The Warmth of Home in the Winter
"When the weather outside is frightful, the fire is so delightful." When it is cold and snowy outside, nothing warms up a home like a [...]
Preston Meyer: The “Heart” of Hearth & Home Fireplace & Home Renovations
When he began working for a fireplace company in the late 1970s, 20 year old Preston Meyer had no idea he would spend the rest [...]
Begin With The End In Mind: How New Technology Has Transformed The Fireplace Industry
The Conventional Fireplace Design Process To borrow a habit from Stephen Covey’s book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, always begin with the end in mind. [...]
Planting the Seed: How to Maximize Outdoor Living Space
The Infratech flush mount electric patio heaters offer a beautiful clean look. As the warm weather re-appears with the change in season [...]
Alberta’s New Carbon Tax: Top 5 Ways to Improve Home Heating Efficiency
Background On January 1, 2017, the Alberta government introduced a carbon tax, which is a levy on all greenhouse gas emissions, of $20/tonne. In 2018, [...]
The Magic of the Fireplace at Christmas
We all know the fireplace is an important central theme in the legend of Santa Clause. Not only does the jolly man use the fireplace [...]
Excess Heat Above My Fireplace – Is It Safe?
A fireplace without louvers creates a more simple, clean design. What’s Happening Customers often note the area above their fireplace gets very hot, and [...]
Top Myths About Wood Burning Fireplaces
No, wood-burning fireplaces and stoves have not been banned; they are still legally allowed to be installed in your home. This is a common misconception, [...]
The Top 5 Ways to Make Fall Better With a Home Fireplace
The bittersweet arrival of fall – and cooler weather – is upon us. While it can be tough to put away your summer sandals, there’s [...]
The Magic of Fire – How and Why it Captivates Us
There is something magical, almost mystical about fire. Something inside all of us that is drawn to it in a way like nothing else does. [...]