From raising soil pH to being a line of defense against pests, we bet you didn't know all the ways you can use ash from your fireplace around your property.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A wood-burning stove or fireplace always makes spaces feel more cozy and welcoming. But you can’t build ...

Q: How can I remove wood ash from fireplace brick? Gaithersburg, Md. A: From the picture you sent, it looks as if you’re dealing with ash, soot and a little charcoal — ash being the white and gray ...

A wood-burning stove or fireplace always makes spaces feel more cozy and welcoming. But you can’t build the perfect fire—or keep the surrounding area neat and tidy—without a dedicated fireplace tool ...

Taking reduce, reuse, and recycle to a whole other level. When your cozy fire in your fireplace or fire pit is over, you may only think of putting out the flames and calling it a night. Then, once the ...

There are plenty of things to consider when purchasing fireplace accessories. Among them are, do you want accessories that are primarily practical or both decorative and practical?; Do you need to ...

— Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed’s editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission. One of the regular maintenance tasks that comes with having a fireplace ...