When it's time to set down pavers for a path, patio, pool, or fire pit, you have a lot of choices. Heat-resistant pavers are ...

As spring arrives, you may be thinking of installing a fire pit or other fire feature. The perfect complement to your outdoor entertaining space, a fire feature creates a cozy ambience and invites the ...

The thought of cozying up in front of a fireplace with a cup of hot cocoa and a good mystery novel on a cold winter day sounds dreamy. At the moment, however, you are feeling a little frosty, knowing ...

An outdoor fireplace can be an attractive upgrade to your backyard or terrace—and even increase the value of your home. But installing one can be a big undertaking, and getting advice from ...

By Rob Robillard Sage advice from a seasoned carpenter. In the finish carpentry world, fireplace mantels are often the aesthetic showpiece of a room. People use mantels to display family photos, ...

The ideal fire pit is between 3 and 4 feet wide and about 18 inches tall. If it's taller, you won't feel its warmth; if it's shorter, it will present a safety hazard. Keep your local climate in mind.

You may not be able to completely prevent house fires, but with proper preparation, you can give your home the best fighting chance to survive damage. Here are some ...

You may not be able to completely prevent house fires, but with proper preparation, you can give your home the best fighting chance to survive damage. Here are some ...