How to Fix a Stained Fireplace

A dingy hearth can make your home’s living space feel dingy, too, even if it’s otherwise spotless. Unfortunately, the masonry materials most often used for hearths are highly porous, which means they’ll absorb water, soot and any other material that they might come...

How to Spot Common Masonry Damage

No homeowner wants to hit the fall months and be told that their fireplace or chimney needs to be repaired before it can be used. That’s why it’s important in the spring or early summer to take stock of your chimney and fireplace masonry. By knowing how to spot common...