Fireplaces are just so nice to have and look at.
Fireplaces are very useful too, aside from being such elegant works of art.
Sometimes, we can get hooked at them for hours just by looking at the fire dance in front of us and enjoying the cozy feeling.
When winter comes, we have our fireplaces to thank for giving us warmth and comfort.
Indeed, these are the few reasons why many people loves fireplaces in their home.
But as we know, a fireplace may cause a huge mess if it wasn't maintained well.
At worst cases, a fireplace may even burn down a property.
Knowing this, it is important that every fireplace owner knows how to properly take care and maintain their fireplace.
It is important that the fireplace is cleaned regularly.
Here are a few reminders to ensure that your fireplace will be able to serve its purpose at its very best.
First and foremost, always make sure that your fireplace has cooled down before you start cleaning it.
Should you have the traditional fireplace, make sure that there are no more hot coal and such - obviously so you won't get burned.
If you have the modern gas fireplace, then make sure that it has been off for about a day or so.
The traditional fireplaces are harder to clean and maintain since that it requires the use of wood and coal.
Therefore, these fireplaces are more prone to ashes and soot.
Make sure that you have spread newspaper around your fireplace area so that the dirt won't get into your other appliances, decorations, and most of all carpets.
Also, close the doors and windows near you to make sure that the wind cannot blow soot and ashes around the room.
You may use a vacuum cleaner as well as a shovel and a bucket.
You will use these tools in taking out the ashes from your fireplace and bring them to the trash.
You may even clean your fireplace with soap and water if you want.
Do not forget to clean your accessories (brass, irons, grills, etc.
) as well.
The modern gas fireplaces on the other hand are a lot easier to clean.
You just have to make sure that you know how to disassemble and reassemble your parts.
You can wipe the glass with paper towels and any regular glass cleaner.
Also, make sure that you clean the vents by wiping it with damp cloth.
It's that easy.
Again, just ensure that you know how to disassemble and assemble the parts and you're all set.
In cleaning your fireplaces, make sure that you always wear protective clothing.
Definitely, cleaning a fireplace is a messy task and you don't want your non-work clothing to be filled with soot and ashes.
Always wear goggles to protect your eyes and make sure you have a surgical mask or any kind of nose cover that will filter out the ashes and soot that you may breathe.
Technically, cleaning fireplaces is pretty easy whether it is the traditional wood burning fireplace or the modern gas fireplace.
Just keep in mind these reminders and you may even enjoy the process.
Fireplaces are very useful too, aside from being such elegant works of art.
Sometimes, we can get hooked at them for hours just by looking at the fire dance in front of us and enjoying the cozy feeling.
When winter comes, we have our fireplaces to thank for giving us warmth and comfort.
Indeed, these are the few reasons why many people loves fireplaces in their home.
But as we know, a fireplace may cause a huge mess if it wasn't maintained well.
At worst cases, a fireplace may even burn down a property.
Knowing this, it is important that every fireplace owner knows how to properly take care and maintain their fireplace.
It is important that the fireplace is cleaned regularly.
Here are a few reminders to ensure that your fireplace will be able to serve its purpose at its very best.
First and foremost, always make sure that your fireplace has cooled down before you start cleaning it.
Should you have the traditional fireplace, make sure that there are no more hot coal and such - obviously so you won't get burned.
If you have the modern gas fireplace, then make sure that it has been off for about a day or so.
The traditional fireplaces are harder to clean and maintain since that it requires the use of wood and coal.
Therefore, these fireplaces are more prone to ashes and soot.
Make sure that you have spread newspaper around your fireplace area so that the dirt won't get into your other appliances, decorations, and most of all carpets.
Also, close the doors and windows near you to make sure that the wind cannot blow soot and ashes around the room.
You may use a vacuum cleaner as well as a shovel and a bucket.
You will use these tools in taking out the ashes from your fireplace and bring them to the trash.
You may even clean your fireplace with soap and water if you want.
Do not forget to clean your accessories (brass, irons, grills, etc.
) as well.
The modern gas fireplaces on the other hand are a lot easier to clean.
You just have to make sure that you know how to disassemble and reassemble your parts.
You can wipe the glass with paper towels and any regular glass cleaner.
Also, make sure that you clean the vents by wiping it with damp cloth.
It's that easy.
Again, just ensure that you know how to disassemble and assemble the parts and you're all set.
In cleaning your fireplaces, make sure that you always wear protective clothing.
Definitely, cleaning a fireplace is a messy task and you don't want your non-work clothing to be filled with soot and ashes.
Always wear goggles to protect your eyes and make sure you have a surgical mask or any kind of nose cover that will filter out the ashes and soot that you may breathe.
Technically, cleaning fireplaces is pretty easy whether it is the traditional wood burning fireplace or the modern gas fireplace.
Just keep in mind these reminders and you may even enjoy the process.
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