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Fireplace Safety Tips for the Holidays

December 30, 2020 Published by Leave your thoughts

There are few things quite as cozy as cuddling up in front of a roaring fire, but it’s important to take some steps to make sure all your holiday fires are safe. The good news is that all it takes is a few simple fireplace safety tips in Wausau, WI to keep fireplaces in great condition and make sure they will continue working safely for many years to come. Keep reading for some helpful holiday fire prevention tips to keep you and your family safe this winter. Fireplace safety is a very important priority for homeowners, but a lot of... View Article

Is Your Chimney Ready for Winter?

December 15, 2020 Published by Leave your thoughts

2020 may have been one tumultuous year, but as much as things have changed, there is one thing you can count on: a chilly Wisconsin winter. There’s no such thing as a polite winter here in the Badger State. That’s why thousands of homeowners throughout the area rely on their fireplaces to ensure the cold, blustery weather stays outdoors where it belongs. To make the most of your fireplace, however, you should be confident that it’s prepared to heat your home safely and efficiently. That means hiring an expert to help with your fireplace preparation in Wausau, WI. Schedule fireplace... View Article

Five Christmas Mantel Decoration Ideas

December 1, 2020 Published by Leave your thoughts

It’s finally here—the holiday season is upon us! It’s a time for giving gifts, eating a little bit too much and decorating your home in the spirit of the season. Once you put up your tree and a few strings of lights, you might find yourself short on ideas. That’s no problem! If you’re lucky enough to have a sturdy fireplace mantel in your home, there are countless ways to express your joy. Here are some of the most innovative Christmas mantel décor ideas in Wausau, WI, courtesy of the team of fireplace experts at Marcell’s Specialties Inc. Express your... View Article

Four Most Popular Materials for a Fireplace Surround

November 11, 2020 Published by Leave your thoughts

Thinking about redecorating or upgrading the fireplace in your home? Once you begin your search, you will quickly discover that the fireplace industry is much more complicated than you first thought. Buying a new fireplace means getting acquainted with a whole new vocabulary. For example, when you first start looking for a new fireplace, you’ll quickly be asked what you want in a fireplace surround. You might have heard of a firebox (the part inside your wall where the fire burns). You might have heard of the mantel (the shelf above your fireplace). But for a lot of buyers, the... View Article

It’s Time to Upgrade Your Fireplace

October 28, 2020 Published by Leave your thoughts

The time is almost upon us when the days will be getting shorter, and another of Wisconsin’s mighty winters will bear down on us. When it’s time to hunker down for the winter, many area residents look to their fireplace, not only for warmth, but for a nice cozy ambience that will last the whole winter through. As much as we love our fireplace or fireplace insert, the time will eventually come when it’s time to get a fireplace upgrade in Wausau, WI. If you’ve had your fireplace for a while and you’re curious if the time to upgrade has... View Article

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