Discover expert fireplace guides, interior design inspiration and practical advice for creating warmer, more inviting spaces. From choosing the right electric or gas fireplace to styling media walls, outdoor living areas and modern interiors, The Hearth & Home Journal helps you plan every detail with confidence.
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How an Electric Fireplace Can Make Any Room Look More Luxurious—Without a Full Renovation
An electric fireplace is one of the easiest ways to make a room feel more luxurious, inviting and thoughtfully design...
Jul 24, 2026
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Why Watching Flames Feels So Calming: The Wellness Appeal of Electric Fireplaces
The gentle movement of fireplace flames can make a room feel calmer, warmer and more inviting. An electric fireplace ...
May 05, 2026
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The Living Room After Television: Why the Fireplace Is Becoming the New Focal Point
The article presents the fireplace as the new emotional and architectural center of the living room. I kept the argum...
Mar 10, 2026
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The Upgrade Vacation-Rental Guests Remember: Why a Fireplace Is a Win for Hosts and Travelers
A fireplace can be one of the most effective upgrades for an Airbnb, Booking.com property or vacation rental. It help...
Feb 17, 2026
Hearth Depot Guidelines
Explore practical buying guides, sizing advice and installation tips to help you choose the right fireplace, grill, outdoor fire feature or heating solution. Hearth Depot Guidelines makes it easier to compare options, understand key features and plan your purchase with confidence.
HearthDepot Guides
TV Above a Gas Fireplace: Heat, Clearances, Mantel Height
Gate 1, the fireplace's TV clearance. Measure from the top of the fireplace opening, not the top of the fireplace; ev...
Oct 29, 2026
HearthDepot Guides
Direct Vent vs Vent-Free vs B-Vent Gas Fireplaces
A direct vent gas fireplace is sealed and vents through a wall or roof, a vent-free unit (also called ventless or unv...
Oct 26, 2026
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Dimplex IgniteXL 60" Recessed Linear Electric Fireplace (XLF60)
