This blog post is about fireplace hearth extension rules, but first, a quick story to explain why I'm blogging about such a boring topic. I've said it before and I'll say it again; one learns from ...

Nothing says home more than a fire crackling in a hearth. Fireplaces have been a central feature in homes for centuries, but their design, technology and fuels have changed dramatically, especially in ...

As the crisp autumn air settles in and the first snowflakes begin to dance, there’s nothing quite like the warmth and ambiance of a crackling fireplace. And while there are plenty of great outdoor ...

On June 2 in The Chronicle’s “As the Readers See It” column, Joyce Gillette and Bill Thornberry Jr. expressed dismay that a recent restaurant review of the Hearthstone Restaurant by the Grand Rapids ...