While most of us are aware of the importance of safety valves, nowhere are they more critical than on gas logs.  In a gas log burner, a safety valve prevents gas from escaping into the room, in the event the pilot flame goes out.  Because propane gas is heavier than air, any gas that enters the room will not escape through the venting and will instead remain in the room.  For…

Depending on the type of cooking and the location of the range, the recommended ventilation for a kitchen range hood can vary greatly.  Hoods which are mounted directly over the cooking surface are much more effective at capturing and exhausting the heat and odors...at a much lower air volume.  A downdraft ventilation will need a higher volume and speed to accomplish the same function.  While the style of a…

While ceramic cooktops add a beautiful touch to your kitchen, keeping them clean can be a constant battle.  Because spills get cooked as soon as they touch the ceramic surface, cleaning the burned-on mess can be a bit difficult.  With just a few steps however, you can get your cooktop looking good as new.

• First, make sure the cooktop is completely cool.  To start the cleaning, pour a bit of…