Clean fireplace glass regularly to maintain its glow and prevent soot or haze from hardening over time. Use the right method ...

Maintaining your fireplace routinely is critical for safety. The cleaning process doesn't replace the service provided by a professional chimney sweep, but it is great for regular upkeep. “Dirty ...

There’s something special about a real, wood-burning fireplace: The scent, the crackling sounds, and watching the logs slowly burn down to glowing embers. But they’re also a hassle, and pretty dirty.

Q: Read your article [about fireplace cleaning]. I have a propane gas fired fireplace that uses Rasmussen/Alterna Fire Stones. Do not believe that previous owner (3.5 yrs ago) ever used the fireplace.

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...