix, avoiding harsh chemicals that can damage porous brick. Vacuum, scrub ...