Fireplace Chimney Draft Blocker Balloon Inflatable Insulate Flue 43" x 21" Eco

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This system is used when there is no chimney breast or a direct route up and out the fireplace appliance. Doubly insulated as it will be on the exterior of your property. Permanent Chimney Plug: These are designed to be permanently sealed within the chimney flue, they are usually made of cast-in-place refractory materials, these are typically used in cases where there’s no need of using the fireplace anymore and the homeowner wants to seal it permanently. Work gloves. If you’re using fiberglass or mineral wool, you’ll want to protect your hands. Otherwise you’ll be really itchy. Don’t forget to add a dust mask or respirator to your chimney sweep outfit when sweeping the flue. Creosote is considered a carcinogen. Specific clearances around the flue or chimney must be maintained, and a chimney or flue must rise a certain distance from the roof, usually ten feet high, measured horizontally from the chimney top to the nearest roof section. Inspections for chimney flues

It is also possible for there to be no flue at all – if this is the case a gas fire and fireplace can be fitted on a suitable outside wall using a balanced flue or power flue. We considered getting a fireplace door or screen installed, but didn’t want to do anything permanent and we like the open look of the fireplace. Pre-fabricated flues are suitable for only semi inset living flame; outset living flame and radiant gas fires. This worked well for open fires but meant that they weren’t that efficient. Open fires are gradually being phased out as they do not conform to new eco design 2022 regulations. Seal both fireplaces lower in the chimney using 2 pieces of the Chimney Draught Stopper (or potentially 2 Chimney Draught Stoppers- depending on size).The good news is the balloon should also be designed to shrink and burst should you accidentally light a fire in the fireplace. The fireplace gases would be able to escape thereby preventing a really dangerous situation from occurring. There are relatively easy to install and typically inflate with a manual or electric pump, other common ones are made of a durable felt-like material and are called chimney sheep. Your CO detector should be placed within 300 mm from any wall, between 1 and 3 metres horizontally from the appliance as high up as possible and not within 150mm of the ceiling. Permanent or temporary: Some plugs are designed to be installed permanently, while others are designed for temporary use, consider your needs and the intended use, this way you can determine which type of plug is right for you.

We are now hosting a wide range of chimney cowls from the Metal Anti-Down-draught company MAD. They have been manufacturing chimney cowls and associated ventilation products for over 20 years! In this time they have developed the most comprehensive chimney cowl product range. This consists of anti down draught cowls, bird-guards, caps and spinning chimney cowls. Their main focus is offering a quality product to reduce or eradicate any problems that are being experienced. Unroll, tear off, and open a contractor’s bag. If you’re using household trash bags, open two—one inside the other, to make a double-layer. My DIY chimney plug does not have this failsafe. I would need to take care to remove the plug before I move out so that someone doesn’t unknowingly start a fire in one of the fireplaces. The first step is to determine the size of the chimney flue is to measure, you can do this by measuring the inside dimensions of the flue, any measuring tape will do, also you will need to get your hands dirty so if you have some wear some gloves Use a manual or electric pump to inflate the plug once it is in place, be careful not to over-inflate the plug this can cause damage or it may break inside the chimney.

Chimsoc Balloon for Chimney - Small Rectangle for Chimneys Up To 38cm x 23cm (15" x 9")

Moreover,iIt can also make it easier to sweep overtime but make sure that your flue liner does not get punctured. If you are looking for a great way to save energy in your home that buying a chimney plug is a great way to do that, whether you have a working damper or not most fireplaces have air that moves through them and into your fireplace. It is important to mention that a chimney balloon or plug should only be used when the fireplace or stove is not in use, and it should be removed before using the fireplace or stove again, I know I’m stating the obvious but we are all forgetful at times. Benefits of Using a Chimney Plug

If you have a square, oblong, D-shaped, trapezium shaped or similar use the chimney draught excluder sizing chart (all measurements in inches) below to help you. Remember that a round sheep will squash into a trapezium or oblong hole.

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A:The Chimney Draught Stopper can help reduce outside noise. However, that is not the main purpose of the Chimney Draught Stopper- only a perk. It is quite normal to detect low levels of CO in an average living room (up to 20 ppm) particularly in a smoker’s room. A plug will save you money, stop odors and animals from entering your chimney so the benefits are amazing. Plugs can prevent animals, birds, and insects from entering your flue and making their way down into your home, no one wants animals inside, especially in a seasonal cottage or chalet, they could cause damage and you won’t know until the next time you’re there. Noise reduction