fire place tips

[Skins_Brew]

I cleaned the ashes out and attempted to start another fire. Still a no go. I will probably check the flue when I get up there to put Xmas lights up.

 

[cheezydemon3]

The biggest mistake people make is not enough little kindling. You can't light big logs with just paper.

You need tiny **** to light with the match, that will light slightly bigger kindling, and so on and so forth.

actual LOGS are like the fifth step.

 

[ChshreCat]

If it were me, I'd just look into getting a wood stove. Much more efficient if you're wanting to burn wood to save on your heating bill. Most fireplaces are built for looks, not for heating. A wood stove and a nice ceiling fan will heat your house pretty well.

 

[Brew-Happy]

Skins_Brew,

You may want to look into fireplace inserts. They run on gas and use outside air (via a duct) to burn. This would leave the heat inside, especially if you buy the model with the internal fan.

I have been researching gas stoves, but no experience yet. Here is one website as an example: http://www.regency-fire.com/Gas/Energy/

Just keep them in mind as you make changes to your house.