Basking in the warm glow of a crackling fireplace is a quintessential winter pleasure, as long as you have the right type of wood in your firewood rack. That's because not all woods are created equal.

♪♪ Kevin: On "Ask This Old House," our experts travel across the country to answer questions about your house. ♪♪ Today, Richard helps a homeowner convert their wood-burning fireplace to gas.

Burning food in your fireplace is not dangerous, but it can smell bad and attract pests. Scented Candles While they add cheer to other places in your home, refrain from burning scented candles in ...