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We understand the power of knowledge. That’s why we’ve established the industry’s leading knowledge base. The Woodland Direct Learning Center will help you make informed buying decisions, and it’s available to you 24/7. Browse our articles to find answers to all your fire-related questions. If you need more information, call our highly trained Master Hearth Professionals at 800.919.1904.

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Learn About Chimneys and Chimney Products

Chimney Caps

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Chimney Liners

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Chimney Systems

Learn About Outdoor Living Products

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BBQ Islands & Grills

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Outdoor Fireplaces & Fire Pits

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Patio Heaters

Fire Glass

Other Helpful Content

Outdoor Fireplace Information

Learn all about outdoor fire features and which ones will work best in your outdoor living space with this comprehensive collection of informative articles!

Gas Log Information

In order to make the right choice, it’s important to know what it is you’re looking for – and since there are times when you’re simply not sure, it’s usually best to ask the experts. Our Learning Center is a place where consumers like you can get valuable information that you need, to help you make the most educated choice possible and ensure your complete satisfaction.

Chimney Information

Information resources for your chimney. Learn about the different types of chimney caps, the different types of chimneys, an much more.

Outdoor Kitchen Information

Our Learning Center will help you make informed buying decisions and provide answers to all your fire-related questions! Browse our comprehensive articles and buying guides on outdoor fire pits today!

Patio Heater Information

Heating your patio can be a challenge. Here you will find all the information needed to make an informed decision about your outdoor heating solution.

Fire Glass Information

The best decision is an educated one. That’s why we’ve put together a learning center that will keep you informed on everything you need to know about fire glass – which kind to buy, how to maintain it, and how much you’ll need. Take a step into our domain, and let us show you just how fire glass can change your fire burning experience.

Fireplace Grates Buying Guide

Can I Hang A TV Over My Fireplace?

Hanging a TV over a fireplace is one of the hottest current home design trends, and it’s no wonder why. It creates a clean and elegant look by combining your fireplace and entertainment zones into one central focal point. But while it can look great, caution should be taken before you pick up your tools to hang or mount your TV.

How to Get More Heat Out of Your Fireplace

The warm, cozy feeling of a wood-burning fireplace is hard to find anywhere else. Unfortunately, not all the heat it produces enters your home. It’s been found that a portion of that heat can actually be lost up your chimney. There are ways however to prevent this heat loss and increase the amount of warmth that your fireplace creates for your home.

The Value of a Vent Free Fireplace

If you’re thinking about adding a fireplace to your home, a vent free fireplace is worth considering. Vent free fireplaces offer many advantages that you won’t find with any other type of fireplace.

Brand Story: Bromic

In 2007, the outdoor heating industry changed forever. Bromic Group saw increased demand for heating outdoor spaces, so they established Bromic Heating—a company that defines style and class for outdoor heaters. Their goal was to transform outdoor heating like never before.

Brand Story: Fire Pit Art

There’s a story behind every fire pit from Fire Pit Art. Each one is another page in the narrative of talented metal artist Rick Wittrig. For Wittrig, creating these beautiful pieces is a labor of love.

Brand Story: Infratech

Today, Infratech is one of the leading manufacturers of outdoor heating products—but it hasn’t always been that way. Infratech’s journey started humbly more than 60 years ago.

Brand Story: Superior

Just like their name suggests, Superior Fireplaces is dedicated to creating outstanding, high quality fireplaces—a commitment that goes all the way back to 1932. The Superior Fireplaces of today, however, isn’t entirely the same as the one that began in the first half of the 20th century. Though the company can trace its lineage back to the 1930s, today’s Superior has been reborn and remade.

Brand Story: The Outdoor GreatRoom

It’s rare for one individual to completely change the face of an industry. Dan Shimek did it twice. He and his brother Ron founded global fireplace manufacturer Heat & Glo in 1975. Coming off that huge success, Dan could’ve chosen an early retirement—but he didn’t. Instead, he turned his talents toward accomplishing a new and innovative vision.

Brand Story: Warming Trends

Warming Trends is on a mission to revolutionize the gas burner industry with their innovative CROSSFIRE Brass Burners. Read their story and learn about the cutting edge technology they're creating!

Top 6 Linear Fireplaces

Linear fireplaces update the traditional fireplace experience for the 21st century, and they make a great addition to any modern home. Here are the top 6 linear fireplaces from Woodland Direct for Winter 2016/17—all made in the USA.

Top 7 Fireplace Doors

Fireplace doors not only create a great look for your fireplace, but they also help you to prevent heat loss. Here are the top 7 fireplace doors from Woodland Direct.

Product Spotlight: Dimplex

Electric fireplaces have come a long way. A few decades ago, you may have been stuck using an unconvincing artificial log set with some orange lights. Yet today is a different story—enter the Opti-V and Opti-Myst electric fireplaces from Dimplex.

Liquid Propane and Natural Gas Explained

Introduction to Outdoor Fireplaces

Caps for Metal Chimneys

BTU's Explained

About Fireplace Glass Doors