Posts Categorized: Fireplace News

The difference between catalytic and non-catalytic wood stoves

Some wood-burning stoves make it easier to burn fuel by using a chemical process which decreases the formation of pollutants. This process is called catalytic combustion. A wood stove catalytic combustor is comparable to a catalytic converter in a car. Inside the stove, the smoky exhaust passes through a coated honeycomb (the catalyst). The device… Read more »

Practice fireplace safety in your home

Practice fireplace safety in your home By Frances Borsodi Zajac fzajac@heraldstandard.com  Sep 28, 2018 Cozy and warm, a fire in your fireplace, whether it is gas or wood burning, is perfect as temperatures begin to fall.   But before you use your fireplace this season, remember to think safety.   “You should have your fireplace… Read more »

Gas Fireplaces, Stoves & Inserts with Automated Ignition

We would love to show you the different ways to keep your home warm that both save you money and provide peace of mind. Gas fireplaces, gas stoves and gas inserts that have automated ignitors are a perfect example of this new technology that belongs in your home! We have Heat & Glo models to… Read more »

Keeping Warm When the Power’s Out

Winter’s not over yet here in Eugene Springfield—and it pays to have a heating system that keeps you warm in ALL conditions. Like when the power is out! During stormy weather—winter, spring and fall—it pays to have a gas fireplace, stove or insert that works when the power is out, a pellet stove or insert… Read more »

Fireplaces and Water Heaters and BBQs – Oh My!

We’re thankful for all of our customers we’ve had the opportunity to serve—and get to know be in the Eugene-Springfield area over years we’ve been here as a Fireplace and Hearth store. But our name, Ambassador Piping, goes back to owner Matthew Clement’s original roots as a gas piping contractor. We’re Much More Than Just… Read more »

My Power Went Out—But My Heat Didn’t

It’s reassuring to know you will stay safe and warm even when the wind blows, the rain falls and ice and snow cover your neighborhood. The ability to keep the heat on during the storms of winter—power outages or not—makes the modern gas or wood fireplace a comforting choice to heat your home. If you’re… Read more »

Eugene-Springfield Fireplace Showroom Open House 2012

If you’re in the Eugene-Springfield area—and shopping for a new gas stove or fireplace insert—stop by our showroom for our special Fall Heat & Glo / NW Natural Fall Open House! You’ll be able to see all of our  new Heat & Glo gas stove and gas fireplace insert models and talk with reps from… Read more »