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There is a reason that people love wood fires; cozy, warm, relaxing. Wood burning fires bring about so many fun memories. But wood fires in traditional open fireplaces can be very inefficient.

A wood stove or fireplace insert add a dimension of beauty to your fireplace while keeping you warm and comfortable. There is no better way to relax after a long day at work or bond with your family than sitting in front of a beautiful warm fire.

Wood burning stoves and fireplace inserts are convenient and easy to use too. In Metro West Massachusetts we often lose our power, which usually means no heat. But a wood stove or fireplace insert, doesn’t need power like a gas and pellet fire. So, no power, no problem. Stay warm and have fun with family when the lights go out. With a wood burning stove or fireplace insert, it could be the most fun your family has had together in a while.

For information and assistance looking at wood stoves and inserts, contact West Sport. With so many choices, we have the perfect stove or insert for your home and family. Don’t take our word for it, see what our customers are saying.

There is nothing better than sitting outside on a warm summer evening watching the sun set. But then as those warm breezes start to turn a little chilly; our thoughts turn to patio heaters.

But before you look at those boring old tall, metal heaters, consider a gas fire pit. A fire pit is far more useful than a mono-directional bar heater, it’s circular design means that people seated 360 degrees around the pit can enjoy the warmth of a blazing fire.

 A fire pit from Oriflamme combines urban style with the outdoors. Not only do gas fire pits provide ambiance to your outdoor patio, they are easy to use. These fire pits are where you and your family or guests can gather round, or you can enjoy some alone time in front of the flickering blaze. They are so easy to use that you wouldn’t think twice about going outside on your own, starting the fire and relaxing.

With a traditional fire pit there is a lot more work to do to get it lit, and while those are fun, and have their place, Oriflamme fire pits are so easy and so different, you’ll find yourself using it far more often. Entertainers and homebodies alike will love a fire pit which adds warm ambiance to your outdoor patio area.

Many people dislike overhead gas or electric patio heaters, although they work well in Parisian sidewalk cafés, with plastic "walls" zipped to contain the heat. The problem is overhead rays sometimes cook your head while your legs freeze.

Patio fire pits and tables, fueled by propane or natural gas, are a brilliant addition and a red-hot outdoor trend. To see what all the buzz is about, come see one for yourself at West Sport in Sudbury, serving all of MetroWest, MA.

Tax Free Weekend at West Sport means big sales and lots of merchandise to look at. We’ll be offering discounts on our floor model grills, and we have lots of them, which include high end name brands and models.

If you have been thinking about a new charcoal or gas grill, now is the time to buy. School may be coming up fast, but in Massachusetts we grill out all year round.

With the NFL Football season starting this week, and our first game of the season on September 1st, you may want to check out our team grills. They are perfect for tailgating in the lot, or in the backyard. Show your team support.

Although we are all excited for football, not too many are excited that summer is close to its end, but with the Hearthstone Fuel Saver Event, you can feel better about the change in the seasons.

Buying a Hearthstone wood, gas or pellet stove is a fuel smart investment. To Reward your decision, Hearthstone and West Sport in Sudbury are instantly giving you $300 off the price of qualifying hearthstone wood, gas or pellet stoves to use toward your first fuel bill.

Pay for your fuel; wood, pellet or gas, on US! We have a huge selection of Hearthstone wood stoves, pellet stoves and gas stoves in stock, set up and ready for you to see. Combat high heating bills this coming winter by purchasing a Hearthstone wood burning, gas, or pellet fueled stove.

Receive $300 instant credit on the purchase of qualifying stoves. The beautiful and sought after Manchester and Heritage Pellet stoves are included in this offer.

See you this weekend!

In this economy there's not much leftover spending money, backyards are the vacation of choice for many. Just open the door and there you are!

How to make your backyard a relaxing and fun refuge? The experts say good lighting, fire pits and good seating and/or dining spaces are essential. Don't forget the grill.

Making the backyard a fun place to relax will cost some money, but it will always be there, so it is an investment.

Is there space in the backyard for a mini-kitchen? A complete outdoor grilling area where you can cook a full meal is the new hot item in homes; entertaining and cooking while you and your family and friends are enjoying your wonderful backyard. 

How about patio furniture? For a comfortable outdoor space, get rid of the old folding patio chairs. OutdoorSeating that is comfortable, and that you like, not seating that is on sale, is important if this is to be your new vacation spot. Buy patio furniture that is waterproof and won't need sanding and staining or painting on a regular basis.

Even some summer evenings can get cool so fire pits are a great investment. There's nothing like a controlled fire in your backyard to enjoy on a regular basis. An in Massachusetts, gas fire pits are easy work and they extend your summer into the cooler nights of fall.

If you need help deciding what will work for your space, visit us at The Fireplace and Grill Shop at West Sport, conveniently located near Natick, Framingham and Marlborough. We can help you with ideas and design, and we’ll come to your home to measure too.

Even though it is warm there is still interest in wood stoves. I guess here in Metro-West Massachusetts we still haven’t really recovered from the winter. Alternative or supplemental heating for the winter is still on a lot of people’s minds.
In fact a report by a nonprofit group Alliance for Green Heat shows that wood heating dominates the residential renewable energy market, even with virtually no government subsidies to support it.

At the Fireplace and Grill Shop at West Sport, we have been fielding quite a few questions about wood heat. There are many styles and sizes of wood burning stoves and inserts.  Options that can fit in any style home, from rustic to contemporary and that can either heat the whole home or can heat a few rooms.

A wood burning fire offers you increased heating efficiency as well as ambiance. We offer a wide variety of wood burning stoves at West Sport, and we take care of the installation as well. With brands like Hearthstone and Napoleon, no one knows more about wood burning technology in the Metro West area than the professionals at West Sport. Many of our wood burning stoves and inserts are the cleanest, most efficient wood burning stoves on the market. They meet or beat EPA standards and wood has a much higher BTU capacity than gas, as well as being a renewable resource.

A wood stove is one of the most romantic and efficient ways to heat your home, providing a beautiful focal point in any room. If you have some questions about wood as a means to help heat your home this winter, contact us at West Sport.