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The Essential Guide to Fireplaces: Types, Benefits, and Maintenance Tips
Jul 15, 2025
Be Eco-Friendly. Be EcoSmart.
Be Eco-Friendly. Be EcoSmart.
Mar 27, 2024
The Heart of Your Home: Understanding Your Fireplace Options in Time for Fall
The Heart of Your Home: Understanding Your Fireplace Options in Time for Fall
Oct 2, 2023
Ultimate Guide: How to Properly Clean and Maintain Your Gas Fireplace
Ultimate Guide: How to Properly Clean and Maintain Your Gas Fireplace
Sep 6, 2023
Why Do Some States Ban Vent-Free Gas Fireplaces?
Why Do Some States Ban Vent-Free Gas Fireplaces?
Dec 24, 2021
What to Know Before Building or Updating Your Fireplace
What to Know Before Building or Updating Your Fireplace
Dec 3, 2021
Is a fireplace expensive?
Is Installing a Fireplace Expensive?
Sep 24, 2021
How to Prep for Spring | Starfire Direct
How to Prep for Spring
Feb 12, 2021
Ethanol Fuel for Indoor Use | Starfire Direct
Ethanol Fuel for Indoor Use
Dec 18, 2020
Indoor/Outdoor Burner and Log Differences | Starfire Direct
Indoor/Outdoor Burner and Log Differences
Nov 12, 2020
How to Pick the Right Fire Media | Starfire Direct
How to Pick the Right Fire Media
Aug 14, 2020
Customize Your Vent-Free Fireplace | Starfire Direct
Customize Your Vent-Free Fireplace
Mar 9, 2020
Customize Your Vented Fireplace | Starfire Direct
Customize Your Vented Fireplace
Feb 10, 2020
What Type of Fireplace Do I Have? | Starfire Direct
What Type of Fireplace Do I Have?
Jan 7, 2020
How to Pick the Right Size Burner for Your Fireplace | Starfire Direct
How to Pick the Right Size Burner for Your Fireplace
Oct 21, 2019
Traditional Fireplace Inside a home with Starfire Glass
Fireplace Ignition Systems Explained
Sep 23, 2019
A large copper fire pit sits in front of a pool and sectional sofa in a sprintime backyard. A flower is prominently displayed on the table by the couch.
Designing with Fire Glass
Jul 15, 2019
7 Easy Home & Backyard Upgrades | Starfire Direct
7 Easy Home & Backyard Upgrades
Feb 11, 2019
How To Clean Fire Glass | Starfire Direct
How To Clean Fire Glass
Jan 21, 2019
Fireplaces by Real Fyre: Brand Spotlight | Starfire Direct
Fireplaces by Real Fyre: Brand Spotlight
Jan 14, 2019
From the Playbook: Throwing a Super Party for the Big Game | Starfire Direct
From the Playbook: Throwing a Super Party for the Big Game
Jan 7, 2019
Top Products of 2018 | Starfire Direct
Top Products of 2018
Dec 3, 2018
Finding the Right Fireplace for Your Living Space | Starfire Direct
Finding the Right Fireplace for Your Living Space
Nov 19, 2018
How to Install an H-Burner and Fire Glass in Your Fireplace | Starfire Direct
How to Install an H-Burner and Fire Glass in Your Fireplace
Oct 1, 2018
5 Ways to Freshen Up Your Fireplace | Starfire Direct
5 Ways to Freshen Up Your Fireplace
Sep 24, 2018
little girl pulling red flyer with leaves in the fall season
Top 10 Reasons Why We Love the Fall Season
Sep 10, 2018
How to Transform Your Home into an Unforgettable Winter Entertaining Space | Starfire Direct
How to Transform Your Home into an Unforgettable Winter Entertaining Space
Jan 4, 2017
Reasons to Use Fire Glass in Your Fire Feature
Reasons to Use Fire Glass in Your Fire Feature
Jul 7, 2016
The Freestanding Ethanol Fireplace: A Stylish Hearth for Less | Starfire Direct
The Freestanding Ethanol Fireplace: A Stylish Hearth for Less
Mar 3, 2015
Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces: Energy and Cost Efficient | Starfire Direct
Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces: Energy and Cost Efficient
Feb 27, 2015
Gas Fireplaces: Clean and Cost-efficient
Gas Fireplaces: Clean and Cost-efficient
Feb 25, 2015
Gas Fireplace Logs Add a Rustic Touch to Your Hearth | Starfire Direct
Gas Fireplace Logs Add a Rustic Touch to Your Hearth
Jan 9, 2015