Fireplaces

There could be several reasons why a gas fireplace won't stay lit. It could be due to a faulty thermocouple, dirty pilot light orifice, inadequate gas flow, or a malfunctioning gas valve. It is recommended to have a professional inspect and repair the fireplace to ensure it operates safely.

Dense wood burns better because it contains more energy in the form of potential heat due to its higher wood fiber content. This allows it to sustain combustion for longer periods of time and produce more heat compared to less dense wood types.

A cord of firewood typically weighs between 2,500 to 3,000 pounds, depending on the type of wood and moisture content.

Yes, the density of wood affects the rate of burning. Denser wood burns slower because it contains more material that needs to be heated up and burned off. Less dense wood burns faster because there is less material to be consumed.

To build a wood-burning sauna, you will need to construct a sauna room with proper insulation, ventilation, benches, and a heat-resistant stove. The stove is typically made of metal or stone and is designed to hold heated rocks for generating steam. Ensure proper safety measures are in place to prevent fire hazards and make sure to follow local building codes and regulations.

Because heat is a big factor in starting and keeping a fire. You have air, and fuel, and the heat is already factored in. The wood that is already there burning helps too because the fact that it is burning means that most of the wood is dry, and dry wood burns much faster than wet or damp wood. Plus, the dry burning wood dries out any new wood that is placed on top of it, making all of the wood dry, which is the same as stacking tinder, as it is already ready to be set ablaze.

Burning a log in the fireplace involves a chemical reaction because it undergoes combustion, reacting with oxygen to produce heat, light, and new chemical compounds like carbon dioxide and water vapor. Sawing a log in half is a physical change where the log is simply being cut into smaller pieces without any chemical reactions occurring.

On mine if you turn the nob clockwise, that openes the damper. If you trun the now counter clockwise that closes the damper. Yours may be different. Let me think. Did you have anything in your stocking this morning?

Fireplace crystals change the color of a flame because of their chemistry of combustion. The crystals have different chemical compounds in them, and each compound gives off a certain color light when it is burned. You experience the wonderful effects of this every year when you watch fireworks. The people who make fireworks know (just as do the people who make fireplace crystals) what chemical compounds will burn with a bright red flame, what ones make the brilliant blues and which the superb greens.

Yes, cherry wood is often used as firewood because it burns relatively cleanly and produces a pleasant aroma. However, it is important to ensure the wood is properly seasoned to avoid excessive smoke and creosote buildup in your fireplace. Additionally, be sure to follow any local regulations or guidelines regarding burning wood for heat.

No, it will cause the wood to expand and eventually crack into a million small, tiny peices No, it will cause the wood to expand and eventually crack into a million small, tiny peices No, it will cause the wood to expand and eventually crack into a million small, tiny peices No, it will cause the wood to expand and eventually crack into a million small, tiny peices

Yes! For indoor fireplaces simply scoop an upper layer off the top with a strainer and wash it with the garden hose.

For large outdoor fire pits squirt it off with a fan spray than keep a cover on it when not in use.

Tantalized wood is industrially treated with the tanalith preservative. Tanalith treated wood is highly toxic and should not be burned in open fires or in homes. The chemicals released in the smoke and concentrated in the ashes is toxic and causes a variety of flu-like symptoms that vary depending on the severity of exposure.

A few materials that can create a very hot fire include magnesium, thermite, and certain rocket fuels like hydrazine. These materials burn at extremely high temperatures, reaching over 4000 degrees Fahrenheit.

Muriatic acid reacts with cement, concrete, and limestone. It may not be suitable for removing an oil based or water based sealer from these products. If you know what type of sealer it was, contact the manufacturer for information.

No. The safe and proper application of FireCrystals is in fully vented, fireplace (open to room air and vented through the roof) with a gas supply of preferably natural gas, although propane can be adapted with the proper hardware. Exceptions may apply.

Fire is the reaction of wood with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide, water, carbon, hydrogen, and energy. More oxygen equals more energy/ more wind equals more fire. Too much wind will blow out the fire because wood needs to be a certain temperature to ignite and excess wind will carry away the hot air that keeps the fire going.

Burning foam seat cushions releases toxic fumes and particles such as carbon monoxide, dioxins, and other harmful chemicals. These fumes can pose serious health risks when inhaled and can also damage the wood stove and chimney. It is best to dispose of foam seat cushions safely and in accordance with local regulations.

Yes, stainless steel screws can be safely used with galvanized connectors on pressure-treated wood without any compatibility issues. Both stainless steel and galvanized materials provide good corrosion resistance, making them suitable for outdoor applications. Just be sure to use screws with an appropriate length and size for the connectors to ensure a secure connection.

Yes, you can use muriatic acid to clean a stone fireplace, but it is important to dilute it with water before application as it is a strong acid. Test a small area first to ensure it does not damage the stone, and be sure to follow safety precautions such as wearing protective gear and working in a well-ventilated area.

Electric heat is sometimes looked at under the heading of resistance heating. Somewhere in the heater is a resistive material through which the electric current is passed. Recall that there is always a bit of resistance in wires and such, but not much. This resistive element is selected because it resists current flow. It's a conductor, but not a very good one. When current is forced through this resistive material, it gets hot. Making current flow through a material is easy or hard. There's a fair amount of variation across materials. The specific material and its atomic or molecular structure will determine what Fermi energy levels the valence electrons are hanging out in. If these electrons can be easily accelerated by applying a voltage, the material is a conductor. The so-called conduction band is low enough that it overlaps the energy bands of the valence electrons. If the conduction band is very high above the energy of the valence bands, the material is an insulator. And there are materials that exhibit properties across an array between these extremes. It's a matter of selecting something that conducts, but well. By picking something like nichrome wire and incorporating it in an electric heater as the resistance medium, we can get that wire to generate heat by forcing electric current through it. A kitchen toaster has nichrome wire strung inside it. That's what's glowing and toasting the slice of bread. Got a hair drayer in the house? Yup, there's a nichrome wire heater inside.

On windy days, the wind passing over the top of the chimney draws more air up the flue. This draws more air from the house into the fireplace, providing more oxygen to the fire, causing it to burn more intensely.

We used to keep a block of paraffin wax wrapped in cheescloth. Once in awhile, we would run the hot iron over the wax and wipe off the residue. This resulted in a slick, clean iron.

To remove melted plastic and fabrics, heat at low setting just until material softens, and scrape off with a smooth piece of wood, a wooden spatula or half a clothespin. If some remains, make a paste with baking soda and water and rub or try silver polish. Wipe off with damp cloth. For a non-stick soleplate, rub gently with nylon mesh pad and suds. Acetone or nail polish remover may remove melted polyester.

[Info from the Home Maintenance And Repair Database at the Michigan State University website]

Fabric stores carry an iron cleaning product in the notions department. It is a thick cream that is applied to a hot iron and rubbed around with an old towel. I've used it for years.

The name is iron-off, I think it is made by fritz.

YOu can also clean molten plastic off a nonstick iron with a bit of salt. Put a tablespoon of salt onto a paper towel, and scrub the hot iron onto it.

I'm a very careless ironer and often have to spend time freeing the soleplate from a build up of melted fabric ( I presume that's all it is- anything else would clean off easily with a damp rag?) I've tried all the methods above ( most of which basically scratch the stuff off- not what you want with a non-stick soleplate) and found that on a teflon soleplate the thing that works best is nail polish remover; dunk a wadge of cotton wool in the polish, then wrap it over the end of a wooden spatula, then you can 'scrub' hard without burning your fingers and it REALLY DOES work! I was afraid the polish might damage the teflon, but so far it looks intact. Hope this helps someone.

There is no specific data available on the number of gas fires purchased per year in the US. The market for gas fires is influenced by various factors such as demand, trends, and economic conditions, making it difficult to provide an exact figure. It is recommended to consult industry reports or market research companies for more precise information.