QDEAR TIM: I have a concrete fireplace hearth. Is it possible to cover it with slate? If so, is that difficult? Instead of slate, should I just install a hearth pad? -- Marianne C., Millis, Mass.

The hearth is often considered the heart of the home, and you can ramp up that feeling by creating your own custom hearth ...

This blog post is about fireplace hearth extension rules, but first, a quick story to explain why I'm blogging about such a boring topic. I've said it before and I'll say it again; one learns from ...

Wendy Lucas has a concrete fireplace designed by Sara Noble that appears to float. Here, Lucas’ son, Ivan, 5, sits on the hearth. MCT photo KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Since we were cave dwellers, the hearth ...

The soon-to-be empty nesters didn’t want to move, so they decided to refresh their well-loved home. As soon-to-be empty nesters, Alexandra Bier’s clients were ready for a change. Rather than migrate ...