featured The shaped chimney liners
There are a number of shaped chimney liners which can include oval, square, rectangle, round and custom liners. Every sweep estimate for each chimney may be different and the common of the above list are the round and oval shaped chimney liners which turn out to be economical as well. The stainless oval chimney liners are both water and air tight. Sometimes,...
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Oval chimney liners: Damper housing
Oval chimney liners are categorized under single wall liners which are flexible, economical and strong. The single liners with round and oval cross sections also come in a variety of stainless steel grades. The oval shape is known to offer a larger cross section especially when it is installed in rectangular enclosures. When installing a wood stove in your fireplace there are...
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The different types of rigid chimney liners
Older homes often need rigid chimney liners to make them more efficient and safer. Unlined chimneys are vulnerable to creosote, acidic gases and the risk of chimney fires which weaken both the mortar and the brick. To own the right chimney liner, it will depend on the kind of chimney one has. The rigid stainless steel chimney liners do provide uninterrupted and...
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Installing refractory panels
There is a special fire clay that is used to make the refractory panels. Once the mixture is formed out of the raw material it is poured into forms, and then cured for a certain period of time before being installed into the fireplace. The refractory panels act as protection to the sheet metal so as not to get damaged while burning...
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Materials used in chase covers
Also known as chase tops, chase covers are metal coverings that are designed to keep rain, animals and snows from entering a home through the chimney’s opening. They cover the entire top of your chimney because they are designed to fit around the round metal chimney. In fact, they fit well over the chimney just like the shoe box lids. It is...
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Measurements for flexible chimney liner kits
In order to measure your flexible chimney liner kit, you will need to determine the dimensions of the chimney and also the specifications for the appliances you will hook the liner kit to. The chimney liner kit needs to have the largest diameter pipe that fits inside one’s flue if it is going to serve the fireplace. Before selecting the flexible chimney...
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Stainless steel chimney chase cover beats all its competition
It is recommended to use a stainless steel chimney chase cover when replacing your old chase cover. Stainless steel is not only durable and stronger but it also looks new for quite a longer period of time. The chase cover should be designed with a cross break since this helps in preventing ice and water from getting trapped on top of the...
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