AcuCraft Fireplaces

Fireplaces have long been a staple in residential homes because of the aesthetic and practical benefits that they provide. Especially in northern parts of the country where the winter months can be incredibly harsh, fireplaces in a home can be just as common as a garage or as a swimming pool in warmer climates. Commercial spaces and businesses can also benefit from having a custom-made fireplace in their space in more ways than one. From cost-savings to new opportunities to engage with customers, here are some of the top reasons you should consider adding a fireplace or fire feature to your commercial space. It Draws Attention For one, the fire has long been the natural gathering point for people for thousands of years. It's where our ancient ancestors gathered for warmth and to prepare a meal. Now, a fireplace is a place to get warm during colder winter months, and research shows that people are naturally drawn to it. With a wood burning fireplace in your b...

Fireplaces have been around for centuries and fires have been a natural gathering point for even longer. Adding a gas or wood burning fireplace to your home provides a variety of different benefits, but choosing a custom-made fireplace can offer even more. Here are a few reasons that you should consider adding a custom fire feature to your home. It Creates Warmth No matter the type of fireplace that you choose to add to your home, it will add warmth to your space, particularly during the colder months. Fireplaces offer an especially cozy form of heat, and there isn’t an experience quite like enjoying the warmth of a fire with family and friends. A fireplace is not only cozy, but it’s also efficient and practical. You can integrate a wood burning fireplace into your existing heating system as a supplemental heating source to help warm your home. This can save you tremendously in heating costs over the long run depending on the size and layout of your residence. ...

As the days grow shorter, the nights grow longer, and the temperature continues to drop, you’re likely hunkering down inside to enjoy your fireplace. But what if there was a way to enjoy your outdoor space, even during the winter? With an outdoor gas fire pit , you can relax and stay warm on your patio year-round. You might enjoy it so much that it could serve as a focal point at your next holiday party. To make sure you’re 100% pleased with your outdoor space, seek out a business with experience in helping people design custom fire features for their unique spaces. You’ll want to make sure you can also choose from a variety of customizable fire pit models that come in linear, circular, or arc-shaped designs to perfectly match your existing outdoor space. Look for the option to design an outdoor gas fire pit that is made with 100% stainless steel components so you’ll know its built to last. You’ll also want the freedom to select your desired size and configuration....

With the holiday season in full swing, you’re bound to see downtown streets adorned with twinkling lights, houses bejeweled with festive decorations, and an omnipresent jingle of Christmas carols. Whether you’re one of those Christmas enthusiasts who goes all out for the holidays (think: a Taylor Swift-inspired light show and over-the-top inflatable Christmas displays) or you prefer a more subdued celebration, we can all agree on some Christmas decorating basics. A few nice candles, perhaps an evergreen wreath, and of course, Christmas stockings hung by the chimney with care all capture the sentiments of the holidays in a cozy, welcoming fashion. And after all, you’ll want your fireplace looking festive and cozy for when Santa Claus comes down for a visit. A fireplace mantle is a traditional focal point for displaying Christmas décor, including garlands, holly, pictures, Christmas cards, and of course, stockings. These days, a see through fireplace can play that sa...

While in the past wood-burning fireplaces may have gotten a bad rap, today’s wood-burning fireplaces area marked improvement and offer a range of economic and environmental benefits while creating a cozy ambiance for you and your family. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, many modern-day wood-burning appliances burn more efficiently, saving you money while also improving indoor and outdoor air quality. Newer models are known to: · Burn up to 50% more efficiently than older models, which can save you money on your energy bill. · Use a third less wood fuel while producing the same amount of heat. · Reduce creosote build-up (oil distilled from coal tar that is often used as a wood preservative), which can reduce the risk of chimney fires. · Lower the levels of carbon dioxide, methane, and other sources of particle pollution both inside and outside your house. While increased efficiencies, improved air quality, and superior heating are all positive ...

No matter how well you plan, the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas always seem to fly by. Between traveling, shopping, holiday parties, school and work events, and the holidays themselves, sometimes decorating can fall to the wayside. It’s easy to dismiss holiday decorations as superfluous, especially when you’re short on time. However, there are some valuable, albeit intangible, benefits associated with what experts call a “designed environment.”   For example, researchers postulate that people can generate and associate meaning when they experience a designed space like a Christmas tree or festive room, and this cognitive association can help develop positive relationships with others that also experience that space. Designed environments can also facilitate shared experiences, including serving as a backdrop for activities, conversations, and gatherings. Researchers have tested these hypotheses too. In one case, families that routinely visited a...

Whether you’re renovating your forever home or you’re brainstorming ways to make your house more marketable to potential buyers, you have a plethora of design options at your disposal. Do you focus on curb appeal? Should you update the kitchen or maybe invest in newer appliances? To help guide your decision, consider that fireplaces are routinely on potential buyers’ lists of “must haves,” making fireplaces a hot commodity for homeowners and home buyers alike. Additionally, according to U.S. News and World Report , approximately 68% of surveyed real estate agents say that a fireplace is a sure way to increase a home’s value. Fireplaces are one of the most attractive features of a home, regardless of whether you’re buying or selling. If you think you or potential buyers might enjoy a new fireplace but you’re torn on which kind to get, consider working with an experienced designer and manufacturer of fire features to determine what kind will best fit and add value...