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The Oldest Known Hearth Found In Israel Cave
An ancient limestone cave in the rolling countryside east of Tel Aviv has provided a captivating glimpse into humanity's remote past—the oldest known hearth.
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Real Facts about Anthracite Coal
Coal drove the industrial revolution by providing the power needed for our manufacturing & steel companies that made the materials needed for World Wars I & II.
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Does Your Wood Stove Have a Dirty Little Secret?
Wood stoves manufactured before 1990 are inefficient. They waste firewood, pollute the air in your neighborhood and home, and create dust inside your home.
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What Makes A Chimney Happy?
The simple truth is stoves don’t draft, chimneys do.
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Gas Heat - The No Fuss Fuel
It’s hard to beat gas for sheer convenience.
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The Warmth of Wood
During the 1870s, wood produced 75% America’s energy. But over the years, coal and then oil, reduced wood use until by 1972, wood accounted for only 1% of the energy used in the United States.
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Should I Line My Chimney?
For residential-type, natural draft solid fuel burning appliances, the flue shall meet the following conditions.
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Coal Stove Tips
Welcome to the world of coal burning where there are equal amounts of art and science involved in keeping yourself warm.
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Remote Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshoot your Vermont Castings Remote with this guide.
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Vermont Castings Remote Quick Use Guide
Signature Command System Operations and Indications
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Harman Pellet Stove Cleaning Instructions
Step-by-step instructions for cleaning your Harman Accentra Pellet Stove
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Stove Bright Troubleshooting Guide
Because of the high temperature involved, stove paints are formulated to be used in very particular ways
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How To Buy a Hearth Product
Facts and Information on Buying Hearth Product
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How To Start A Fire In Your Wood Stove
Anybody can start a fire, right? What could be easier? Get some wood and some matches and away you go!
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Stove Paint Initial Firing Process
What is the initial process to fire with new stove paint?
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How To Clean Stove Glass
What is the correct way to clean a ceramic stove glass?
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DIY $215 Wood Shed Plans
Plans (including material list) to store your cords of wood inexpensively.
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Operation of Hand-Fired Anthracite Stove
Starting a coal fire takes time and patience.
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