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Dear James: It’s a mess carrying firewood indoors, so I want to modernize my old brick fireplace with one that uses gas logs. Are there any tips on how to do this project myself? — Kathy H. Dear Kathy ...

Dear Jim I want to add a decorative fireplace with vent-free gas logs. The flames look realistic and it is simple to install myself. The salesman said they are 100 percent efficient. Is that true and ...

Q: I want to add a decorative fireplace with vent-free gas logs. The flames look realistic and it is simple to install myself. The salesman said they are 100 percent efficient. Is that true and are ...

If you plan to use a ventless fireplace to save money, make sure you consider the safety concerns. Some service providers say unvented fireplaces burn more efficiently than their vented gas-powered ...