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Charcoal Grills are actually the most used type of grill. Over the years, due to their popularity, the charcoal grill has changed and evolved.  The Kamado Joe charcoal grill is for those who are serious about taste.

These grills use a combination of a ceramic shell, natural lump charcoal and air flow to create a superior charcoal grilled taste. The grill is ceramic which introduces a whole new element in heat retention. The capacity to withhold heat is one of the most important factors to produce the best charcoal grilling results. It allows for flavor and aroma retention.

You can also sear food at high temperatures and it will still retain its moistness. Kamado Joe can precisely cook meals whether you're slow cooking or searing. Besides being a grill, it can also be used as an oven which can cook homemade pizza, bread and pies or it can be used as a smoker. And a wide range of accessories are available. Charcoal grilling has the ability to enhance the food flavor and some people believe it is the only way to grill. There is another reason that the Kamado Joe grills are better than the traditional charcoal grill; they are ready to use in 15 minutes.

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Northeast Distribution LTD is participating again in a worthwhile charity drive. The HPBA, Hearth, Patio and Barbeque Association, is raising money and supplies for victims of the floods in Alabama. Through a local hearth and fireplace shop in Mississippi, those businesses associated with the HPBA have been asked to donate charcoal and grills.

The American Red Cross will then transport the supplies to the victims in the Gulf flood area. Northeast Distribution and their retailers have raised money and supplies. With over 500 retailers in the New England, Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey area they hope to provide substantial assistance. Many of the areas’ retailers brought supplies: charcoal, grills and other grilling accessories to the Northeast Distribution Trade Show for pick up by the HPBA and distribution by the Red Cross to the areas that are most in need.

Retailers were able to add the line on their invoices or could choose to purchase a new grill to be sent straight from NDL. If you would like any more information on how you can help, contact Northeast Distribution today.

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Spruce up your hearth with fireplace screens and glass doors. If you have small children or pets you may be looking for a fireplace screen for safety. Or perhaps you want a screen to protect your home from shifting logs and embers. However, fireplace screens can be decorative as well.

Are you looking for a way for your hearth to be a focal point rather than a hole in the wall? Minuteman fireplace screens are a decorative, safe and cost effective solution that will add personality and style to your fireplace.

If you have a working traditional fireplace, take a look at decorative fireplace screens. With decorative flat or three-fold screens you can turn your old fireplace into a conversation piece. Made from wrought iron, brass or brushed aluminum fireplace screens can change the entire look and effect of your fireplace in any season.

If you want to use your fireplace safely, increase the ambience of your room, and heighten the attractiveness of your hearth. Let NDL help you find the fireplace screens and doors of your choice.

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More and more Americans are buying vent free gas fireplaces. In fact, there are over eight million who prefer vent free gas fireplaces to any other supplemental gas-heating device. This is because of the ease and convenience provided by a vent free gas fireplace. At the touch of a button, you can be relaxing in front of a roaring fire with friends and family.

When it comes to convenience in hearth products, vent free gas fireplaces are at the top of the list. With remote controls, no venting, and thermostat controlled heating, vent free gas fireplaces are easy to use and install. These gas fireplaces are very efficient, and are mess and stress free, with no wood to cut or haul. There are many models, styles and brands to choose from. But many agree, the most excellent feature of the vent free gas fireplace here in the Northeast is the warmth they continue to provide even during a nor’easter power outage.

Vent free gas fireplaces are easy to install and have low operating costs. Because they do not need a chimney, there is no heat loss so the efficiency of the vent free gas fireplace is almost 100 percent. With winter upon us, why not choose a vent free gas fireplace

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At NDL we would like you to know that along with our retailers we support our communities. With the help of our retailers, last year we provided $1600 dollars worth of toys for Toys for Tots in and around the Northeast. That is hundreds of toys!  And this year, again with the help of our retailers, we are providing hams to the local food banks in our communities. Our goal is 130 hams! The hearth shops of the Northeast will order the hams through NDL when they place their orders. 

NDL will match the amount of hams bought by the distributors. These holiday hams will then be distributed by the local food bank in your neighborhoods to families in need this holiday season. So if you are in the market for a fireplace, insert, or wood stove or any hearth accessories, let us connect you with the retailer in your area. By supporting  your local hearth retailer you are supporting you community. No one supports your neighborhood more during the holiday season than local, small businesses.

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Northeast Distribution is the leading distributor of hearth accessories and products in New England, NY, NJ, and PA. We know stocking stuffers; after all we have been specializing in winter warmth for over ten years. Keep the family warm this holiday season, and let us connect you with the finest hearth retailers in your area.

If you are looking for stocking stuffers for men, look no further. Zippo lighters, fire starters, stove fans, grill utensils, and log totes all make great gifts. Are you looking for unique stocking stuffers? We have them in beautifully handcrafted stove top steamers and kettles, wrought iron fireplace screens and firewood storage racks.

Contact us today for stocking stuffer ideas and the locations of the hearth retailer nearest you.

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Our fires are lit, and you surely remember the dry air inside your home from winters past. For the health of both your family and the wood furniture in your home, consider how you will humidify your home this winter. One of the most practical fireplace accessories on the market today is a wood stove steamer.

At NDL, we offer steamers in many shapes and sizes manufactured by Condar, Minuteman, Imperial and Last Waltz Clay Studio. These steamers come in styles that range from traditional teapots, to animal shapes, to hand-made and hand-glazed clay designs. With this many varieties and manufacturers, you are sure to find one to match your style. They are quite easy to use, just fill them with water and place it on the stove. You may also turn these steamers into aromatherapy solutions by adding potpourri, spices, or stove scents to the water. Once the steam begins to be released into your home, it not only becomes a room humidifier, but it will release the sweet smell of fragrance as well.

Wood stove steamer add decorative value to your home. Due to their unique shape and quality, just leave these decorative pieces on the wood burning stove for all to see. If you wish to add a unique touch to your home or you need extra humidity; a wood stove steamer is what you are looking for.

Of course, NDL offers a full range of fireplace accessories including fireplace glass doors, fireplace tool sets, chimney caps, and ash buckets. Let us direct you to the finest hearth dealer in your area. Contact us today.

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First-time homebuyers and homeowners who live in homes with a traditional fireplace may want to consider wood fireplace inserts. It is nice to own a home that is outfitted with a working fireplace, because the ambiance and heat that they provide.  However, wood fireplaces on their own can be inefficient heat sources, because much of the heat is lost up the chimney. Older fireplaces in historic or vintage homes in particular are prone to this. For this reason, homeowners can choose to add wood fireplaces inserts to their fireplace, making them more efficient and providing an excellent heat source.

Wood inserts are made out of cast iron or steel to create a fireproof burning box. A glass insulated door or front cover helps keep the warm air inside the fireplace, but they may also come with a blower so that the heat can be moved around the room. One of the primary reasons homeowners add wood inserts to the home is because the insert allows them to keep the look of a traditional fire while providing a more efficient heating source for the home.

Wood inserts are available in many styles and sizes to fit your personal taste. There are numerous manufacturers such as Archgard, Vermont Castings, Pacific Energy, Dutchwest and more. Northeast Distribution can connect you to the finest wood insert retailer in your area.

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Established in 2001, Northeast Distribution LTD is the supplier for specialty hearth retailers and chimney sweeps across New England, New York and northern New Jersey.  We supply the finest quality fireplaces, inserts, stoves, chimney, tool sets, gas logs and many other accessories. As a result, our product lines include some of the most reputable names in the industry, such as Vermont Castings, Majestic, Dutchwest, ICC, RSF, Pacific Energy, Archgard, Rutland, Condar,  Imperial, Town & Country Fireplaces, Renaissance Fireplaces, Rutland, Zippo, Kozy Heat, Rinnai, Supreme, Eco-Feu, and Vistaflame and MORE!

Now, NDL Hearth is delighted to share its extensive knowledge of the fireplace and hearth industry with this informative blog.  We will be updating it regularly so please subscribe to our blog and stay up on the latest.

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