Dear Jim: I am thinking about using artificial fireplace logs instead of messy real firewood in my open fireplace. Do they burn more efficiently and cleaner than real wood? - Lauren W.

Fireplaces are indisputably cozy. They evoke fresh snow and hot cocoa, winter weekends holed up in rustic cabins, favorite stews simmering on the stove. While installing a real, wood-burning one ...

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Which gas logs are best for your fireplace? Thanks to gas-fueled fireplaces, you can enjoy the warmth and relaxation of a glowing flame without ever having to lift an ax. To finish the look and build ...