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A question for Danny Lipford: How can I clean the soot and smoke off the face of my fireplace? Answer: I don't think I've ever seen a working fireplace that didn't have at least a little bit of smoke ...

Maintaining your fireplace routinely is critical for safety. The cleaning process doesn't replace the service provided by a professional chimney sweep, but it is great for regular upkeep. “Dirty ...

It’s the time of year when folks start migrating towards their fireplace in the evening, if they’re lucky enough to have one. There is something deep in us that finds warmth and comfort, not just in ...

Q. What’s the best way to clean soot off the front of a fireplace? A. Smoke and soot can build up, causing black stains on your fireplace over time. The first step toward maintaining it is to clear ...

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Dear Heloise: In a recent article, a reader said she had a problem with soot removal on fireplace glass. I spent 32 years as a chimney sweep. Do not wet the ashes and rub on the windows. This is a ...

Q. When we had our condo built about ten years ago, we had a gas log fireplace installed. This is not one of the newer enclosed units with an exhaust on the exterior of the building. Ours has a full ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a deputy editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...