Scientists in Japan are mining DNA to try to make the country’s famous Koshihikari rice resistant to heat, after a broiling summer ravaged the crop. Koshihikari rice has for generations been the ...

The experts conducted selective breeding trials for two different traits, either the tolerance to a short intense heat exposure (10 days, reaching +3.5°C) or a less-intense but long-term exposure ...

If you want more coverage on the mortar lines, apply whitewash to them ... While any paint can crack or chip over time, heat-resistant paint will maintain the finish on a working fireplace for far ...

To begin, it's essential to repair any cracks or gaps in the fireplace masonry. These can be fixed with fire-resistant mortar, ensuring that no unwanted air passes through,' advises John Jordan, CEO ...

Even if you don’t have a chimney in your living room or bedroom, you can get the same ambiance — plus extra heat — with an electric fireplace. These gadgets offer supplemental warmth on cold ...

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