Dear James: It’s a mess carrying firewood indoors, so I want to modernize my old brick fireplace with one that uses gas logs. Are there any tips on how to do this project myself? — Kathy H. Dear Kathy ...

A wood-burning fireplace requires storing and carrying logs, building a fire and cleaning up the ashes. A gas fireplace requires pushing a button -- often on a remote control. Convenience is leading ...

Fireplaces create a cozy and warm atmosphere in your living area and nothing beats the crackle and snap of a blazing fire on a chilly, winter night. But many homeowners come to view the effort ...

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 ...