House of Fire Blog

Open fireplaces in the home have been around for centuries and aren't going away anytime soon. The problem? These fireplaces are so antiquated and inefficient they may as well burn money...even when they are not in use. To add to this, they are also outdated in terms...

Most of us remember - and many of us still enjoy - heating up by a wood stove or fireplace after a day of working or playing outside. Today's modern wood heating options are clean, safe, and affordable for any home's needs. Whether wood is your only source of heat or...

Kip Rumens of Travis Industries teaches you how to use your moisture meter for your Fireplace Xtrordinair or Lopi wood insert, stove, or fireplace. You'll learn how to burn wood in these units more efficiently with seasoned, dry fuel!

Ventless, vent-free, or unvented, these units have become so commonplace in New England homes and hearth shops that many customers don't even think to question their place in the world of hearth appliances. The misconceptions surrounding ventless units are so...

The fair season is here, and Dean's Stove & Spa wants to remind you to not be fooled into buying a spa at a show! Not only are the prices higher at shows, but you will miss out on valuable benefits. Fairs are a one-time event, so sales reps are under a lot of...

New Hartford! Dean's Stove & Spa is coming to your town soon! We're happy to announce we'll be opening another showroom at 376 Main St! Since their previous hearth shop closed over a year ago, the New Hartford/Canton/Torrington area has really longed to have a...