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Timothy Arnold, Fireplace Guru

Tim Arnold has extensive experience in home improvement. Having rebuilt three homes from the ground up, he's seen just about everything that the job can throw at you. His finished work is simply masterful and astonishes everyone who sees it - beginners and experts alike.

About Tim Arnold

Tim is the owner and primary contributor at Best Electric Fireplace Review. Having renovated three houses from studs to finish, he knows what it takes to make a home look and feel like absolute luxury. He has taken to writing to teach others what it takes and learn from the community of home improvement experts among the web.

How to Tile a Fireplace in 8 Steps

August 6, 2021 by Tim Arnold

A beautiful fireplace can liven up any space and add the perfect touch of elegance to your home. You will truly never be disappointed by the classic look of a tiled fireplace in comparison to brick. Whether you’re just moving into a new home or you’ve lived there for as long as you can remember, […]

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How To Clean A Wood Burning Stove [Interior, Exterior, Glass Door, & Chimney]

August 4, 2021 by Tim Arnold

A wood-burning stove is an excellent and pocket-friendly way of keeping your home warm and cozy during winters. Before purchasing the stove, many homeowners like to consider its efficiency, how to clean it, and the best way to maintain its functionality. Without proper care, even the best wood-burning stoves could turn into a potential home-wrecker […]

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How Much Does It Cost To Build A Garage?

April 12, 2021 by Tim Arnold

If you’re tired of getting into a cold vehicle every time it snows, you might be thinking about building a garage. A well-built garage guarantees the safety of your car and allows multiple vehicle storage depending on size. Other reasons that may prompt you to construct a garage include creating additional space for that extra […]

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How Gerrymandering Can Negatively Impact Election Results

March 24, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Gerrymandering is a concept that many are not aware of, despite the fact that it has a huge impact on the results of our elections. Its origins lie in the early 1800s when the politician Massachusetts Governor Elbridge Gerry redrew the map of a senatorial district in a way that dispersed the voters of the […]

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Top Diners In Brooklyn: Where To Eat Morning, Day, or Night

March 22, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Brooklyn is one of the best places to find the best diners. Offering great American comfort food, laidback atmospheres, and a great neighborhood feel, a visit to Brooklyn is never complete without having breakfast, brunch, or dinner at one of these iconic haunts. While your apartment might be nice and cozy, sometimes you just have […]

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Top Steak Houses in Brooklyn

March 22, 2021 by Tim Arnold

If eating is a formal sport and dishes are its athletes, then the steak would be the game-changer. A dish that originated in Scandinavia in the mid-15th century, the steak is an all-time favorite of meat lovers and can’t seem to get enough of it. In fact, the steak mania has been going on for […]

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The Most Impressive Murals in Brooklyn

March 18, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Brooklyn, New York, is synonymous with art, culture, music, style, parks, food, shopping, scenery, and more. As one of New York’s five boroughs and home to countless museums, Brooklyn is a melting pot of nationalities, linguistic diversity, endless experiences, and extensive history. If you find yourself cooped up by a fireplace in Brooklyn looking for […]

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Things To Do Near Bush Terminal Piers Park, Brooklyn, NY

March 18, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Hidden along the industrial waterfront of Brooklyn’s Industry City sits a beautiful city park. Once a busy seaport sporting seven piers and servicing seventeen steamship lines, Bush Terminal Piers Park has an interesting history. The site of the Bush Terminal Company, founded in 1902 by Irving T. Bush, this stretch of reclaimed shoreline is now […]

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How Brooklyn Residents Can Work Together For Cleaner Neighborhoods

March 16, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Brooklyn has been called one of the dirtiest places in New York City. In reality, New York is a ‘not so clean’ city. You can see empty coffee cups, food parts, empty bottles, plastic bags, and overflowing trash cans beside the street. Brooklyn also has the same image. But why Brooklyn is so dirty? There […]

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Stormwater Management in Brooklyn: Where Does The Rain Go?

March 16, 2021 by Tim Arnold

The management of Stormwater in Brooklyn has been a sincere effort to minimize the runoff of rainwater, melted snow, or any natural precipitation into the lawns, streets, and other sites that should not experience the sight and feel of stagnant water levels. Stormwater management takes into consideration the drainage system when designing cities and housing […]

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Labor Day Parade In Brooklyn: The Full Run-Down

March 14, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Labor Day is an exciting time of the year in New York. Summer is over, and everyone in New York is determined to enjoy the remaining warmth before the winter months approach. When Labor Day kicks off, there are several things to do and enjoy. It is not a one-day celebration, but rather a week […]

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Deer In Brooklyn: How They Coexist In The City

March 12, 2021 by Tim Arnold

As the most populous of New York City’s five boroughs, Brooklyn is known for a lot of things – for its culturally and ethnically diverse communities, for its historic row houses and massive housing projects, and for its amazing mural paintings and street art. But it’s deer population? Eh, not so much. With nearly 2.6 […]

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The Story Behind El Puente in Brooklyn, NY

March 10, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Luis Garden Acosta founded El Puente in 1982. He wanted the massive amount of violence occurring in Williamsburg, Brooklyn to stop. The violence in this Southside community was out of control. To achieve his goal, he assembled community activists, church leaders, educators, artists, and health providers. The majority of the media referred to the area […]

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How to Build A Fireplace

February 18, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Fireplaces can add a great deal of charm and ambiance to a home. While it’s always nice to buy a home that already has a fireplace, that doesn’t mean that you cannot rectify your lack of a fireplace later on. In fact, it’s very possible to build your own fireplace as long as you are […]

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How to Install a Fireplace

February 16, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Adding a fireplace to your home can be a great way to add value as well as a bit of extra warmth. If you don’t want to pay to have someone else do it, though, you’ll need to look into how to install one on your own. While this can be a major project, it […]

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Mounting a TV Over a Fireplace

February 15, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Flat-screen televisions have given homeowners a number of fantastic new decorating options that just weren’t possible with bulky old televisions. Mounting TVs on the wall is not only a great way to save a little space but also to help ensure that your television’s placement doesn’t interfere with the rest of your decor. It’s become […]

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How to Use a Fireplace

February 15, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Having a fireplace in your home can be great. Not only is it a fantastic source of heat on those cold winter nights, but it’s also a great aesthetic choice for helping to make your larger rooms look a little homier – that’s why electric models have become so popular amongst homes lacking a chimney. […]

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How to Start a Fire in a Fireplace

February 15, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Almost every one of the major appliances in your home comes with a user’s manual. One that doesn’t, though, maybe the thing in your house that can cause you the most problems if it is used incorrectly. While many homes these days are outfitted with gas or electric models, your home very well may have […]

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How to Paint a Brick Fireplace

February 15, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Few things look quite as lovely as an old brick fireplace. Unfortunately, these fireplaces need a touch-up from time to time – regardless of whether or not they’ve been outfitted with a gas or electric insert. Freshening up a brick fireplace isn’t as easy as you might hope, though, and adding a new coat of […]

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How to Build An Outdoor Fireplace

February 15, 2021 by Tim Arnold

An outdoor fireplace can be a fantastic addition to any outdoor space. Not only does it provide heat and light, but it can be a great gathering place for your outdoor activities. While there are certainly some fireplaces that come pre-assembled, there’s nothing stopping you from building one on your own. In this article, we’ll […]

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How to Clean Fireplace Glass Doors

February 3, 2021 by Tim Arnold

Unless your home is equipped with a modern alternative, your fireplace hearth is a part of your home that can get surprisingly dirty in short order. While you know that you definitely need to clean up the ash and soot that develops in and around the fireplace, you might not be quite as aware of […]

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The Most Viable Alternatives to Wood Fireplaces

January 17, 2018 by Tim Arnold

Humanity has progressed to a point in history where the old-fashionedwood fires are being snuffed out in favor of more efficient and economical options. There’s no denying the bold statements of a traditional fireplace: The crackling embers, genuine wood smell, rising smoke and attention to building the fire are all timeless reminders of good days […]

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