Remodeling

As your needs change, your home requires adaptation and renewal. Learn first-hand from homeowners who reimagined their space with Heat & Glo.

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Transform Your Home with the Escape: Heat & Glo’s Partnership with Heather Ison

Join Heather Ison as she transforms her traditional wood-burning fireplace into a stunning centerpiece with Heat & Glo’s Escape gas insert. Discover the perfect blend of style, warmth, and efficiency for your home.

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Breaking 5 Fireplace Myths with Trending Today

We teamed up with “Trending Today” to break five common misconceptions about fireplaces in today’s market. 

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Transforming a Fireplace: Heat & Glo's Collaboration with Simply Aligned

Nicole of Simply Aligned Home revamped her outdated brick fireplace and partnered with Heat & Glo to create a beautiful, functional centerpiece for her home.

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Enhance Your Fireplace Makeover with a Gas Fireplace Insert

Lauren and Kameron from LKS Address transformed their wood-burning fireplace into a modern, efficient, and convenient Heat & Glo gas insert - perfect for year-round use in their 90s colonial home.

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Why Summer is the Best Time for a Fireplace Makeover

Summer is the perfect time for a fireplace makeover. Beat the rush, enjoy cozy evenings, and get expert advice for faster installation. Upgrade now!

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Dark Blue Fireplace In The Bedroom? Yes, Please!

See how designer Emily Henderson combined a cozy aesthetic with a modern gas fireplace in this bedroom reveal. 

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Steps to Plan Your Fireplace Makeover with a Gas Insert

Embark on a fireplace makeover journey with our guide to gas inserts. Discover the convenience, safety, and added value, transforming your space into a stylish haven.

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Before and After Modern Farmhouse Fireplace Makeover

See how Katie Kurtz, interior designer with Adorned Homes, modernized an outdated living room with a farmhouse-style fireplace restoration.

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Ready to Remodel Your Fireplace?

Make your fireplace dreams a reality. Get started with help from a local authorized Heat & Glo dealer.

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3 Electric Fireplace Installs from Cait Pappas - Designer with Nest Out West

Discover the world of interior design and home transformation with Cait Pappas at Nest Out West. Get inspired by her DIY projects, Heat & Glo fireplaces, and modern living space designs.

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Stylish & Safe: The Modern Fireplace Every Family Room Needs

Find out how an interior designer turned this fireplace into the heart of a cozy, multi-functional space. 

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How to Install an Electric Fireplace: SimpliFire Allusion Platinum with Boyd Build-Out Kit

Learn how to DIY one of our most popular electric fireplaces with a trendy mantel kit.

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8 Reasons To Choose An Electric Fireplace

Electric fireplaces are the no-more-excuses solution to cozying your space. But what do you need to know?

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Pro Tips for Warming Up Your Basement Remodel

Cait Pappas from Nest Out West shares how she made her finished basement more family-friendly and inviting with a fireplace.

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How to Install Gas Fireplace Insert

When it comes to replacing a dated fireplace with a gas insert, you need to call in the pros. But what does this upgrade even entail? This step-by-step article will walk you through the process.

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Deciphering Common Fireplace Terms

A hearth industry veteran defines the most puzzling fireplace phrases so you can better understand your project.

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Trend Watch: Tile Fireplace Surrounds

Give your fireplace surround a major makeover with tile. From warm and inviting colors to mix-and-match patterns, the possibilities are endless. 

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6 Fireplace DIYs to Avoid at All Costs (And What You Should Do Instead) 

You can jazz up a non-functioning fireplace with books, candles or tchotchkes—or you could enjoy a warm, inviting fire instead.

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How to Install an Electric Fireplace Insert

When it comes to making over an old, wood-burning fireplace, it doesn’t get easier than installing an electric fireplace insert.

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How to Prepare for Your Fireplace Consultation

Find out what a fireplace consultation entails and get tips from a pro on how best to be prepared.

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How to Install the SimpliFire Format Wall-Mount Electric Fireplace

Bringing warmth and ambiance to your home has never been easier, thanks to the Format, a wall-mounted electric fireplace from SimpliFire.

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6 Electric Fireplace DIYs You’ll Want to Recreate ASAP

Discover how to give your space the ultimate glow up.

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An Unexpected Disaster Leads to a Gorgeous Fireplace Renovation

When a house fire forced one couple to renovate their fireplace, they embraced the chance to bring it from dark and heavy to bright and minimal.

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Everything You Need to Know About Fireplace Inserts

When it comes to updating an existing wood-burning fireplace, a fireplace insert is a versatile solution that can be installed in less than a day.

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Mounting a TV Above Your Fireplace

Many homeowners want to mount televisions above their fireplaces. But is that smart? Learn what’s possible in this blog from Heat & Glo.

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An Unbelievably Cozy Cottage Fireplace Makeover

Popular Instagrammer and Twin Cities Designer, Melissa Oholendt, renovates her family’s 1940s home to showcase the Phoenix TrueView gas fireplace.

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Linear Fireplace Buying Guide

From contemporary, sleek designs to more traditional looking fireplaces, linear fireplaces offer something for everyone. 

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Fireplace Finder Quiz

Finding the right fireplace for your home doesn’t have to be a hassle. Take this quick, five-question quiz and we'll recommend the best-suited solution for your needs.

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6 Reasons Why You Should Consult an Expert When Planning Your Fireplace Remodel

So you’re ready to remodel your fireplace. Now what? 

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Electric Fireplace Inserts vs Electric Logs

Both of these cost-effective electric hearth products can instantly transform a dated or drafty fireplace, but which one is right for your home?

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Recessed Electric Fireplace Buying Guide

What to know when choosing a recessed electric fireplace, from budget options to luxury looks.

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Electric Fireplace Basics

Everything you need to know about electric fireplaces, from how they operate to installation options.

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How to Install an Electric Fireplace

Add ambiance to any wall with this weekend DIY project.

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Wit + Delight Fireplace Renovation

Devoted to helping others design a life well-lived, Kate Arends of Wit + Delight, trains her attention to her own damaged wood hearth, turning it into a cozy sanctuary for the entire family.

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Crisp Brick Takes Fireplace from Dull to Dazzling

How one couple DIY'd a fireplace surround with timeless appeal with crisp white brick veneer and a sleek wood mantel.

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Gas Fireplaces: When to Repair vs. When to Replace

What to do when your gas fireplace is past its prime.

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How to Prepare for Your Fireplace Installation

All the essential preparations you must make before flipping the switch on your new hearth.

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Traditional or Modern Fireplace? How We Chose

Blogger and new home buyer Rachael Dorr walks us through her fireplace selection process.

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Fireplace Price Tags, Demystified

Planning to add a hearth to your home? Here’s what it costs to purchase, install and run a fireplace—whether it’s gas, electric or wood-burning.

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Patience Pays Off for this Family-Focused Whole Home Reno

From dark and outdated to bright and modern, this gut renovation proves good things—like the fireplace of your dreams—come to those who wait (and wait).

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Traditional or Modern? Find Your Perfect Style

No matter your design style, Heat & Glo has the perfect fireplace for your dream home.

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6 Things Fireplace Replacement Pros Wish You Knew Before Starting Your Project

Planning a fireplace remodel can be overwhelming, but you have the power to make the process go more smoothly. Read on to learn how to make your fireplace remodel a seamless endeavor—featuring advice straight from the mouths of dealers we trust.

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Consider Your Options When Contemplating Switching from Wood to Gas

Wood-burning fireplaces can easily be converted to gas. Consider these options before you make the switch.

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9 Stylish Planking and Fireplace Combinations We Love

8 ways to warm up to wooden fireplace surrounds.

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10 Reasons to Add a Gas Fireplace to Your Home

Warmth isn’t the only reason adding a gas fireplace is a sound investment.

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Before and After: From No Character To Cozy

A young Minnesota family adds personality and warmth with a budget-friendly living room remodel.

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Enhance Your Outdoor Living Space with a Gas Fireplace 

Blogger and professional DIY-er Beth Allen picks the Courtyard outdoor gas fireplace to transform drab slab patio to a dream deck.

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Venting Explained

Whether you’re looking to learn more about venting options or simply curious about the technology behind direct vent, this guide will walk you through everything to consider about fireplace venting.

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Say Bye Bye to Brass with a Fireplace Makeover

Make your fireplace look as inviting as it feels.

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How to Maintain Your Outdoor Gas Fireplace

Get your fireplace ready for a busy season of backyard gatherings in five quick and easy steps.

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Better Than Ever: Escape FireBrick Inserts

Is it time to transform your inefficient wood-burning fireplace into a heating powerhouse with gas fireplace insert?

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The Fireplace That Will Change the Way You Live Outdoors

The Courtyard outdoor gas fireplace is the perfect blend of artistry and function, and easy to enjoy at the flip of a switch.

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Aging in Place with an Updated Fireplace

Today’s seniors want to age safely at home. Here are some handy tips to make that transition successful.

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How to Update and Upgrade an Existing Fireplace

Modernizing your home’s old wood fireplace is easy with an efficient and beautiful gas fireplace insert.

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How Fireplace Efficiency Gets You Amazing Cost Savings

Gas fireplaces aid your household bottom line by being inexpensive to operate and incredibly efficient, helping reduce your gas bills.

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Unique Fireplace Design Ideas: Thinking Beyond the Living Room

Warmth is a welcome design element in any space. Check out these ideas for adding a fireplace to your bedroom, bathroom, office and more.

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Tips for Choosing the Gas Fireplace of Your Dreams

Whether you want a gas fireplace for an existing or new home, consider these factors before you buy.

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Using Your Fireplace During a Power Outage

A power outage can put your furnace out of commission, but many fireplaces and stoves can provide much-needed heat amidst the storm.

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How to Find Your Model and Serial Number

Model and serial numbers are a big help in finding information or getting service for your fireplace or stove. Here’s where to find them.

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Masonry or Zero Clearance Fireplace

Thinking about upgrading with an insert? The kind of fireplace you have now makes a difference.

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Choosing a Fuel: What's Right For You?

The decision depends on two things: availability and interaction.

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The Best of Both Worlds: Check Out Indoor Outdoor Fireplaces

It’s possible to enjoy a single fireplace both inside and outside your home! 

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Tips for Purchasing a Gas Fireplace

Buying a fireplace may seem overwhelming, but with the right information and support from your local dealer, it can be a fun and easy process.

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Create Your Own Outdoor Oasis

Extend the comforts of your home with a welcoming and warm outdoor space. 

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Understanding How Direct Vent Works

Direct vent fireplaces remain a popular choice because of their efficiency, safety and flexibility. Let us break down how they work!

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Venting For Fireplace Inserts

Learn how quickly and affordably fireplace insert venting really is.

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Thinking about Installing a Gas Fireplace? Ask Yourself These Questions First.

Whether you are adding a fireplace to an existing home or having one installed in a newly constructed space, consider these important questions first.

Three Reasons to Add an Outdoor Fireplace

An outdoor fireplace can transform your space into a relaxing destination for lounging and entertaining, but here are three more reasons to consider adding one to your plans.