It's the only time you openly invite fire into your living room. When you think about it, that's a big responsibility. Here are a few reminders to help you keep your home fires burning safely. Fireplace and Wood Stove Fire Precautions Don't leave the fire unattended, especially when small children are in the room. Keep the glass doors or fire screen closed to keep logs in place and to prevent sparks from coming out.
People often open up the screen and leave it that way so they can see the fire better.
If you are having a fireplace installed, make sure the installer is certified. Take care if you use wood-wax fireplace logs, especially in metal fireplaces. People often buy the wood-wax logs and stack two or three on top of each other and light them. Those logs burn much hotter than normal wood because of the wax, and can warp your chimney system. Follow package directions and use only one log at a time.