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Turn your fireplace into a reliable, efficient centerpiece with practical, illustrated guidance. Learn how to design, build, and maintain a fire that warms the room and the heart.
This book offers clear, illustrated instruction for homeowners and amateur builders who want a well‑functioning fireplace. It covers the why and how of fireplace design, from choosing the right opening and flue to selecting materials that stand up to heat and smoke. The guidance emphasizes practical, real‑world outcomes rather than theory, helping you avoid common mistakes.
Inside you’ll find structured help on construction, mantels and facing, improving poorly performing fireplaces, and the essential accessories that make a fireplace safer and more convenient. The text is complemented by illustrations that show different styles and types, from formal to informal settings, and provides tips for adapting the design to your home.
- How to size the opening and flue for steady heat and comfortable drafts
- Choosing materials such as brick, stone, tile, or concrete for durable, attractive facings
- Ways to fix a smoking or poorly drawing fireplace without major renovations
- Practical advice on accessories, screens, and tool storage to enhance safety and usability
Ideal for readers undertaking home improvement projects, remodeling, or simply upgrading their living space with a functional, inviting fireplace.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to constructing fireplaces, andirons, and other fireside accessories. It begins with an introduction to the history and evolution of fireplaces, tracing their development from a necessity to a luxury. The author emphasizes the importance of proper construction, discussing the two vital principles that should be observed in the design of any fireplace: the relationship between the size of the opening and the size of the flue, and the introduction of a smoke shelf and smoke chamber. Various materials for the hearth and facing such as stone, brick, cement, and tile are explored along with their advantages and disadvantages. The book also provides guidance on the selection and use of fireplace accessories such as andirons, tools, and screens, offering practical advice on how to build a proper fire and achieve optimal burning efficiency. Filled with diagrams, photographs, and expert insights, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to create a beautiful, functional, and enjoyable fireplace in their home. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332238545_0
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