We recently pulled out an old gas insert and pulled off the brick mantle as part of a remodelling project. I am in the process of building and framing out a new linear design unit and have a question about venting. The old fireplace vented directly up the chimney and had a cool air draw coming in underneath it. When I bought the new unit the seller recommended venting out directly through the back of the chimney, so that is the plan.
My question is this. The drawings recommend building a wood frame on the exit wall for the outside vent to mount in. I would assume this is what needs to be done when venting through a traditional wall that has wood studs. As I am venting directly out the back wall of the chimney it is solid brick. Can I just cut out a round hole which is big enough for the pipe to pass through and leave it at that?
I'm a newbie to this and would appreciate your input. I can also take some pictures if it would explain things better. Thanks in advance...
My question is this. The drawings recommend building a wood frame on the exit wall for the outside vent to mount in. I would assume this is what needs to be done when venting through a traditional wall that has wood studs. As I am venting directly out the back wall of the chimney it is solid brick. Can I just cut out a round hole which is big enough for the pipe to pass through and leave it at that?
I'm a newbie to this and would appreciate your input. I can also take some pictures if it would explain things better. Thanks in advance...