Heat-Treated Spruce vs. Kiln-Dried Cedar: Saunas in Alaska’s Arctic Climate
When constructing a sauna in the extreme arctic conditions of Alaska, selecting the right wood is critical. The wood must endure intense cold, fluctuating humidity, and the internal heat [...]
Difference Between a Fireplace and Insert
When you have an old fireplace that you’re ready to swap out, it's time for an insert! We break down what that swap looks like.
Wood Burning Stoves: Cast Iron or Steel?
When choosing a wood stove, you'll have to pick between cast iron or steel. Both are great options, but slightly different.
Getting Ready for a Hot Tub
If you’re thinking about a hot tub, or you have one on the way, here are a few things you should keep in mind about install, sizing, and placement.
Clean Burning and EPA Laws
Stoves are always being improved, and one of the best advancements is more efficient heating. Read on to find out what that looks like.
What’s a Pellet Stove?
Pellets are an alternative fuel to wood or gas, and are great for supplementary heating in any home. They were invented in 1973, and quickly popularized. Now they're considered a typical heating [...]
The Importance of Buying Local
With the Alaskan State Fair getting ready to roll into town we have an important message to share regarding out-of-state vendors and buying local.
Inserts are the New Fireplace
An insert is an efficient heat producing appliance that installs into your existing fireplace. That way, it uses the same firebox, chimney, and hearth that already exists in your home, and [...]