Clean brick fireplaces with a vinegar-and-water mix, avoiding harsh chemicals that can damage porous brick. Vacuum, scrub gently in small sections, and finish with a brick sealer once dry. Keep it ...

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Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

HOMEOWNERS unknowingly throw away ashes from their fireplaces that could be used for eco-friendly cleaning. Many areas of the home can be sparkling and odor-free without splurging money on expensive ...

"With glass doors, the sky is the limit," says Patterson. "Doors can dramatically change the look of a fireplace, and there are doors to fit anybody's taste." "Most purchases here are doors," says ...