Solving Chimney Draft Problems

A. Clean the chimney: A heavy accumulation of creosote in a chimney can block the flue or drastically restrict its effective size. Even minor accumulations increase friction in the chimney and reduce its capacity. Plan to inspect your chimney once a month and clean it as needed. B. Seal leaks in the... read more

How to Fix Chimney Draft Problems

Does your woodstove have the hiccups? Does your house smell of smoke much of the time? Do you have a heck of a time getting a fire started? If you have one (or all) of these problems, don't blame the heater. Your chimney is the most likely culprit. There are actually two distinct (though related) fa... read more

How to Fix Chimney Draft Problems

Dealing with a drafty stove, but don't want to call a chimney sweep? Read these tips for analyzing and solving your woes. Does your woodstove have the hiccups? Does your house smell of smoke much of the time? Do you have a heck of a time getting a fire started? If you have one (or all) of these prob... read more

Stainless Steel Chimney Liners

Chimney liners are also known as a chimney flues, fireplace flues, flue pipes, flue liners, stainless steel chimney liners, fireplace liners, etc. Chimney liners are the passageway in the fireplace or furnace flue through which gases (carbon monoxide) and smoke travel in order to escape your home sa... read more

Factors to consider if you’re thinking about buying a closed combustion stove

1. Closed combustion stoves are available in different sizes, so you must first determine the size of the room or rooms you want to heat up. Calculate the size of your room like this: multiply the width of the room by its length and the height of the ceiling. This gives you the size in cubic meters.... read more