Why are Fireplaces & Hearts so important?

Why are Fireplaces & Hearts so important?

Why are Fireplaces & Hearts so important? So you are in the market for a new fireplace, but too often we forget the importance of a good hearth and what it is that they actually do. So what is a Hearth? It’s the floor or ledge on your fireplace extends into the...
Seven Reasons to Prefer Building With Stone

Seven Reasons to Prefer Building With Stone

Seven Reasons to Prefer Building With Stone. Building with stone offers a number of advantages. Here are seven, according to the authors. After spending eight years in our $2,000, self-built stone house in southern Idaho, Sharon and I sometimes wonder whether–were we...
The Top 3 Materials to Use for Hearths

The Top 3 Materials to Use for Hearths

Any material that is durable, fire-resistant, and doesn’t crack can be used for a hearth. The best hearth materials will match the decoration in your home and require little maintenance. This list includes stone, brick, concrete, and many more non-combustible...