Homes with fireplaces offer warmth and appeal, but dated details can put a damper on the overall aesthetic. Consider what decorative pieces on the mantel you can update. Look at the tile or brick ...

I just got off the phone with my wife, she was hysterical. Apparently a squirrel fell down the chimney in our house and is now trapped in the fireplace. I told her to barricade the doors so it could ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

There are certain areas and features of our home that tend to become neglected when it comes to keeping them clean, and a fireplace is one of them. Traditional fireplaces may need regular upkeep, ...