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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 ...

Who doesn't love a warm, cozy fire? But the maintenance and clean-up that goes with hit? Not so much. And while chimney cleaning needs to be contracted out to certified professional (more on that ...

Dear Heloise: Could you print how to clean the bricks on our fireplace? We live in an older home and are getting ready to use the fireplace a lot this winter. A Reader, Arlington, Va. Reader: ...

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 ...

A question for Danny Lipford: How can I clean the soot and smoke off the face of my fireplace? Answer: I don't think I've ever seen a working fireplace that didn't have at least a little bit of smoke ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Joshua Lyon Joshua Lyon is a writer covering home and decor. He's also the ...

Q: How can I remove wood ash from fireplace brick? Gaithersburg, Md. A: From the picture you sent, it looks as if you’re dealing with ash, soot and a little charcoal — ash being the white and gray ...

DEAR HELOISE: We just bought a house and are in the process of remodeling. I am having trouble removing soot from the old fire place. Do you have any suggestions for how to do this? - Kellie, via ...