Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips for the Home

Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips for the Home

Cases of carbon monoxide poisoning tend to rise in the winter because malfunctioning heating appliances tend to be the main cause of the toxic gas leaking into homes. Carbon monoxide leaks can quickly become deadly as this poisonous gas is odorless and tasteless,...
Vent-Free Gas Logs FAQ

Vent-Free Gas Logs FAQ

If you are shopping for gas logs for your fireplace, you will quickly discover there are two kinds of gas logs: vented and vent-free (also known as ventless or unvented). When choosing between the two types, you may hesitate from selecting vent-free gas logs because...
The Science of Combustion

The Science of Combustion

The Great Mystery…Explained What makes a fire burn? Why do some fires in your fireplace burn longer and hotter than others? The one word answer: science. Fire is a chemical reaction that produces heat energy. This complex sequence of chemical reactions in which...