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

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You can also buy a chimney brush and clean the chimney yourself. Chimney brushes can be found at most home centers, and they’re meant to be paired with a kit of fiberglass rod extensions used to push the brush into the flue. Wire brushes are for masonry chimneys, while polypropylene brushes are used for metal flues; brushes are also available in various shapes (round, square, diagonal) and sizes. 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

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.

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You’ll need to measure your flue and choose the brush that’s about ¼ inch larger than the flue. An estimate of the length of the flue will tell you how many rod sections you’ll need. 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. Installing a plug is an easy process that can be a DIY project for any homeowner, here are the basic steps involved in installing a common inflatable flue plug: A more permanent option is a poured concrete replacement flue. Ideal for reinforcing the structure of older chimneys, a concrete liner is installed by first inserting a long, heavy-duty balloon called a former down into the chimney, applying a temporary seal to the bottom of the old flue, and pouring concrete down around the former.

Once this plug is in place, it will stop cold air from coming into your home through the chimney and prevents warm air from escaping, this is very important because it can help to improve energy efficiency and almost definitely lower your heating costs, I know everyone likes that, and as an added bonus It will also prevent animals, debris, and rainwater from entering the firebox.A:You install the Chimney Draught Stopper by first making sure that it is cut to size, then fitting the stopper in your chimney.