If you stay in the ocean view cabins, expect fireplaces, private decks and "bright beachy decor," Condé Nast Traveler said. The woodland cabins are "cozy," with stone and brick fireplaces, spacious ...

There's so much beauty in a brick fireplace, but should you ever paint yours? Really, say our painting pros, it's all about personal preferences and aesthetics. But, it is important to consider ...

In many older homes where large brick fireplaces prevail, this can pose a challenge. What do you do? Cover it, paint it, rip it out? Here’s what to consider. Project: Remodeling a fireplace wall.

Q: I have a question regarding my old fireplace, built in the 1920s with a brick facade that was added in the 1950s. The brick facade has been painted white and is as ugly as can be. The fireplace ...

It also has an old-fashioned, open-hearth brick fireplace that goes floor to ceiling. The brickwork extends to the outside of the house, so the interior bricks are very cold in winter. I measured ...