How to Clean a Stone Fireplace: A Heated Discussion

Oh! An ancient problem of the modern man. First and foremost, always remember to put on your gloves and goggles. Nobody wants fireplace soot in their eyes or on their hands.

Then, dust off the surface area first, use a dry scrub brush. Now, let's move to that serious stuff - make a mixture of warm water and dish soap. Scrub the surface, and you will start to see the magic!

It works for general cleaning, but for tougher stains, you need to create a poultice, using dish soap, flour and water. Apply this paste to the stains and wait for it to dry. After it's dry, scrub it off and rinse it with water. Voila! A clean hearth!