The best electric fireplaces have all the homey benefits of a traditional fireplace, but without the annoying prep and ...

Who doesn't like curling up next to a roaring fire? It's one of our greatest pleasures during the fall and winter months—assuming you have a fireplace, that is. But if your home doesn't have an ...

Baby, it's cold outside—and if you don't have an actual wood fireplace to warm up beside, an electric fireplace can be just as charming as the real thing. Electric fireplaces can be a safer option ...

The best electric fireplaces set the perfect ambiance during winters while adding extra warmth to your space. But before you buy one, you’ll want to consider a few factors, like your location for ...

Fireplaces are a surefire method (no pun intended) for upgrading any room. The warm glow and cozy heat instantly increase ambiance and comfort, whether in your living room, bedroom or den. However, as ...

Dear Jim: I need extra heat in the living room. I would like a wood-burning fireplace but installing one is too expensive. How much heat do electric ones produce and do they look real? -- Bud S. Dear ...

Are electric fireplaces more energy-efficient than real ones? Electric fireplaces are an efficient alternative to traditional fireplaces powered by wood or gas. They emit radiant heat and use lights ...

If you're building a new home or refurbishing your living space, you might be considering your options in terms of heating.

It’s that time of year. A woollen beanie, ga oblet of mulled wine, and a piping mound of vindaloo are all on the table to soothe winter’s bite. A dancing fireplace looks wickedly inviting, too. If you ...

WHEN FAMILIES GATHER around the fire this holiday season, the odds are better than ever that no real kindling will be involved. Due to concerns about health and air quality, regulations against ...