Excerpt from Making a Fireplace<br/><br/>Has been associated with the race as far back almost as the home itself. At first, Of course, it was as a necessity and the development from that to a luxury has been an exceedingly Slow one extending over the years down to the present time. There are two forms of the Open fire a possible third one, the gas log, being a subject on which the less said the better. We have, therefore, a choice between the Open fireplace designed for wood and the basket grate in which to burn coal, pref erably cannel coal. This latter fuel is not nearly SO well known in this country as in England where the scarcity of wood necessarily makes coal the more com monly used fuel. With our own abun dance Of wood, however, there will per haps be little hesitancy in Choosing the open fireplace rather than the basket.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to constructing fireplaces, andirons, and other fireside accessories. It begins with an introduction to the history and evolution of fireplaces, tracing their development from a necessity to a luxury. The author emphasizes the importance of proper construction, discussing the two vital principles that should be observed in the design of any fireplace: the relationship between the size of the opening and the size of the flue, and the introduction of a smoke shelf and smoke chamber. Various materials for the hearth and facing such as stone, brick, cement, and tile are explored along with their advantages and disadvantages. The book also provides guidance on the selection and use of fireplace accessories such as andirons, tools, and screens, offering practical advice on how to build a proper fire and achieve optimal burning efficiency. Filled with diagrams, photographs, and expert insights, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to create a beautiful, functional, and enjoyable fireplace in their home. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332238545_0
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