08/06/2026
A fireplace — and specifically, a modern closed combustion fireplace or stove — is one of those purchases that often gets quietly filed under "nice to have, but not for me." It has a reputation for being a luxury item, something for bigger homes and bigger budgets. But that reputation deserves a second look. Once you understand what these units actually do, how they pay for themselves over time, and what's genuinely involved in choosing and installing one, a fireplace starts to look less like an indulgence and more like one of the more sensible investments you can make in your home's comfort, value, and independence from the grid.
A Braai Room News feature — winter 2026 There's a particular kind of cold that settles into a South African home in the middle of winter — the kind that no extra blanket quite shakes off, and that sends the electricity bill climbing just to take the edge off a single room. If you've found yourse...
