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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
Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete Gravity Fire Pit and Beton Fire Pit Starfire Designs
Concrete Elegance: The Beton Series and Gravity Series Fire Pits
Nov 5, 2021
Is a fireplace expensive?
Is Installing a Fireplace Expensive?
Sep 24, 2021
Certified gas inspector runs through gas fire pit checklist for safety
Gas Fire Pit Safety Checklist: Before You Ignite!
Aug 27, 2021
Pushing the Limits: Baruch Carman of Starfire Direct
Pushing the Limits: Baruch Carman of Starfire Direct
Jun 24, 2021
Enjoying the Spice of Life: Steven Kinsey of Starfire Direct
Enjoying the Spice of Life: Steven Kinsey of Starfire Direct
Apr 29, 2021
Why NFI Certification Should Matter to You
Why NFI Certification Should Matter to You
Apr 15, 2021
Finding a Better Way: Emily Lozano of Starfire Direct
Finding a Better Way: Emily Lozano of Starfire Direct
Apr 2, 2021
Starfire Designs Decorative Fire Pit Venting Panel
Why Does My Fire Pit Need to Be Vented?
Mar 19, 2021
Growing Love: Guillermo Venegas de Leon of Starfire Direct | Starfire Direct
Growing Love: Guillermo Venegas de Leon of Starfire Direct
Feb 25, 2021
How to Prep for Spring | Starfire Direct
How to Prep for Spring
Feb 12, 2021
The Future of Online Shopping | Starfire Direct
The Future of Online Shopping
Feb 3, 2021
Adventure Awaits: Jesse Warner of Starfire Direct | Starfire Direct
Adventure Awaits: Jesse Warner of Starfire Direct
Jan 13, 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
Planning for Fall & Winter During an Inventory Shortage | Starfire Direct
Planning for Fall & Winter During an Inventory Shortage
Oct 9, 2020
How to Pick the Right Fire Media | Starfire Direct
How to Pick the Right Fire Media
Aug 14, 2020
How to Maintain Your Outdoor Furniture & Fire Pits | Starfire Direct
How to Maintain Your Outdoor Furniture & Fire Pits
Jul 17, 2020
How To Prep For Summer | Starfire Direct
How To Prep For Summer
Jun 18, 2020
Upcoming Trends and Inspiration for 2020 | Starfire Direct
Upcoming Trends and Inspiration for 2020
May 11, 2020
Concrete Fire Features by Prism Hardscapes | Starfire Direct
Concrete Fire Features by Prism Hardscapes
Apr 15, 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
DIY Propane Fire Pit | Starfire Direct
Build your DIY Propane Fire Pit
Aug 19, 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
Tariffs: Why You Should Buy Now | Starfire Direct
Tariffs: Why You Should Buy Now
Jun 27, 2019
Exciting Looks You Can Shop for This Summer | Starfire Direct
Exciting Looks You Can Shop for This Summer
Jun 3, 2019
Patio Dining Must-Haves | Starfire Direct
Patio Dining Must-Haves
May 28, 2019