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Why Does My Gas Fireplace Smell? Causes, Fixes, and When to Call a Pro (Expert Guide)
Why Does My Gas Fireplace Smell? Causes, Fixes, and When to Call a Pro (Expert Guide)
Nov 17, 2025
Be Eco-Friendly. Be EcoSmart.
Be Eco-Friendly. Be EcoSmart.
Mar 27, 2024
10 Ways to Stay Inspired at Home | Starfire Direct
10 Ways to Stay Inspired at Home
Mar 21, 2024
Why Do Some States Ban Vent-Free Gas Fireplaces?
Why Do Some States Ban Vent-Free Gas Fireplaces?
Dec 24, 2021
Is a fireplace expensive?
Is Installing a Fireplace Expensive?
Sep 24, 2021
Ethanol Fuel for Indoor Use | Starfire Direct
Ethanol Fuel for Indoor Use
Dec 18, 2020
Indoor/Outdoor Burner and Log Differences | Starfire Direct
Indoor/Outdoor Burner and Log Differences
Nov 12, 2020
How to Pick the Right Fire Media | Starfire Direct
How to Pick the Right Fire Media
Aug 14, 2020
Customize Your Vent-Free Fireplace | Starfire Direct
Customize Your Vent-Free Fireplace
Mar 9, 2020
Customize Your Vented Fireplace | Starfire Direct
Customize Your Vented Fireplace
Feb 10, 2020
What Type of Fireplace Do I Have? | Starfire Direct
What Type of Fireplace Do I Have?
Jan 7, 2020
How to Pick the Right Size Burner for Your Fireplace | Starfire Direct
How to Pick the Right Size Burner for Your Fireplace
Oct 21, 2019
All About Ethanol | Starfire Direct
All About Ethanol
Mar 18, 2019
7 Easy Home & Backyard Upgrades | Starfire Direct
7 Easy Home & Backyard Upgrades
Feb 11, 2019
How To Clean Fire Glass | Starfire Direct
How To Clean Fire Glass
Jan 21, 2019
Fireplaces by Real Fyre: Brand Spotlight | Starfire Direct
Fireplaces by Real Fyre: Brand Spotlight
Jan 14, 2019
From the Playbook: Throwing a Super Party for the Big Game | Starfire Direct
From the Playbook: Throwing a Super Party for the Big Game
Jan 7, 2019
Top Products of 2018 | Starfire Direct
Top Products of 2018
Dec 3, 2018
Finding the Right Fireplace for Your Living Space | Starfire Direct
Finding the Right Fireplace for Your Living Space
Nov 19, 2018
How to Install an H-Burner and Fire Glass in Your Fireplace | Starfire Direct
How to Install an H-Burner and Fire Glass in Your Fireplace
Oct 1, 2018
5 Ways to Freshen Up Your Fireplace | Starfire Direct
5 Ways to Freshen Up Your Fireplace
Sep 24, 2018
little girl pulling red flyer with leaves in the fall season
Top 10 Reasons Why We Love the Fall Season
Sep 10, 2018
Back to School and Home Office Inspiration | Starfire Direct
Back to School and Home Office Inspiration
Aug 13, 2018
Make the Most of Your Space: Space-Saving Furniture Options | Starfire Direct
Make the Most of Your Space: Space-Saving Furniture Options
May 1, 2018
How to Transform Your Home into an Unforgettable Winter Entertaining Space | Starfire Direct
How to Transform Your Home into an Unforgettable Winter Entertaining Space
Jan 4, 2017
Reasons to Use Fire Glass in Your Fire Feature
Reasons to Use Fire Glass in Your Fire Feature
Jul 7, 2016
The Freestanding Ethanol Fireplace: A Stylish Hearth for Less | Starfire Direct
The Freestanding Ethanol Fireplace: A Stylish Hearth for Less
Mar 3, 2015
Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces: Energy and Cost Efficient | Starfire Direct
Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces: Energy and Cost Efficient
Feb 27, 2015
Gas Fireplaces: Clean and Cost-efficient
Gas Fireplaces: Clean and Cost-efficient
Feb 25, 2015
Utilizing Your Fire Place Mantel | Starfire Direct
Utilizing Your Fire Place Mantel
Aug 16, 2012
Fire Place Accessories That Will Transform Your Home | Starfire Direct
Fire Place Accessories That Will Transform Your Home
Jul 26, 2012
Gas Logs and Other Fireplace Accessories | Starfire Direct
Gas Logs and Other Fireplace Accessories
May 29, 2012