There’s nothing quite like the warmth of a roaring fire to cozy up your living room—both literally and figuratively. But not everyone is lucky enough to have a working fireplace. And if yours happens ...

For many homeowners, fireplaces have become the nice china of home features: dusted off only for special occasions. Although attractive, they are messy to operate, and that homey glow they produce ...

Using a fireplace to heat your home is the ultimate in rustic coziness, but as research shows, wood smoke may not be all that great for you or the environment. Luckily, the best electric fireplaces ...

Humans respond to fire on a primal level. Maybe it’s a throwback to when our ancestors huddled together, holding back the darkness with crackling flames—or maybe we just love the cozy warmth of a fire ...

You’ve probably heard the word hygge by now—the Danish term for the cozy vibes we get from inviting spaces and moments shared with others. Colder months are the perfect time to bring that warmth into ...

Mark is a seasoned green industry veteran and freelance writer based in Georgia. His work encompasses all things garden, landscape, home improvement, and DIY, with a focus on sustainability. Mark ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...