How to Keep a Fireplace Fire Burning: Simple Tips That Work
Keeping a fire burning well in your fireplace takes more than just tossing logs on and hoping they catch. I learned this firsthand after inheriting my grandmother’s old fireplace. The fire would roar at first, then sputter out within an hour, leaving me poking at cold embers and wondering what went wrong. Here’s what really matters to keep your fire steady, warm, and efficient based on how fire actually works. Use Dry, Seasoned Hardwood for Long-Lasting Heat Not all wood burns the same. E