26 April 2011
A few years ago we witnessed the same dramatic increase in home heating oil prices that we are seeing right now and pellets and pellet stoves were being bought and installed at record rates. Forecasters are again predicting the slow and steady rise of oil and gas prices and as fuel prices increase there is an increase in the spring and summer sales of pellets and pellet stoves. Take advantage of price savings on pellets...
18 April 2011
Have you ever heard the names of Eastern Jungle Gyms’ swing sets? Dream, Fantasy, Sky, and Dreamscape; the names of these swing sets say it all. Capture your child’s imagination this spring and summer and add a fun, new, wooden swing set to your yard and their adventures. These wooden jungle gyms are designed to fit your yard and your budget. With clubhouses with a large extended tent top or wood roof with standing...
12 April 2011
As you are starting to clean up the yard, put away the winter equipment, and get ready for the warm weather, you may be finding it difficult to find and store all of your yard equipment. Maybe you should consider a storage shed. There are many things to consider when purchasing a shed for your backyard. Do you want vinyl or wood? How big do you want it? What will you be using it for?...
5 April 2011
The warmer weather is on its way, and like many in Massachusetts, you love your hearths, but cannot wait to stop heating your home and open the windows. For many, the time to shut down and clean up the fireplace is just as fun as the first time we light it for the season. It is time to clean out and clean up your fireplaces, stoves, inserts and chimneys. Chimney Caps are an integral...
29 March 2011
For all you sports fans out there who spend more time tailgating in the back yard rather than in the lot, have you seen the team grill? Route for the Red Sox by outfitting your back yard patio with a team grill. Just in time for opening week, you’ll be the talk among fans. The Team Grill Patio Series ALL-STAR is the high-end gas grill designed specifically for sports fans. Combining professional-grade cooking capabilities with officially...
22 March 2011
The grilling season is about to begin, and the Big Green Egg is a grill that is different than your traditional charcoal grill. The grill is ceramic which introduces a whole new element in heat retention. The capacity to withhold heat is one of the most important factors to produce the best charcoal grilling results. It allows for flavor and aroma retention. It got its name because it is shaped like an egg, the...
15 March 2011
Spring is a week away and many of us are excited about getting outside. A solid copper fire pit can help you enjoy a beautiful early spring evening. It is time to relax on the patio enjoy the longer days and brighter nights and shake off those winter cob webs. Invite the neighbors, because with this outdoor fireplace everyone can enjoy themselves with a 360 degree view of the fire. This fire pit is both...
9 March 2011
Save energy costs and contribute to a greener Earth by heating all or part of your home with biomass fuels. U.S. homeowners who purchase a 75%-efficient biomass (wood or pellet) burning stove, fireplace or insert during 2011 can receive a U.S. federal tax credit for 10% of their cost, up to $300. Most of The Fireplace Showcase's heating products qualify for the tax credit. Featuring the industry’s most advanced technologies for heat efficiencies, these products...
3 March 2011
With the price of oil and other traditional fuel sources constantly on the rise, Quadrafire pellet stoves provide consumers with a way to save money while efficiently heating their home. With lower heating costs and big tax credits available, many people are making the switch and choosing to warm their homes in a greener way. The following information can help you understand the basics of using a pellet stove to heat your home and how...
22 February 2011
The Fireplace Showcase, home of Rhode Island and Massachusetts' largest fireplace and stove showroom, offers more than 21 years of experience in helping you select the right stove or insert for your home. Whether its pellet, wood, or gas burning, we offer many different models from a variety of high quality, cost competitive manufacturers including Quadra-Fire, Napoleon, Vermont Castings, Dutchwest, and Monessen. At the Fireplace Showcase we serve as consultants first. Without exception, prior to...
15 February 2011
A Pellet Stove is an integral part of peoples homes so it's vital to keep it happy and healthy. Why not consider these top 5 accessories to keep your appliance looking great and operating properly all year round. 1. A vacuum specially built to reduce Ash Despite the fact that these particular efficient stoves produce much less ash when compared with regular wood burning stoves an ash vacuum will nevertheless be very handy. This machine...
8 February 2011
If you own a wood stove, then you know it can be a wonderful addition to a home. There is something comforting about radiant heat in the wintertime, plus a stove will save you money on your heating bill. Along with the benefits of heating with wood, though, comes the extra work of maintaining your wood stove. Here are some tips to help you maximize its safety and efficiency. First, make sure the stove door...
1 February 2011
Inspired by the setting sun, the Solaris see-through direct vent gas fireplace is the most innovative and unmatched hearth product in the industry. Featuring our patent-pending continuous levitating flames and transparent Razor(TM) burner, the Solaris is a contemporary and award winning fireplace on trend with consumer demands. The Solaris is available in two models. Solaris36-ST is the world's thinnest see-through fireplace with a levitating flame and transparent Razor burner. Solaris 36-MR is a two-sided fireplace...
25 January 2011
Have you ever been into a home in the winter and felt a sense of overwhelming comfort and joy? You probably have, and there's a good reason for that. If you haven't guessed yet, the actual item that made you feel so great was some type of fireplace, and the reason it had that effect was its power to evoke memories. Don't you want this to be the same with your home or apartment with...
18 January 2011
A keystone of backyard cookouts across the nation, the Big Green Egg barbecue is configured for amateur and master chefs who are serious about the caliber of their cooked meat. Based on ancient design precepts, the cooker uses dense ceramic walls with a build similar to that of an egg to hold in heat and reduce charcoal use. The manufacturers claim a 20 pound bag of charcoal will run the Big Green Egg for four...
11 January 2011
Fireplaces and wood stoves are used to help heat homes all across the country during the chilly months of the seasons. And if you have a wood stove then you know that wood heat is a renewable energy source that has many benefits. However, if not careful the use of wood heat can result in problems. So we want to provide some safety tips to remember during the winter time. The first thing to do...
4 January 2011
As the need to prevent the destruction of the environment rises. Environmentalists are trying to design appliances that may be beneficial to human and the environment, one of which is the nature-friendly fireplace, a pellet fireplace insert. Pellet fireplace inserts are made for pellet stoves, a heating device utilizing alternative energies such as compacted sawdust under pressure and biomass fuels. How is this fireplace insert friendly to the environment? Firstly, it applies the principle of...
30 December 2010
We received feedback from customers that our specials on Vermont Casting Wood Pellet Stove are simply the best buying opportunity across the entire region. The same is being said of our great deals on Quadra-Fire Gas Stoves. Of course we already knew this to be true, but it is great to receive your independent confirmation. Take a look at our “Specials Page” and you will see that there are plenty of exceptional offerings still out...
28 December 2010
If you have been thinking why all this hype about a vented gas fireplace, then it is time that you read the following. A Fireplace in general brings back memories of one's grandparents' hearth that radiated warmth, love and not to forget the never ending supply of warm cookies and milk! Well that is a thought that most people relate to when talking about a conventional fireplace. They also think about the times when their...
15 December 2010
A wood-burning fireplace is by far the dirtiest fireplace there is. With the comfort and coziness of real wood burning comes soot, smoke, dirt, dust, debris -- even critters! Plus, it also requires constant maintenance throughout the winter -- removing ashes and adding new wood. However, when it is clean the rewards for having a wood stove far out weigh the maintenance factors. So to help out our fellow wood fireplace lovers we will share...
7 December 2010
Whenever you burn a solid fuel, such as wood, coal, or pellets, in your stove, fireplace, or insert, you will be left with ashes to remove. These ashes must be removed periodically as they can affect both performance and durability of the product. The frequency of this ash removal will depend on the product itself, the type of fuel being burned, and the species of the fuel. Small bits of hot coals removed, mixed and...
30 November 2010
It does not require the skill of an Eagle Scout to make a good fire in your fireplace. You just have to use a tried and trusted fire-starting method and what better way than to use an easy one step method using fatwood? Before you start your fire crumble two or three sheets of paper such as yesterday’s newspaper. Avoid burning plastics or paper with color printing (such as the Sunday comics, magazines, or gift...
23 November 2010
For most people home heating is a necessity, and the traditional forms of heating are now for many simply unaffordable. Due to conflicts creating problems with fuel supply, and increasing global demand, the price of oil is generally increasing. There are several factors driving the rise in prices. The first is a limited supply of the resources, and year on year increase in demand. Looking at this situation, Fireplace Showcase knows we need to diversify...
16 November 2010
Per usual this time of year, The Fireplace Showcase telephones are "heating up". Smart shoppers aren't waiting for the bitter cold to both beautify and increase the enjoyment of their home. Consider the beauty and warmth that a Vermont Castings Sequoia EPA wood fireplace offer you today. The catalytic Sequoia can heat up to 2,500 square feet of your home as efficiently as a wood stove. It’s a new tradition in fireplace design and it’s...
9 November 2010
Fireplaces are amazing to use during those chilly days by all, unfortunately no one enjoys cleaning them either. Ashes are such fine particles that they tend to go everywhere when trying to scoop them up into the garbage. The mess is only part of the problem as the coals can typically remain hot for many days adding to the difficulty of cleaning. Most household vacuums can't withstand the heat to vacuum the ashes and there...
1 November 2010
Included in the 2009 Economic Stimulus legislation signed into law by President Barrack Obama on February 17th, 2009, is a 30% (up to $1,500) consumer tax credit in 2009 and 2010 for the purchase of a 75% efficient biomass-burning stove as measured using a lower heating value. The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association and the Pellet Fuels Institute, succeeded in their efforts improving the tax credit to promote renewable energy and help consumers fight rising...
25 October 2010
It's cold outside and getting into the warmth of the home is first on the list. Once in the door the next stop is in front of the fireplace where the rugs are at the hearth. These rugs keep our feet off the cold floor and protect our homes as a first line of defense from errant sparks and embers. Beauty and safety are possible with a rug in front of the hearth. Safety: While...
18 October 2010
As you all may be well aware of, we have been having a special on certain items this month and had coupons on our site that you could print out and bring to our store. Most of the coupons are money saving coupons that can help you all out for the month of October. Our coupons include $100 off any regular price stove that is regularly priced over $1,000. We also have coupons for $10.00...
11 October 2010
It happens every year. The turkey owns your oven and you are out of oven space. The Fireplace Showcase has your answer. The XL EGG grill which is large enough to grill TWO 20-lb birds for you this Holiday season. Maybe you are not doing turkey this year. The XL EGG will easily do 12 steaks at a time. She really is a grillin’ machine. For many years the Large EGG was our most popular...
4 October 2010
The Fireplace Showcase cares about you and your family. Soon the local news will begin to buzz about area home fires that originate in the chimney. Hopefully those fires remain localized to the chimney, but sadly that is not always the case. Our trained, licensed, and professional chimney technicians have knowledge, experience, and the tools to tackle any job, big or small. We sweep, clean, service, install, repair, and inspect all types of fireplace...
28 September 2010
When living in any home for years (or when moving into a new home) certain things about the home will naturally bother you. For example, that dated fireplace begins to scream at you but your ears tend to tune it out for fear of a huge expense associated with replacing the eyesore. Acquiring a modern and attractive looking fire place is actually quite affordable with The Fireplace Showcase re-facing products and services. Re-facing the fireplace...
22 September 2010
With winter comes that familiar dry New England air. Indoor air quality suffers with the house buttoned down tight. For the health of both your family and delicate wood, think now about how you will keep your home humidified. Introducing one of THE most practical fireplace accessories on the market today, Wood Stovetop Steamers. The Fireplace Showcase steamers come in many shapes and sizes; teapots, animals and other shapes. They are also quite easy to...
15 September 2010
The Fireplace Showcase offers a wide range of fireplace accessories that add to luxury, convenience, and economy to your life. One of the hottest product lines on the market today is Skytech System's fireplace remote control units. Skyteck products put constant control of your fireplace in the palm of your hand. The concept of fireplace remote control is years old but only recently became affordable an affordable fireplace control option. Indeed, you can control the...
10 September 2010
Fireplace mantels are arguably the centerpiece of any fireplace in your home. The mantel is used to store antiques, collectibles, or other personal memorabilia that you would like to share with friends and family. With today's fireplaces, many people opt for a custom fireplace mantel. Here's a look at some of the things you will want to know about a mantel before making a decision. One of the first things you will want to decide...
3 September 2010
For some gas fireplaces have increasingly become a favored choice over traditional fireplaces. They are easy to turn on with the flip of a switch, making them far more convenient to use than wood burning fireplaces. Many gas fireplaces are also available with remote controls and wall thermostats. Gas fireplaces do not require the purchase of wood nor the labor associated with purchase and storage. Avoiding wood piles means avoiding the termite risk that accompanies...
30 August 2010
Our blog generally has a lot of different safety tips or information about stoves and chimneys. You can never be too careful with fire, although the fire is in a controlled environment with our fireplaces or chimneys, accidents can happen. In this blog we'd like to share with you some great information about fireplace screens. They are an essential and important fundamental part to any lovely fireplace you have inserted in your home. Screens...
23 August 2010
A great addition to any family home is a jungle gym. The Fireplace Showcase's "Fantasy Jungle Gyms" offer great opportunities for children to gain confidence, increase strength, mobility, and coordination. A jungle gym creates the opportunity for children to learn how to make use of the different spirals of the body. Spirals are muscle movements that are contracted (rotated inwards) or expanded (outward rotation). Spiral movement maturity is one of the main differences between clumsy...
17 August 2010
In this blog post we will share some safety tips on using your gas grill. Even if you do not own a gas grill it is still a good idea to read on as you or your family inevitably will find yourself in close contact with a “griller”. You would be surprised at the dangerous things people do around flammable gas. When you are barbecuing, only open the propane tank valve half-a-turn. This supplies enough...
13 August 2010
Thinking Of Cleaning Your Chimney Yourself? Read This first. It's important to clean your chimney after a long winter of using your fireplace. If you don't want to have it done professionally, we do offer chimney sweep kits to do-it-yourself. The task of cleaning your own chimney can be a very long and tedious one, it is recommended that you hire the professionals here at Fireplace Showcase, however if you insist on doing it yourself...
6 August 2010
There's really no general rule to how often chimneys should be cleaned, however a thorough chimney inspection will help determine if chimney cleaning is to be done. This should be done once a year in general. After a while creosote, the residue from burning wood, will start to form around the interior walls of the chimney, a build up of 1/8 of an inch or more requires cleaning. It's important to keep your chimney...
2 August 2010
Outdoor grillers look no further for the perfect grill. Fireplace Showcase has what you need. Whether you like to smoke your meats or cook your food at a high heats, the Big Green Egg has the best of both worlds. It is arguably the best outdoor grill on the market in terms of flavor and versatility. Here are some facts about the Big Green Egg to convince you: Porcelain Glazed Ceramic Construction - The Big...
27 July 2010
Regular cleaning of your fireplace is essential if it is to effective and safe. It doesn’t matter whether you have a wood-burning or gas-burning unit. Here at Fireplace Showcase we recommend getting your fireplace cleaned once a year. Our professional chimney sweepers will check all parts, including the chimney draw, fans, pilots, burners, ignition, combustion and vents. Actually, the chimney is one of the most important parts that need to be inspected because it can...
23 July 2010
Yes more and more people in America are buying vent free gas fireplaces. In fact, there are over eight million who prefer vent free gas fireplaces to any other supplemental gas-heating device. This is because of the ease and convenience provided by a vent free gas fireplace. When it comes to appearances, one of the most attractive vent free gas fireplace motifs is Fireplace Showcase’s peninsula design. It offers three viewing surfaces and releases heat...
20 July 2010
Your wood burning stove is the primary heat source for home heating. The catalytic combustor in your wood stove is the heart of your wood stove. Keeping your wood stove operating at its optimum efficiency increases the stoves performance. Installing a catalytic combustor in the wood stove forced all smoke to be re-burnt before it entered the chimney. This resulted in cleaner emissions in the air. The most surprising result of adding the catalytic...
14 July 2010
Some people neglect their fireplace or chimney and figure it cleans itself and nothing bad could ever happen. However, this kind of behavior can end up costing you more than you would pay to have it professionally cleaned. If you can't remember the last time you cleaned your chimney it might be good to contact Fireplace Showcase to schedule an inspection. Here are some tips on how to prevent chimney disaster. Unseasoned wood is...
7 July 2010
Ever wonder how some chimneys stay so intact and clean? The answer is simple -- chimney caps. What are chimney caps? Chimney caps serve a number of purposes, including home safety, preventing disruptive occurrences and avoiding costly repairs. Chimney caps usually are made of aluminum, copper, galvanized or stainless steel. Metal chimneys commonly have caps when purchased, while masonry chimneys may need one added. Your fireplace will be complete with its fresh new chimney cap....
1 July 2010
The increase in greener supplies and appliances is greater than ever now. With the pollution of the air and Earth itself, old traditional appliances are going more environmental friendly. And here at The Fireplace Showcase we strive to satisfy our customers to the fullest. Our pellet stoves are relatively versatile appliances. They are self-igniting and cycle themselves on and off via thermostat. Some of our stoves, with automatic ignition, can be equipped with a remote...
28 June 2010
New England Wood Pellets are in stock now at The Fireplace Showcase. Priced at $259 per ton supply will not last long. Quick delivery is available. New England Pellet is the most experienced and largest pellet manufacturer in the northeastern United States and takes great pride in the quality and craftsmanship that we put in to making our premium-grade pellets. Our stringent quality standards apply to every pellet in every bag and exceed industry standards....
23 June 2010
There is a Big Green Egg to fit everyone's outdoor cooking needs with five sizes ranging from Mini to Extra Large. You can use the EGG® year around in all climates, even in freezing temperatures or during pouring rain. You will find it more versatile than any outdoor cooking appliance on the market, whether comparing it to gas, electric or another charcoal grill, because the EGG is a smoker, a grill and an oven all...