I purchased a home built in 1978 that appears to have Superior Heatform Model A fireplace. After a chimney inspection/sweep, I was informed my tile flue was damaged and told not to use the fireplace until this was addressed. I assume the Heatform itself is still in good shape as he made no mention of any problems with it. I would love to get my fireplace back in working order but I don't know how I can make a seal between a new liner and the Heatform. The Heatshield product looks like there needs to be room for the "bell"/form to pull up through the firebox, which doesn't look visibly feasible. Removing the Heatform seems like the hardest route as I don't want to damage the brick wall it sits in. I also would hate to lose the open hearth style.
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