Friday, June 08, 2007

Fireplace Innovation

The fireplace is the least energy-efficient part of most homes. Our fireplace leaks when it's raining, so we guessed that our heat and cool air whoosh in and out as well. We decided to make an insulating board to cover up the fireplace. Jon took some measurements, we made a couple trips to Home Depot, put on a couple layers of paint and some glue, added insulation on the back and weather-stripping around the side, and voila! A pretty, yet efficient, fireplace cover.


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  1. KarenD6/08/2007 4:55 PM

    I was wondering when you'd post about this. Cool!

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  2. Lydia6/08/2007 4:57 PM

    Yeah, once I pulled all the photos off my camera, I had a lot to post about. So, they each needed their day in the spotlight. Today is that day for the fireplace!

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  3. Carolyn6/09/2007 7:51 AM

    So Jon loves "projects", too! The screen looks great...and keeps Friday from getting dirty!

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  4. Lindsey6/09/2007 9:51 AM

    Wow! That looks really great.

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  5. Margie6/09/2007 4:43 PM

    I love it! And your living/dining room look so nice and clean. :)

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  6. Leanna6/11/2007 10:08 AM

    You're such a clever little lass! Beautiful product as always...

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