25 September 2014
Now is the time to start stacking firewood for fall and winter if you haven’t already. Homeowners may be trying to find the best tool to use to chop and split wood. Wetterling axes in Providence, RI are now available to help in cutting and splitting wood into pieces that can be easily stacked in place. Everyone has their own 'correct' way to cut, split and stack a firewood, but there certainly an appropriate tool...
18 September 2014
Because the weather has become autumnal, solid copper fire pits in Seekonk, MA are in demand because they serve as a cost-effective alternative for heating. With these functional and stylish fire pits, you can extend the outdoor season and continue having a good time in your backyard at home. Solid copper fire pits burn wood, a sustainable energy source. That means you can enjoy plenty of environment-friendly heat to warm your loved ones. Fire pits...
12 September 2014
Wood burning fireplaces allows your living space to be more comfortable. They add extra heat to homes and rooms to keep you from being cold while relaxing after work in the fall and winter But they also add an extra touch of beauty to any house. Fireplaces also help cut down on energy costs because they are more cost-effective than other heating appliances that are dependent on fossil fuels. For these reasons, wood fireplaces have...
8 September 2014
Fireplaces in Seekonk, MA are designed to heat homes efficiently during a cold weather. Apart from providing a cozy atmosphere where you can relax and be comfortable especially during fall and winter, they are also perfect in delivering an appealing visual effect to the room in which they are located. The necessity of having a reliable, more efficient and more economical source of heat during the long cold months has caused the demand for fireplaces...
1 September 2014
Fire pits in Providence, RI are a perfect way to warm up on a cool evening as the fall gradually slides in to replace summer. But even when those warm and lively nights have gone by, you can still enjoy the evening and the beauty of the outdoors with just a simple addition to your backyard, patio, or garden. You may want to consider the style of a fire pit when purchasing one because it...
25 August 2014
Who says enjoying the outdoors is no longer possible as the summer comes to a close? Well, a solid copper fire pit is all you need to warm an outdoor space for fall. With it perfectly placed on your patio or in your backyard as the season shifts from warm to cold, you can have outdoor get-togethers without getting chilled. Fire pits in Seekonk, MA have the deepest bowl the market allows for larger and...
15 August 2014
Autumn is the season when the weather starts getting cold and when the arrival of night comes noticeably earlier. As summer shifts to winter, autumn is a perfect time to prepare for heating your home. Late summer and early fall is the time to start splitting and stacking wood for the coming cold season. In times like this, it is always a good to choose the hand forged Wetterlings axes. Wetterlings has been producing the...
31 July 2014
Storage Sheds in Seekonk, MA are so versatile and durable that they are becoming more and more popular. They can be found in a variety of sizes, shapes, and shades. Having a storage shed of your own can give you various benefits as there are many things that you can use a storage shed for. Below are just two of the many things you can do with a new shed. Space for Storage The main...
23 July 2014
For most homeowners, re-organizing possessions as the seasons change it a must. This way we can make sure that the items we need are always accessible. For example, in the summer we can let kiddie toys, cookout goodies, and beach stuff come out of our storage sheds in Providence, RI. We all have our various and numerous seasonal possessions. That is why having a storage shed is an advantageous investment. Not only can we benefit...
12 July 2014
Who hasn't dreamed of living in a tree house? It is now possible to make wonderful memories of your fun-filled backyard adventures in a tree house even if you do not have big tree at home. Tree houses are often built for recreation and other leisure purposes. Wouldn't it be great for your kids to experience playing in a tree house? What better way to enjoy the warm season than playing at your Fantasy Tree-House...
2 July 2014
When your garage or other space at home is running low and you still have a lot of stuff that needs to be stored and put in order, a stylish and spacious outdoor storage shed is just the type of functional space you need. Storage sheds in Providence RI are a space-expanding solution to keep and arrange personal belongings like kids toys and yard tools. Save your garage and the attic space for what they...
24 June 2014
Outdoor grills, come in a variety of sizes from a mini to extra-large. Whichever size you choose, grills can give you an fun outdoor cooking experience. Learn to cook several foods at once or experiment with baking and roasting on them too. But of course, to get the most from your grill, you need to know how to take care of them so they can last for many years. Below are tips on how to...
17 June 2014
Swing sets can be for everyday use, but they can also be the theme for your child's birthday party when you give one as a gift. Add a creative twist to your child’s birthday this summer by making a wooden swing set the centerpiece of the celebration. Swing sets in Providence, RI can create fun summer memories for your kids. Your family and your child’s friends will surely love the fun a swing set can...
9 June 2014
Vinyl storage sheds in Providence, RI can be considered as a valuable addition to any property, particularly for those with limited indoor space. Adding a shed is a convenient way to add the much needed storage space for your gardening tools or outdoor area for your temporary office. A vinyl shed is a practical choice because it is easy to install and requires little to no maintenance. Vinyl siding will not be damaged by mold,...
30 May 2014
Swing sets come in several sizes and set-ups, from the most basic model to the most extreme. Below are a few guidelines you should take into account when purchasing or ordering a custom-designed swing set. Yard Size Beyond thinking about your budget, the most important thing to consider when purchasing a swing set is the size of the yard. Photos can give the wrong idea regarding the size of a swing set featured. Even buying a...
22 May 2014
Swing sets are safe and fun for kids and their friends this season. A backyard swing set is the perfect place for kids to play with friends, without having to worry about their safety. Most of the time kids spend on play sets is on the swings. Why not provide at-home entertainment for your kids in your backyard by buying and installing your own wooden swing set. It is more convenient for parents than heading...
15 May 2014
The snow and ice storms of winter are gone, which means it's time to get your gas grill or charcoal grill ready for the new season! Memorial Day Weekend is coming which, for many, marks the start of the grilling season. Cooking on a grill is one of the best parts of the summer. BBQ lovers anticipate this time of the year. But as you dust off your grill for the first spring cookout, you...
12 May 2014
Winter may be gone, but homes on the Cape or near the water in RI can often benefit from a fire at night during the spring and early summer. Wood is good to warm your home, but if you only want a nighttime fire to chase away the chill, wouldn't it be better to have a fire in the hearth with just a push of a button? Gas fireplaces give you a lot more convenience,...
2 May 2014
Spring is here. Many homeowners are beginning to clean up hearths and chimneys now that the cold weather season is over. As the cold weather starts, it is fun to get the fireplace ready, but now that the warm weather is here, it is just as fun to shut it down. Spring season also means that animals, birds and other critters are starting to come out of hibernation, or are starting to build their homes....
24 April 2014
Eastern Jungle Gym is one of the biggest names in wooden swing sets. Right now the Fireplace Showcase is having a sale on Eastern Jungle Gyms displays and the installation is only $199. Even just the names of these imaginative wooden swing sets make you think of fun, childhood play. Names like Dream, Fantasy, Sky, and Dreamscape make kids and adults want to play. Get your kids outside and help them recapture your child’s imagination...
11 April 2014
The warm weather is here. It is time to uncover all of that spring yard equipment, and it is also time to put away the snow blower, snow shovels, sleds, and winter gear from the spring. It might also be the time to buy an outdoor storage shed so that you can finally have a spot for all of this expensive equipment. As homeowners, it gets more and more difficult through the years to find...
4 April 2014
If you are making any types of changes to your home, anything from a new roof to a new patio and gas grill, you need to head to the Rhode Island Home Show this weekend. If it is a new grill you are in the market for, head over to booth #701 to see the Fireplace Showcase where we will be raffling off a new Napoleon portable gas grill. For tailgate season, beach time, festivals...
26 March 2014
This spring you don’t have to let parenting get in the way of getting your exercise. If you have kids, it can be even easier than ever to exercise, you can make it part of your playtime together on an wooden swing set. "I love going out and playing with my kids on the wooden swing set," says a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist. "If we play for 20 minutes five times a week, I'm...
21 March 2014
Spring is fast approaching, and right behind it comes summer. Nothing says warm days, and stay-at-home vacations like wooden swing sets. Summer is fun, but it can be hectic. Swing sets and jungle gyms are the perfect way to keep the kids occupied, busy and active during the long days of summer. Eastern Jungle Gyms has been designing wooden swingsets for 21 years. Their innovative swing set designs, quality Cedar construction and exceptional value is...
14 March 2014
Believe it or not, spring is around the corner in Providence. Soon it will be time to store the snow blowers, shovels, ice-melt and time to break out the lawn mowers, bikes, yard tools and toys. Do you have a storage problem? As homeowners, we tend to accumulate things – tools, toys, equipment and general ‘stuff’. If you have a storage dilemma, now may be the time to start looking at wooden storage sheds. If...
6 March 2014
It has been a long, cold winter, but spring is right around the corner. The days are getting longer and the evenings are brighter. It is time to start thinking about firing up the gas grill. Grilling enthusiasts are excited for this time of year. March and longer days is a reminder of spring nights and relaxing weekends. But, you need the right gas grill for all your grilling needs. Vermont Castings gas grills are...
27 February 2014
If you are interested in adding a wood stove or pellet stove or a gas, wood or pellet stove insert to your home, the time is now. This is your last chance to take advantage of the stove and fireplace insert sale. You may think that winter is almost over, but really there couldn’t be a better time to add a stove or fireplace insert to your home. The sale is going on now, there...
22 February 2014
Beat the chill and create warm memories by curling up next to a wood, gas or coal burning stove or fireplace insert. Vermont Castings has been THE name in wood, gas and coal stoves for over 35 years. In New England, we want tradition and quality that will last. Vermont-made wood burning stoves answer the call for workmanship, quality and beauty. Now through March 16th, you can save up to $400 instantly when you purchase...
14 February 2014
If you heat your home with oil or propane, it has been a tough winter for you. With temperatures well below average, and the late in the season snow, you are most likely anxious for the winter to end. If you have natural gas in your home, you can heat your home more efficiently without replacing your oil furnace and tank. Adding a gas fireplace insert to your home supplements your home heating and gives...
6 February 2014
It is not too late to start heating your home more efficiently. If you heat with oil, but have natural gas in the house, you have numerous options. In fact, by adding a gas stove or gas fireplace insert to help heat your home, you can reduce the price of your oil bill by quite a bit. Heating with natural gas is less expensive than oil. In fact, a new gas stove or gas fireplace...
30 January 2014
This winter has been very cold. Arctic blasts have kept furnaces running and utility bills are getting higher and higher. Rooms that have been previously hard to heat have become even harder to keep warm. If you are trying to combat the seasons heating bills, consider adding a pellet stove or pellet stove insert to your home. Pellet stoves and inserts are a great way to heat your home. Pellet heat offers you the beauty...
24 January 2014
The temperatures are way below average cold. The easiest way to improve your home heating this winter is with a new pellet stove. Pellet stoves are easy to install because they can be vented through any outside wall, they don’t need an existing chimney or a high-tech expensive chimney. Pellet stoves are cleaner burning, more efficient, and powerful enough to heat an average-sized, home. For a renewable source of energy and no more fluctuating fuel...
16 January 2014
Your fireplace is the focal point of your home, providing warmth and ambiance. Now you can change the look, feel and efficiency of an older open fireplace with glass fireplace doors and screens. Fireplace doors and screens are available in a wide variety of styles and finishes to match any style and décor. Custom fireplace glass doors are also available for those who really want their fireplace to be framed like a piece of art....
10 January 2014
Heat & Glo modern gas fireplace inserts lead the industry in technology, design and safety. Even after countless patents, awards and honors, Heat & Glo remains driven to prove “No one builds a better fire.” Fireplace inserts make your open fireplace more efficient. In fact, gas inserts are more efficient than most furnaces. Transform an existing fireplace opening. A reflective black glass interior and a long ribbon of flame deliver unmatched style. Add ambiance to...
2 January 2014
If your fireplace is older and wide open, your home isn’t getting the optimum amount of warmth from a wood burning fire that it could with a fireplace insert. If your home was built without a fireplace, you can still enjoy the warmth and ambiance of a burning fire, just add a fireplace to your home. Homeowners in Providence, RI who don’t have a fireplace in their home can have a fireplace retailer create one....
19 December 2013
The snow is here, the cold has set in and the furnace cannot seem to keep up. This winter is predicted to be unseasonable cold, and it seems that has been the trend so far. With fossil fuel prices traditionally rising as winter progresses, many homeowners can expect to pay more than ever on heating their homes. But it does not have to be that way. Wood burning stoves can help heat your home and...
12 December 2013
If you are still considering a better and more efficient way to heat your home, it is worth considering pellet stoves or pellet stove inserts. Pellet stoves and pellet stove inserts are a popular way to heat a home because they are inexpensive to run and easy to use. Additionally, the pellet stoves of today are more attractive with a prettier fire than when they were first developed. If you don’t have an open hearth...
5 December 2013
Homeowners may qualify for a federal tax credit for making improvements or installing pellet or wood burning stoves or fireplace inserts in order to boost the energy-efficiency of a home. If you haven't already claimed a tax credit of $500 or more for eligible home improvements, then you may be able to take advantage of the tax credit before the end of the year. Keep in mind, the improvements must be done to your primary...
27 November 2013
What if we told you there’s a way to cook your Thanksgiving turkey that’s faster, easier and less messy than roasting it in the oven? Want a new, better and different way to cook your turkey for Thanksgiving this year? If so, Fireplace Showcase, a grill and fireplace supplier in Seekonk, urges you to consider our favorite grilled turkey recipe from Food Network star Alton Brown. It’ll also make your turkey taste great: think moist,...
21 November 2013
The weather is getting colder. Winter storms are on the way. Did you have heat last year when the power went out? If not, consider heating with wood. Wood heat is a great way to heat your home, supplement your home heating, or add efficiency to your open fireplace. But one of the best benefits, wood burning stoves and fireplace inserts provide heat even when you have no power. A big plus for those with...
14 November 2013
We are in for a winter with temperatures that are expected to be lower than normal. If you are looking for a better, more economical way to heat your home then take advantage of the advice from the National Electric Companies. Electric companies are touting the advantages supplementing home heating systems with wood heat. If you are interested in decreasing your home energy bills then take a look at wood burning fireplace inserts. Wood burning...
8 November 2013
If you use your hearth for ambiance rather than as a heat source, you can still make your fireplace more efficient without spending thousands of dollars. If you have a tradition open masonry fireplace, add glass fireplace doors to increase efficiency. In addition, fireplace doors will make your fireplace more beautiful, changing the look and feel of the entire room. You don’t need a new wood or gas stove or fireplace insert to make your...
31 October 2013
Does your home have a traditional, open wood-burning fireplace that you don’t want or like to use? A new fireplace insert can give your existing fireplace a whole new look with choices that can be more efficient or convenient. There are natural gas fireplace inserts, as well as fireplace inserts that are like wood stoves and pellet stoves. Fireplace inserts are designed to go into existing fireplaces that meet the current standards of the Building...
24 October 2013
The home heating prices will rise this winter. However, if you heat your home, or supplement your home heating, with a pellet stove, then you don’t have to worry. Under the expectation that home heating will be more expensive this winter homeowners want a better, more easily budgeted, more efficient way to stay comfortable in their homes. Pellet stoves are the answer. Add ambiance, enjoy a fire, and increase your home heating efficiency with pellet...
17 October 2013
The cooler weather is fast approaching and many homeowners are thinking about buying fireplaces or fireplace inserts for their homes. When buying a new fireplace for your home, there are many things you should consider. Here are some things to think about before you commit to buying: What is the fireplace’s main purpose? Consider if this fireplace is for heat and efficiency or more for appearance. If the room is not wide open, don’t plan...
10 October 2013
Cold weather is on the way and this week the government forecast that most households will pay more for heat this winter. Many may pay near-record prices to keep warm. The primary reason that more than 90% of homes will incur higher heating expenses is because prices will be higher. Homes using natural gas for heat will pay about 13% higher than a year ago, at about an average $11 per thousand cubic feet. Homes...
4 October 2013
Don’t let the warm weather forecasted for this weekend fool you. The temperatures will be dropping very soon, especially at night. Wood burning and pellet stove inserts are a better, easier, more efficient way to heat your home. Not to mention, you will get a $300 tax rebate at the end of the year for buying one. Wood fireplace inserts and pellet stove inserts are more efficient than open fireplaces and more efficient than...
26 September 2013
Fall is here. Time to buy a shed. Have you been looking for a place to store bikes, lawn mowers, kiddie pools, yard tools, and wheelbarrow? A backyard shed is the perfect solution. They are attractive, spacious and versatile. A shed gives you additional storage for the seasonal stuff that all home owners acquire. There are many benefits to adding a storage shed to your yard. Here are a few. 1. Storage If...
19 September 2013
The cooler weather is fast approaching, and soon homeowners will begin lighting fires to warm their homes and to relax in front of. But, before you light that fire, there are some precautions you should take to make sure your fireplaces and chimneys are safe. Early fall is the perfect time to schedule a chimney cleaning. Fires in fireplaces, inserts or wood stoves leave a residue, called creosote, that can stick to the lining of...
5 September 2013
There is more than one reason why now is the perfect time to consider your home heating for this winter. If you have been paying too much to heat your home during the winter months, wood and pellets burning stoves and inserts make your home heating much more efficient. Biomass stoves and inserts are those that burn either wood or pellets and this is a cheaper, warmer way to heat. Rather than replace an...