Class A chimney chase heat use?

[newjudd]

I have plenty of clearance and everything from my class A chimney pipe and chase.

It passes through my upstairs bath, and the chase isn't yet closed with wall boards in the upstairs bath. The heat it throws off is just wonderful.

Any wallboard configuration suggestions to continue enjoying that heat? Maybe 1 inch horizontal slit opening at low middle and high locations?

It's not cooling my chimney very much, as I have zero creosote problems. So I'd like things to just continue as they are, but not stare at the chimney pipe.

Any suggestions for finished wall boards?

 

[begreen]

Put a grille at the top and bottom and heat will convect naturally.

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[newjudd]

Put a grille at the top and bottom and heat will convect naturally.

Everbilt 12 in. x 6 in. 1-Way Steel Baseboard Return Air Grille in White E123RW12X06 - The Home Depot

The 123RW series are a baseboard 1/3 in. fin spaced return air grille used for baseboard openings. This grille returns air to your ventilation system and offers a subtle baseboard design. Our product is constructed to ensure maximum airflow and compliment your home decor. Using our product to...

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Nice idea! Silly me I hadn't thought of a grill.

 

[Newbie78]

Perforated metal. That's what I used for top and bottom of the chase. Looks cool and unique, imo.

 

[begreen]

Perforated metal. That's what I used for top and bottom of the chase. Looks cool and unique, imo.

Yes, that would work fine and it can be picture-framed with trim to look quite intentional.