Q. I plan to install a gas fireplace myself for additional heat in a large family room. I want an efficient one, but one which also has realistic flames. Is a direct-vent design my best option? A. New ...

The MPLDV, a direct-vent gas fireplace with clean-face louverless design, is part of the Merit™ Plus Series of fireplaces. According to the company, the fireplaces have the look and feel of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There’s nothing that delivers cozy quite like a fireplace to gather around on a chilly winter day. With a ...

Fireplaces have gone high tech and become more energy efficient. As winter approaches, the fireplace becomes a focal point in a home. And today, that generally means a gas burning system instead of ...