I'm finally getting around to installing my Quadrafire 7100fp into an existing exterior chase that originally had a gas fireplace there. I'm planning on using the Duraplus chimeny pipe.
I have a couple questions.
My understanding is that even though this is an exterior chase that doesn't intersect the attic space, I still need to install a firestop and an attic insullation shield at 9' (ceiling height). It that true?
Is there any advantage in insulating the chase above and below the firestop or should I just do below?
I'm planning on using 5/8" basic drywall to cover the insulation inside the chase or would there be any advantage in using durarock instead?
Thanks!!
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I have a couple questions.
My understanding is that even though this is an exterior chase that doesn't intersect the attic space, I still need to install a firestop and an attic insullation shield at 9' (ceiling height). It that true?
Is there any advantage in insulating the chase above and below the firestop or should I just do below?
I'm planning on using 5/8" basic drywall to cover the insulation inside the chase or would there be any advantage in using durarock instead?
Thanks!!
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4150/4986393443_cec680b13d_b.jpg