September 15, 2021
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Mankind has been making fire and using it for warmth, cooking and industry since the earliest days of our evolution. After all, the purpose of creating fireplaces goes back to our most elemental needs. As humans evolved, the need to further control fires became important. Let’s take a look at the history of the fireplace and how it has evolved over time. Early development The first fireplaces date back to the time of the Roman Empire. At that time, the fireplace (in such a manner as we know it now) was looked at as a luxury amenity—it was only found... View Article
November 11, 2020
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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
October 28, 2020
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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
October 12, 2020
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Modern technology allows you to enjoy the warmth and charm of a fireplace, even if your home does not have a chimney. A variety of options are available, including ethanol and electric fireplaces. There are various styles within each category, but it’s important to be aware of the main differences between ethanol and electric fireplaces as you choose an ethanol fireplace or an electric fireplace in Wausau, WI for your home. Ethanol fireplaces An ethanol fireplace in Wausau, WI is operated with the use of bioethanol. A container is filled with this fuel, which acts as the burner. The burning... View Article
June 15, 2020
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Incorporating a fire feature in your backyard or patio is one of the best ways to boost your home’s resale value and help entertain friends and family, but there are several fireplace types in Wausau, WI, and figuring out which one is right for you can be tough. This post will cover a few of the outdoor fire products we install. Wood-burning Wood-burning fire pits and fireplaces have been around for centuries, and for good reason! Wood-burning outdoor products have a variety of benefits and uses—here are some of them: Fireplace: Just like an indoor one, an outdoor fireplace is... View Article
