A fireplace can be an asset in a home, even if it hasn't hosted a roaring blaze in decades. Inactive fireplaces supply charm, rather than warmth. But as lovely as they are, chimneys -- both inactive ...

Drafty attics, fireplaces, leaky windows and open vents provide the perfect opportunity for winter's chill to sneak into your house and have you shivering from the cold. Not only does this cause you ...

The winter months usher in a cozy ambiance — warm fireplaces, hot beverages, and snug blankets wrapped around us. For many, these blankets offer more than just comfort; they are powerful tools in ...

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Can you imagine keeping your windows open all winter long? The heat loss, cold drafts and all that money spent on wasted energy would be staggering. But if your home has folding pull-down attic stairs ...

You love the original hardwood floors and charming pocket doors in your gorgeous older home, but boy, does it get cold in the ...

“There is nothing inherently drafty about old houses; in fact, many of them are built with stronger, old growth wood, brick and plaster that are far better insulators than cheaper modern materials,” ...