Anyone who has a fireplace in their house has been warned they face fines of up to £1,000 this winter if they make a common mistake. A lot of new build houses constructed since the turn of the century don't even have a fireplace or a chimney breast any more, while others will have had their fireplace plastered over to make more room in their lounge.

But a lot of people, especially older people, still use traditional fireplace coal or log burners for that unbeatably toasty feeling without having to use the central heating. There's also an increasing trend of young people turning to traditional fireplaces, log burners, and other old-style heating in their living rooms in pursuit of a cosy feel these days without adding to ever-increasing energy supplier bills.

Martin Lewis issues £3,790

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