Fireplaces: A construction primer
A fireplace adds to the attractiveness of the house interior, but one that does not "draw" properly is a detriment, not an asset. By following several rules on the relation of the fireplace opening size to flue area, depth of the opening, and .. [... more]
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The Cleaning and Waterproof Coating of Masonry Buildings
Why Clean? ~~ What Is The Dirt? ~~ What Is The Construction Of TheBuilding? ~~ Types Of Cleaning ~~ Planning A Cleaning Project ~~ Potential Problems Of Cleaning ~~ Problems Of WaterRepellent And Waterproof Coatings The inappropriate cleaning and ... [... more]
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Formulas for cleaning fireplace surfaces
My chimney is cleaned and ready for winter, but the bricksin the firebox are stained and ugly. How can I clean them? Here are some cleaning formulas from the University ofMichigan Extension Service. Always wear rubber gloves when using these ... [... more]
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Details: A Colonial Cooking Fireplace
Fort Western, in Augusta, Maine, was built in 1754. The kitchen pictured here dates back to sometime in the building's pre-1800 days. Depended upon for heat as well as cooking, fireplaces such as this one were the natural center of cold-weather ... [... more]
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Smoke gets in your eyes...
Temperature differential between outdoors and indoors causing changes in airmovement in the house to equalize that of the outside pressure. The air in thehouse becomes buoyant, drawing air from the chimney (reverse chimney flow); ornot enough air ... [... more]
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Count Rumfords Legacy
Rumford fireplaces are tall and shallow to reflect more heat -- and they have streamlined throats to eliminate turbulence and carry away the smoke with little loss of heated room air. Rumford fireplaces were common from 1796, when Count Rumford ... [... more]
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Fire Spaces: Design Inspirations for Fireplaces and Stoves
 Author: Tina Skinner Binding: Hardcover Dewey Decimal Number: 721.8 EAN: 9780764316944 ISBN: 076431694X Number Of Pages: 176 Publication Date: 2002-11 [... more]
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Home is where the hearth is (continued)
Every now and then I'd think about the mantel down there. Like every time, I heard themuted growling noises of my husband wafting up through the floorboards, as he moved thehefty chunk of wood out of his way again and again. It's absence in the ... [... more]
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Song of the Paddle: An Illustrated Guide to Wilderness ...
The return of a classic paddling guide. More than a how-to camping and paddling guide, Song of the Paddle is a philosophical guide to outdoor living. Written by the acclaimed paddler and outdoorsman, Bill Mason, the book leads readers on a journey of [... more]
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Better Homes and Gardens Fireplaces: Decorating and ...
The decorating tips for rooms with fireplaces cover everything from furniture choices to mantel decorations to selecting and maintaining fireplaces and stoves. More than 200 color photos, 25 illustrations. [... more]
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Fire Spaces: Design Inspirations for Fireplaces and Stoves
Shown within room settings, more than 400 images help you to envision a fireplace as part of your overall decor. Plus, there's an enormous gallery of close-up images showing fireplace and stove details. You'll have trouble choosing just one! [... more]
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ProCom Blower for Vent-Free Fireplaces & Stoves, Model# ...
Allows efficient circulation of heat throughout entire heating area. Works with Item#s 177562, 177563, 177564, 177565, 177599, 177600, 177601, 177602, 177610, 177611, 177614, 177615, 177633, 177634, 177635, 177636, 177637, 177638, 177639, 177640, 177612, [... more]
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