Spring is the traditional season to deep clean and prepare for the return of warmer weather. Why not cure that case of cabin fever with some simple projects to refresh your hearth? Check out our top picks to preserve, protect, and upgrade your hearth appliance this year.

GLASS CLEANER

Leave the glass sparkling clean with glass cleaner specially formulated to remove stubborn soot deposits. The concentrated formula does not contain ammonia, which can cause the glass to permanently cloud. This product works great on glass doors and screens as well as ceramic and enameled surfaces, firebrick, flagstone, and other surfaces soiled by soot or creosote.

Features:

• Improved spray trigger for ease of application & child safety
• Specially thickened to cling to vertical surfaces
• Superior soot stain removal without affecting delicate finishes
• Ammonia free formula

How it works -  Allow surfaces to cool before spraying. Cover the stained area with glass cleaner. Let stand 2-3 minutes. Wipe with a water-soaked cloth. Immediately wipe dry with a clean cloth to prevent streaking.

Note: We highly recommend wearing gloves and protecting the surroundings from overspray and drips.

Always use caution to prevent scratches or damage to the glass from abrasive cleaning supplies.

Available online HERE.

STOVE POLISH

Protect cast iron, steel, and wrought iron surfaces against rust with a coat of stove polish. Imperial stove polish restores the black finish of cast iron stoves, grills, ornamental ironwork, fences, and barbecues.

Features:

• Non-flammable, non-toxic polish
• Restores and preserves the beauty of cast iron and steel
• Water soluble & low odor formula
• Not recommended for use on painted or enameled surfaces

How it works - Apply a thin, even coat with a water-dampened cloth onto a cold surface. Distribute evenly with a cloth or sponge. Let dry 5-10 minutes. Buff to a desired shine with a clean cloth.

NOTE: When lighting the stove for the first time after polishing, ventilate the house as heated waxes in the polish may emit fumes.

Get yours HERE.

STOVE BRIGHT SPRAY PAINT

Update the look of your stove or fireplace with Stove Bright® paint. This high-temperature paint is formulated with a unique blend of heat resistant pigments in a silicone polymer resin to provide excellent color retention and film integrity in working temperatures up to 1200°F (650°C). Stove Bright® High-Temperature Paint is designed for rapid curing and is ideal for wood, pellet, and gas stoves as well as stove pipes and many other metal substrates subject to high temperatures.

Features:

• Silicone formula retains color with extended exposure up to 1200°F
• High-quality, fast-drying formula resists scratching
• Used by the leading stove manufacturers as their factory finish
• Wide selection of color options
• Convenient aerosol application

These 12 oz aerosol cans are available online in a wide range of colors HERE.

GAS LOG SETS

Transform an existing stove or fireplace with a gas log set. Thanks to advanced technology, today's ceramic logs are more realistic in appearance than ever before. Installing a new set of logs offers a cost-effective solution to updating the aesthetics of your fireplace and increasing radiant heat in your living space without investing in replacing the entire fireplace unit.

Features:

• Directs radiant heat into the room
• Realistic ceramic fiber logs
• Superior heating efficiency

How it works - Vented logs can be used to update an existing fireplace, or vent-free logs can be used without outside air. Vent-free logs use a safety pilot with an oxygen sensor to protect the air quality in your living space from becoming over-saturated with carbon monoxide. The log sets include a burner assembly for simple installation.

Browse vent-free log sets - Click HERE

Browse vented log sets - Click HERE

DOOR & GLASS GASKETS

Gaskets work hard during the winter heating season to keep your stove door sealed tight. Even under normal use, gaskets can wear out crack & loosen over time. Most stove & fireplace manufacturers recommend replacing them at least once per year.

How to inspect gaskets - One popular test is known as the “dollar bill test.” For this test, you close a dollar, or a thick piece of paper, in the door and latch it. If you can pull it out easily, your gasket has become compressed or is too thin and needs to be replaced. This test should be done around the circumference of the door. 

FIREBRICK

A layer of bricks in a stove or fireplace helps to insulate the stove and deflect heat back into the firebox. This ensures an efficient burn and protects the metal body components from warping & heat damage. Inspect the brick in your stove or fireplace to check for wear and tear after each heating season. If you notice any cracks or crumbling pieces, the brick should be replaced.

ANNUAL SERVICE CHECKLIST

For a complete overview of completing the annual deep cleaning for your stove, check out our checklist HERE. It walks you through every step to prepare your stove or fireplace for the off-season, thereby keeping it in peak condition for when fall ushers in the return of colder weather.