Building your own sauna requires some special materials, but most handy homeowners have the skills to turn those materials into a perfect private retreat. If you’re a do it yourselfer, we can provide you with a complete set of supplies to get your project started,...
The scientists didn’t need $6 million to make fictional astronaut Steve Austin better, stronger, faster. A little time in the sauna a few nights a week would have done the trick just fine. Your sauna may not give you super human strength and speed, but research shows...
Ah! There’s just something about the glowing hues of fire that can leave you transfixed, calmed by the bright dancing flames in front of you. Some researchers believe that watching fire is one of our primal habitual instincts. And, if rising sales of crackling...
‘Tis the season for holiday cheer, and a few rounds of eggnog while gathered with family and friends. And what better welcome and entertaining focal point for you and your guests to enjoy than the warm glow of your fireplace. But you don’t have to stop there. Oh ho ho...
Creosote is not a single substance. It is a family of closely related chemical compounds, which come from natural sources. The most common type of creosote is coal-tar creosote utilized in industrial processes. Wood-tar creosote is also widely used and is familiar to...
Saunas are an increasingly popular way to relax and cleanse one’s body. The dry heat loosens tired muscles and cleanses your skin. To receive the maximum health benefits in a safe manner, learn how a sauna affects your body and the best ways to use one. THE EFFECTS OF...
Building a Fire Nothing is quite as satisfying as relaxing in front of a wood fire burning crisply in your fireplace with your feet up and a fresh cup of hot cocoa at your lips. Just in case you need a little brushing up on your fire building skills, here are three...
BECOMING A GRILL MASTER, ONE RECIPE AT A TIME Doesn’t thinking about a BBQ dinner make your mouth water? How many times have you taken a walk around the block and enjoyed the delicious aromas of your neighbour’s burger, hot dog, steak, salmon, or veggies being grilled...
All of us are familiar with life’s most famous and timeless debates: The Beatles vs. The Stones, mustard vs. ketchup, a charcoal vs. a gas grill. Those on either side may say that they all come down to a matter of taste. When it comes to cooking on grills, however,...
The right fireplace can increase the ambiance, desirability and value of your home. And the wrong one can do the opposite. As the saying goes, the best place to start is at the beginning. When you start looking at fireplace options, you need to be clear on your goals....