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Thread #117720 Message #2595585
Posted By: Penny S.
23-Mar-09 - 05:02 PM
Thread Name: BS: How did the Romans light candles?
Subject: RE: BS: How did the Romans light candles?
I think the expression I wanted was banking up the fire. One of our fireplaces came with a ceramic cover to put over the embeers at night so that the fire smouldered, but was ready to light up fast in the morning.