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Fireplaces, Stone Patios, Grill Islands — New Waukee Store Offers it All

The Fireplace & Stone Center, previously located on 121st Street in Urbandale, has just opened its new location at 850 S.E. Alice's Road in Waukee.

Looking to install a stone patio out back or maybe a large grill island just off the house? How about a cozy fireplace to warm up in front of during the winter months?

If any of these scenarios fit the bill, then you're going to want to check out the new Fireplace & Stone Center at 850 S.E. Alice's Road in Waukee.

The retailer recently moved from its previous location on 121st Street in Urbandale to the new location in Waukee. The store carries a little bit of everything from fireplaces and grills to outdoor pavers, pergolas and even fire pits.

Jason Cox, branch manager of the Fireplace & Stone Center, said the move has given the retailer more space to display products and will undoubtedly give shoppers a better idea of how a product will look in their own home.

"The additional space is awesome," said Cox. "Our showroom is so much bigger. It was 4,500 square feet and this is 6,500 square feet. We have 40 displays so you can actually see things working."

Fireplace & Stone Center, according to Cox, is family-owned and based out of Omaha, Neb. The company has been in business for more than 80 years and employs 50 people company-wide.

A Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Open House

On Thursday at 4 p.m., the will host a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the opening of the Fireplace & Stone Center. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP to www.waukeechamber.com/registration.

If you miss the ceremony, no worries. The Fireplace & Stone Center is hosting a little celebration of its own this Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Visitors to the store can register to win a Napoleon Grill valued at $1,300 just for stopping by.

If you prefer a little hands-on experience grillside, then stop by at 11 a.m. or 3 p.m. for a lesson in grilling from the experts at Napoleon Grills.

If landscaping is more your thing, then make sure you attend one of two seminars presented at 10 a.m. and again at 2 p.m. where you will learn how to design and install a stone patio.

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Fireplace & Stone Center

Address: 850 S.E. Alice's Road, Waukee

Hours: Mon.- Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Closed Sunday.

For more information: Call (515) 727-0573 or visit www.fireplaceandstonecenter.com.

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