insulating chimney

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  1. SmokingPriapist

    How to fix draw issues - is it this exposed non-insulated chimney?

    I bought a home with two wood fireplaces, and realized pretty quickly they are almost unusable with smoke filling my house. After a bit of research, I think the main issue is the chimney pipes they used: The middle chimney is the main floor fireplace, located one floor down. It's a straight...
  2. sleewok

    Will a perlite/cement mix flow down this small gap?

    Hey all, My liner was an extremely tight fit. I have about 1.5" at the corners that I would like to insulate. I know it won't make a huge difference, but I am set on doing it. Will a cement mix ( 6:1 perlite / cement mix) flow down these cavities? I've never made this mix before so I am not...
  3. K

    What to Do With My B-Vent Gas Fireplace That Leaks A Lot of Air?

    Hi All. I have an ugly B-Vent (Natural Vent) Gas fireplace that previous owners installed (plopped) in what used to be a woodstove. Behind the stove there is metal sheathing, behind that is the brick chimney area. I am wanting to make things more efficient and air tight. There is currently cold...