A log burner can be installed without a traditional chimney using a twin-wall flue, but building rules, route, costs and site conditions matter.
Love The Idea Of A Log Burner, But Don’t Have A Chimney? All May Not Be Lost
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DIY CON Brings New Experience To Home Improvement Industry
The public-facing DIY CON will run Nov. 6-8, 2026, in Dallas, with workshops, demonstrations and appearances by HGTV stars and creators.
Home Assistant’s Matter Server Adds Matter 1.6.1, Camera Talkback, And IKEA Hardware Support
Home Assistant’s Matter Server 1.5.0 beta adds Matter 1.6.1 groundwork, camera talkback and support for Aqara and IKEA hardware.
Construction And Design Industry Sees Rebound And Optimism In Q4
Houzz’s Q4 2026 barometer reports a Q3 activity rebound and stronger construction expectations, while fuel costs and cautious clients remain challenges.
SwitchBot Releases Its First Permanent Outdoor Lights With Matter
SwitchBot’s first permanent outdoor lights offer 30 metres of RGB and white LEDs, native Matter over Wi-Fi and a $189.99 US list price.
The $20,000 Voxel Bot Will Help You Find Misplaced Things Around Your Home
Tuesday Labs is taking $200 reservations for Voxel, a home robot expected to cost about $20,000 and ship in 2028, with household tasks including finding misplaced items.
Apple’s HomeView Is Just The Latest Threat To Online Recipe Writers
Apple’s HomeView can turn compatible online recipes into hands-free steps, but writers say removing page context may cut ad revenue and useful guidance.
Blish-Mize Presented With Statewide Award
The Kansas Chamber presented Blish-Mize with its 2026 Ad Astra Award, recognizing the Kansas-based distributor’s leadership and state impact.
Materials That Make The Space
House Beautiful’s 2025 Whole Home project in Charleston uses Cosentino Éclos and Dekton surfaces in kitchens, a bath and a fireplace.
Ditch Bins: The Smarter Way To Organize A Storage Cart Using Empty Egg Cartons
Hunker reports that empty egg cartons can divide rolling-cart shelves for small supplies, offering a low-cost alternative to purchased bins.
